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      <title>Start the Semester with Pivot-RP Funding Alerts</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=295029</link>
      <description>Kick off the semester by setting up Pivot-RP to receive customized funding opportunities aligned with your research. A quick setup now can save time and stay on top of deadlines!</description>
      <author>Eliysse.Lopez@ttu.edu (Eliysse Lopez)</author>
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      <title>Shark Tank Jr. Summer Camp Returns—Now Revamped for 2026!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=297679</link>
      <description>Shark Tank Jr. is a week-long summer camp at the Texas Tech Innovation Hub where students entering 4th–9th grade create business ideas, build prototypes, and pitch to judges—now revamped with new activities and real entrepreneur interactions!</description>
      <author>kathryn.dankesreiter@ttu.edu (Kat Dankesreiter)</author>
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      <title>Plan Now, Sip Smarter: Join Our WSET® Level 1 Wine Class This Fall</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298350</link>
      <description>This beginner-friendly wine class helps you go beyond simply “liking” wine to actually understanding it.</description>
      <author>astedlin@ttu.edu (Asta Edlin)</author>
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      <title>Luke Bryan Live in Lubbock This Friday!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=295954</link>
      <description>Luke Bryan is coming to Lubbock! Join us on June 12 at United Supermarkets Arena for an unforgettable night of country hits.</description>
      <author>Sophia.Scholz@ttu.edu (Sophia Scholz)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Arts &amp; Entertainment</category>
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      <title>Project Enrich</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=296441</link>
      <description>The Student Enrichment Center is launching our Cohort for Project ENRICH 2026-2027. A pre-professional skill development program! Selected participants will receive a scholarship totaling 2,000! Applications closes June 30th! </description>
      <author>mfretwel@ttu.edu (Mya Fretwell)</author>
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      <title>CHIN 1501: Beginning Chinese I – Fall 2026</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=296921</link>
      <description>Learn Chinese from scratch! CHIN 1501 introduces Chinese language while exploring culture through interactive and communicative activities, building a strong foundation for future study or careers.</description>
      <author>yanlin.wang@ttu.edu (Yanlin Wang)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Register for Session 2 &amp; 3 for the TTU Summer Youth Sports Camp!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=297749</link>
      <description>University Recreation Youth Summer Camp is exciting, fast-paced and engaging for all skill levels. The program includes a wide variety of activities that focus on ensuring active participation and an overall entertaining experience</description>
      <author>Jordon.German@ttu.edu (Jordon German)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Departmental</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Rec Sports Programming</category>
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      <title>Book donations wanted!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=297840</link>
      <description>You are invited to donate books to support a growing resource library for Lubbock community professionals and volunteers who serve foster youth and families.</description>
      <author>elizabeth.trejos@ttu.edu (Elizabeth Trejos-Castillo)</author>
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      <title>The Undergraduate Writing Center is hiring.</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=297853</link>
      <description>Are you a strong writer who loves helping your fellow Red Raiders? Do you enjoy interacting with people? The Undergraduate Writing Center is looking for undergraduate students to hire as writing consultants to join our team. Apply today! </description>
      <author>Dustin.Florence@ttu.edu (Dustin Florence)</author>
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      <title>Research Participants Needed - $100 </title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298058</link>
      <description>We are currently looking for apparently healthy men and women, ages 18-50 yr with VO2max greater than 40 ml/kg/min and Body fat percentage less than 35%.</description>
      <author>her17121@ttu.edu (Mario Hernandez)</author>
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      <title>Scholarship Reading Program Fall 2026 — Wealth of Nations at 250</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298132</link>
      <description>Apply for an invitation to participate in a one semester, non-credit reading program for undergraduate students from any field of study. Receive a $1000 scholarship upon successful completion of the program. Application deadline is June 11, 2026.</description>
      <author>amanda.p.smith@ttu.edu (Amanda Smith)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>ADHD-ASD Cognitive Enhancement Study: Participants Needed!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298140</link>
      <description>Researchers are investigating the effects of L-theanine &amp; paraxanthine in tea and coffee on cognitive function in adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Participants will receive $160 upon study completion.</description>
      <author>Marianne.Garcia@ttu.edu (Marian Garcia)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Research</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Seeking Research Participants with an Incarcerated Family Member</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298174</link>
      <description>Open to anyone 18+ with a currently incarcerated family member. Earn a $10 Amazon gift card by participating in an online survey to help us understand the experience of having a family member incarcerated. </description>
      <author>Elisabeth.McLean@ttu.edu (Libby McLean)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Research</category>
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      <title>Business &amp; Accounting Tutors Needed! </title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298191</link>
      <description>The TECHniques Center is in need of RAWLS tutors! If you've ever considered tutoring, please apply today! We are now accepting applications for Fall 2026.
