According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, cell phones are involved in 1.6 million auto crashes each year. Many laws are being passed to ban cell phone use while driving, but until that happens, motorists are encouraged to not use their phones under any circumstances.
Potential End to the DREAM
April 15, 2015 by
Saba Nafees, a mathematical biology graduate student, is the Texas Tech University Student Government Association graduate vice president, a member of the national White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, and hopes to be a doctor. She said all of her accomplishments were made possible because of one Texas bill. According to the […]
The Stars at Night Are Big and Bright at Lubbock Lights
April 10, 2015 by
“You can’t be involved in the Texas music scene and not be influenced by the music from the South Plains,” Terri Hendrix said. Hendrix, a singer-songwriter from San Marcos, Texas, said musicians like former Lubbockites Terry Allen and Joe Ely have inspired her particular sound. On April 9, she had the opportunity to play with a […]
SigEp Member Receives Outstanding Senior Award
March 31, 2015 by
In February, Bruce ‘Beau’ Jacobson was awarded the J. Edward Zollinger Award for Most Outstanding Senior at the national Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity’s Carlson Leadership Academy in Oklahoma City. This award is only given to five seniors in the fraternity across the U.S. A chapter must nominate a student to be considered for the award, and […]
Styrofoam Densifier Broadens Recycling Program at Tech
March 26, 2015 by
Go Green, the sustainability branch within Texas Tech University Housing Services, is increasing its recycling capabilities with the addition of a styrofoam, or polystyrene foam, densifier. Melanie Tatum of Lubbock and Jackie Kimbler of Albuquerque, New Mexico, have been partners at Go Green for seven years. As unit managers in Housing Services, they work to increase […]
Gov. Abbott Begins Term at Texas Capitol
February 3, 2015 by
“Anytime you’re governor for 14 years,” John Frullo said, “you’re going to have a lasting impression on the state.” Frullo, R-Texas, state representative for the 84th district, said the atmosphere at 1100 Congress Avenue has been different since Texas Gov. Greg Abbott took over the Capitol building. Frullo said the 84th legislative session is shaping […]
6 Things To Know About The Midterm Election
November 5, 2014 by
The United States political landscape is rapidly changing. Here are some of the six important outcomes of yesterday’s elections. 1. Texas remained Republican-tilting, and there is a reason why. The next governor of Texas will be Republican Greg Abbott. According to the Office of the Secretary of the State of Texas, nationally known Democrat Wendy Davis […]
Updated: Texas Primary Election Results
November 4, 2014 by
Here are the state and county election results that affect Texas Tech students. Winners’ names are in bold, and only the two candidates with the most votes are featured. The percentage numbers only represent Lubbock county, and were provided by the Lubbock County Election office. Governor: Greg Abbott, R-Texas 76.38% Wendy Davis, D-Texas 22.10% Lieutenant […]
Texans Go To The Polls
November 4, 2014 by
State elections are being held across the nation today, with many college students voting for the first time. At Texas Tech University, students who are registered to vote in Lubbock County can vote at the library. Voting closes at 7 p.m. on Tuesday. Voters must bring photo identification with them, such as a driver’s license […]
Weekly Poll: Who Do You Think Will Be The Next Texas Governor?
October 29, 2014 by
Voting day for the Texas primary election is Nov. 4. This is the first time in 14 years that current governor, Rick Perry, has not run for office. This gubernatorial election has not been a nice one, with candidates Greg Abbot, R-Texas, and Wendy Davis, D-Texas, throwing constant punches at each other. Practice your voting […]
