Trees, flowers, intricate architecture and thought-provoking artwork attract pedestrians’ gaze across Texas Tech University’s campus. But a dirt path in the grass? Not so much. Texas Tech’s campus encompasses about 1,800 acres, crisscrossed by many sidewalks. Some of them are underused because walkers prefer to cut across the grass. Jason Markwardt, a senior biology major, said he […]
Parks and Trek: Lubbock Offers Scenery, Leisure
April 6, 2016 by
By Kodichi Nwankwo Paula Clark, a Lubbock native who is a second-grade teacher in Crosbyton, cherishes memories of visiting Higginbotham Park on 19th Street with her children. Frequent trips to the green spot helped her get through her divorce in the early 2000s. “I didn’t have a lot of money for a vacation so I […]
Weekly Poll: How Do You Get To Class?
November 16, 2015 by
It is not news that parking can be a hassle at Texas Tech. A recent article published by The Hub@TTU suggest more than half of the 10,000 commuters to campus substitute driving a vehicle with other means of transportation, such as pedaling bicycles, walking or riding the bus. Tell us below, how do you get to class?
West Texas Takes On Turkey Trot
December 2, 2013 by
Shannon Canning, a 41-year-old, stay-at-home mother of two, said she enjoys getting out with her family and celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday in a not so traditional way. Canning said she and her family took part in the turkey trot, put on by the West Texas Running Club, for their second time. While Canning’s oldest daughter, […]
Strut For The Mutts
September 16, 2013 by
On Saturday the ninth annual Strut For The Mutts took place at Higginbotham Park. Take a look at the video above to watch a recap, and to help volunteer and donate to the Haven Animal Care Shelter click here.
