By Kameron Court As graduation day nears, many seniors are flooded with memories of the fun things they have done at Texas Tech in the last four years (or seven, if you’re lucky). Even though the university has a reputation as a party school in the middle of the desert, current students and alumni say […]
College Roller Coaster: Are You Tall Enough To Ride?
May 16, 2016 by
By Kameron Court Think about the first time you rode a roller coaster. With each anxiety- and excitement-filled step forward in line, you prepared yourself for the twisting and turning experience waiting ahead. You remember the moment you sat down in the cart and locked the safety bar to hold you in. Adrenaline, panic and […]
No Individuality Allowed
May 13, 2016 by
Ashleigh Gallagher will graduate from Texas Tech on May 21 with a degree in early childhood education. Unlike a Michigan State student who made headlines for decorating his cap with parking tickets, she will not be allowed to add her own decor to her cap. When she received an email with graduation information and rules, she was disappointed. […]
West Texas Wine Making Ferments Pride
May 10, 2016 by
By Victoria Holloway When Cliff Babbitt retired from the Texas Department of Public Safety in 2006, he decided to start another full-time job: growing wine grapes. His choice is not surprising: The West Texas weather is good for growing quality grapes. Dry heat concentrates the sugars, which makes wine sweeter. A good grape harvest will net […]
‘Yes, Please’ to Freebies
May 6, 2016 by
By Karla Rodriguez The average undergraduate in the U.S. spends $19,548 per year to attend a four-year university, according to College Board. The projected annual cost of attendance is even higher at Texas Tech — $25,626 for in-state students and $37,866 for out-of-state students. But there are perks to being a student that slightly offset high tuition and expenses. […]
Top 3 Places To Visit In Lubbock This Spring
May 4, 2016 by
By Caitlyn Nix There is something about the spring semester and the warmer weather that makes Texas Tech students want to go out more. Whether you are graduating this May, or still have a few more years left, check out this map of Lubbock spots that you must visit before leaving town. Number 1. The springtime […]
But First, Let Me Take A Selfie
May 4, 2016 by
By Kameron Court Millennials and selfies go together like Kanye and Kanye’s love for Kanye. The picture-taking technique can be a fun way to show what you are doing, but can also be dangerous. According to a study by Luster Premium White, 95 percent of millennials have admitted to taking a selfie, and it is […]
Cheers to Being a ‘Winey’ Generation
May 2, 2016 by
By Victoria Holloway Millennials are said to be the heaviest wine consumers, but a Facebook poll of 32 Millennials showed the generation may prefer mixed drinks and beer over wine. Four out of 10 Generation-X respondents preferred wine, passing the millennials in wine preference. The results of the poll could be limited by the number […]
New Book Analyzes Marvel Comic Films
May 2, 2016 by
By Jayme Lozano Marvel superheroes like Iron Man and Captain America have gained popularity in recent years, thanks to their blockbuster films. But before they were big screen stars, they were just comic book capers. “Marvel Comics into Film” is a collection of essays and articles about bringing Marvel comics to the big screen. The essays […]
Professors Read Mean Rate My Professor Reviews
April 29, 2016 by
By Kortni Robinson Have you ever wondered how difficult a class or professor will be before registering for a class? Rate My Professors is a website that could possibly answer some of these questions for you. With more than 15 million ratings, along with listings of 1.4 million professors and over 7,000 schools, RateMyProfessors is one of […]
