Tech Librarian, Others Rebuke Book Ban Law

By Akshita Srivastava The national conversation on book bans in public schools has landed in Lubbock, prompting local advocates to consider its implications for the future. Since the passage of Texas Senate House Bill 900 in June 2023, Lubbock has begun to see book vendors forced to accommodate removal requests and rate books based on […]

MCTV Newscast: 4-11

In this Thursday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Macy Ranzer and Peter Richardson are in studio with the latest news, information and events happening around campus. First, a campus group called on Texas Tech students to give of their time and put their creativity to use to bring a smile to the faces […]

Dax Davis Band Gaining Attention from Distinct Musical Fusion

By Hayden Browning Nestled in the heart of Wise County, a musical group known as the Dax Davis Band is stirring up excitement with its unique blend of country, rock, and western swing. This eclectic group has garnered attention not only locally but also beyond the county lines. The band’s journey traces back to humble […]

Photo Gallery: 4-8 Eclipse in Photos

Celestial spectators were captivated by the age old dance of shadows and light. The total solar eclipse witnessed across the United States on Monday April 8th was a celestial sight for the ages. The next solar eclipse viewable from the contiguous U.S. won’t happen again until Aug. 23, 2044, according to NASA. Swipe through to […]

MCTV Newscast: 4-8

In this Monday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Chloe Greene and Ezra Rivera are in studio with the latest news, information and events happening around campus. First, a rare cosmic event generated lots of buzz today as millions of people prepared for what could be a once in a lifetime experience. We’ll have […]

Tech Students Give Rugby a ‘Try’

By Fernando Cruz The Texas Tech Men’s Rugby team has a rich history, but the COVID-19 pandemic nearly put an end to that. The on-campus student club sport is starting to revamp after being ripped apart by the pandemic. This year was a rebuilding year for the group. With many newcomers and few returners, it […]

Tech the Vote forum Brings Mayoral Candidates to Campus

By Avery Mendoza As Lubbock’s mayoral campaign season is in full swing, Tech The Vote hosted a forum on Wednesday, April 3, for students and citizens to hear from five candidates at the Texas Tech Law School’s Lanier Auditorium. Candidates Adam Hernandez, Steve Massengale, Mark McBrayer, Antonio Renteria and Stephen Sanders answered questions from a […]

MCTV Newscast: 4-4

In this Thursday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Elene Khajishvili and Austin Laden are in studio with the latest news, information and events happening around campus. First, members of the Tech community gathered at the Law School yesterday evening for a chance to hear from candidates running for one of the city of […]

Texas Tech Talks: A Community for Recovery

By Fernando Cruz Texas Tech Talks is a podcast made to highlight student groups on the Texas Tech campus. In this episode the Center for Students in Addiction Recovery, a community with a rich history that stays strong for each other, holds a meeting that celebrates recovering addicts and their battles.

Students Struggle with Basic Needs Insecurity

By Leah Kellum College students may have help paying for tuition, but meeting other needs isn’t always financially easy. About one in five undergraduate students experience food insecurity, according to nationally representative data collected by the federal government. Results of basic needs surveys published by the Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics in […]