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      <author>christian.enevoldsen@ttu.edu (Christian Enevoldsen)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Student Employment/Career Opportunities</category>
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      <title>No time to meet in-person? Try Graduate Writing Center written feedback!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298217</link>
      <description>No time? No problem! The Graduate Writing Center offers 50-minute asynchronous written feedback consultations. Try a real-time consultation for your first visit, then follow up with written feedback appointments up to three times a week.</description>
      <author>Caroline.Hetherington@ttu.edu (Caroline Hetherington)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Departmental</category>
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      <title>Meet With a Life Coach Today</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298237</link>
      <description>University Coaching is a FREE service for students to meet with a professional life coach and have a conversation about who you are, where you want to be, and how to get there. In person or Zoom appointments are available. </description>
      <author>Claudea.Hernandez@ttu.edu (Claudea Hernandez)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Departmental</category>
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      <title>FREE Academic Support for your courses!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298255</link>
      <description>The Learning Center offers free academic support to help you succeed in your undergraduate classes. You can get free Peer Tutoring and attend Supplemental Instruction. No reservations are needed, check our schedules and drop-in for a visit.</description>
      <author>erika.l.soto@ttu.edu (Erika Soto)</author>
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      <title>Cat Owners of Lubbock! Tired of Your Cat Scratching?</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298266</link>
      <description>The TTU Human-Animal Interaction Lab is exploring ways to reduce unwanted scratching in cats. 
Learn more at https://bit.ly/CatScratchStudy  
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      <author>alissa.cisneros@ttu.edu (Alissa Cisneros)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Research</category>
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      <title>Summer II Course: Music and Globalization</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298293</link>
      <description>MUHL2307:D02, CRN 74503. Music and Globalization: Summer II: July 7 - August 8. Asynchronous online course. Fulfills Core Creative Arts Requirement! </description>
      <author>Fabio.Augustinis@ttu.edu (Fabio Oliveira De Augustinis)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Lectures &amp; Seminars</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Red Raider Academy</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298303</link>
      <description>Immerse your child in the spirit of Texas Tech with engaging sessions tailored for different age groups at this summer's Red Raider Academy!</description>
      <author>Delaney.Stallings@ttu.edu (Delaney Stallings)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Arts &amp; Entertainment</category>
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      <title>Experience Virtual Reality &amp; Earn a $15 Gift Card</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298318</link>
      <description>Individuals aged 18+ years are invited to participate in a research study investigating students’ experiences with classroom lighting conditions in immersive Virtual Reality (VR) environments to see how lighting influences perception, &amp; experience.</description>
      <author>farrashi@ttu.edu (Fariha Rashid)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Research</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Now Hiring: Creative Media Intern</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298319</link>
      <description>If you're interested, please follow the link to apply!</description>
      <author>Allison.Faudoa@ttu.edu (Allison Faudoa)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Student Employment/Career Opportunities</category>
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      <title>Learn, Engage, Transform - This course might be for you!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298321</link>
      <description>The Educational Processes for Community Engagement course (FCSE 3303) offers a certified Community-Engaged Learning (CeL) experience that appears as a special designation on your official TTU transcript. </description>
      <author>kyle.roberson@ttu.edu (Kyle Roberson)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>PAID RESEARCH - $50 – Parents and Children (8 to 12 years) Needed </title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298326</link>
      <description>We are seeking parents and children (8 to 12 years) to participate in Children’s Life Stories Project. Parents will receive $50 for their time and children will receive small trinkets. 
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      <author>yoojin.chae@ttu.edu (Yoojin Chae)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Research</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Urgently Seeking RISE Peer Educator Applicants</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298327</link>
      <description>A limited number of emergency hire positions are now available for Fall 2026. Join a nationally certified team of student leaders, receive paid training, and make a meaningful impact on the Texas Tech community. Applications close July 15th. </description>
      <author>Jorgann.L.Holgersen@ttu.edu (Jorgann Holgersen)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Student Employment/Career Opportunities</category>
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      <title>SEEKING DANCERS – all styles – for Fall 2026</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298328</link>
      <description>The Tech Folk Orchestra (MUEN3110-204 19258; MUEN5110-205 21929) is recruiting for Fall 2026! First info meeting Aug 30. Come and dance with us in the Multiverse of Bassanda!</description>
      <author>christopher.smith@ttu.edu (Chris Smith)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Arts &amp; Entertainment</category>
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      <title>Players singers dancers: COME BE SPECTACULAR with the Tech Folk Orchestra!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298329</link>
      <description>The Tech Folk Orchestra (MUEN3310-204 CRN 42729) is recruiting for Fall 2026! Seeking singers, players, dancers, cosplayers, gamers, coders, LARPers, actors, and designers. Come and play with us in the Multiverse of Bassanda!
