In this Thursday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Ryan Heller and Elizabeth Martinez are in studio with the latest news, information and events happening around campus. First, Texas Tech is making some big adjustments as the COVID-19 situation in Lubbock continues to go downhill. We have all the details on the new guidelines for the end of the Fall semester. Also, Tech’s active and former military population will soon be honored with the addition of the new Techsan Military & Veterans Plaza. MCTV’s Patricia Perry stopped by an event this past weekend to find out how one campus group is raising money to make the plan a reality. Later, some animals in need of a good home had the chance to connect with people who may be looking for companionship after spending months in quarantine during COVID-19. MCTV’s Karmen Brown has the details on this year’s Home for the Holidays Pet Adoption event. And Texas Tech Athletics is once again celebrating a top pick in the NBA draft. Find out who made the jump to the pros in the second round. All this and more in today’s newscast!