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      <author>christopher.smith@ttu.edu (Chris Smith)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Arts &amp; Entertainment</category>
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      <title>Conference (TTU campus) CFP: Art, Power, and Global Soundscape</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298330</link>
      <description>a one-day interdisciplinary symposium exploring the cultural, historical, economic, and sonic worlds of the Early Modern</description>
      <author>christopher.smith@ttu.edu (Chris Smith)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Lectures &amp; Seminars</category>
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      <title>Gospel, blues, R&amp;B, soul, funk, rock, hip hop: Fall 2026 grad course in Music</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298331</link>
      <description>Cities shaping cultural revolutions! The roots of gospel, electric blues, R&amp;B, soul, funk, rock'n'roll, hip hop, and more.</description>
      <author>christopher.smith@ttu.edu (Chris Smith)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Lectures &amp; Seminars</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Play a Cooperative Boardgame with AI, Earn up to $70</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298336</link>
      <description>Adults (18-45) are invited to participate in a paid, in-person study about teamwork that involves both humans and AI team members. </description>
      <author>eric.greenlee@ttu.edu (Eric Greenlee)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Research</category>
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      <title>CORE Course: History of Rock and Roll Summer II</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298341</link>
      <description>Explore the world of Rock and Roll in this fun asynchronous online summer course! Satisfies the CORE Creative Arts requirement.</description>
      <author>roger.landes@ttu.edu (Roger Landes)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Master of Science in Bioengineering (Online Available)</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298344</link>
      <description>Interested about topics relevant to the biomedical field? Want to make an innovative difference in medicine and medical devices? Check out the Bioengineering program to get a better view of your academic future!
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      <author>Jerry.T.Trevino@ttu.edu (JT Trevino)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Master's in Engineering Program (Online Available)</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298346</link>
      <description>Looking for a flexible graduate program but want the convenience of taking it all online? Or at your own pace? Whether you are full-time or part-time, come check us out!</description>
      <author>Jerry.T.Trevino@ttu.edu (JT Trevino)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>SUBMIT YOUR RAIDER WELCOME EVENT | AUGUST 20-30, 2026</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298351</link>
      <description>Raider Welcome is a series of FUN and FREE events designed to welcome new and returning students to campus for the start of the new academic year. Raider Welcome is set to occur Aug. 20-30, 2026. </description>
      <author>skhooden@ttu.edu (Skyler Hoodenpyle)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>FREE “Stress Control” Classes! Learn to improve your stress and well-being!</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298361</link>
      <description>We are inviting adults 18+ to participate in classes about coping with stress and well-being. You would be asked to attend in-person classes for 6 weeks, once per week. Some attendees may be eligible for a research study and earn up to $30-$45.</description>
      <author>Regan.Sweeney@ttu.edu (Regan Sweeney)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Research</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Lectures &amp; Seminars</category>
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      <title>Lunch &amp; Learn: Free Workshops for Founders and Innovators</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298362</link>
      <description>Lunch &amp; Learn is a monthly series hosted by the Texas Tech Innovation Hub offering free lunch and practical insights for students, researchers, and entrepreneurs.</description>
      <author>kathryn.dankesreiter@ttu.edu (Kat Dankesreiter)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Lectures &amp; Seminars</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>SAB Event: Park Clean Up</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298374</link>
      <description>Show love to our community. Help SAB keep our green spaces beautiful by volunteering to clean up a park. Sign up to help on TechConnect.</description>
      <author>Addy.Foertsch@ttu.edu (Addy Foertsch)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Faculty/Staff Organization</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Student Organization</category>
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      <title>Participants needed! - Responses to Nature Cues - Chance for $20</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298381</link>
      <description>Participants needed for a study about behavioral and psychological responses to nature stimuli. Study includes exposure to various sensory cues and collection of saliva samples, vital signs, and emotional and psychological responses via survey.</description>
      <author>breanna.n.harris@ttu.edu (Breanna Harris)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Research</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Departmental</category>
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      <title>5-10 Minute TTU Wellness Survey – Enter to Win a $20 Amazon Gift Card</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298386</link>
      <description>Adults aged 18+ in Lubbock are invited to complete a 5–10 minute confidential wellness survey on food thoughts, eating habits, and physical activity. Enter for a $20 Amazon gift card drawing.</description>
      <author>abrizwan@ttu.edu (Abu Ansar Md Rizwan)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Research</category>
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      <title>Now Hiring: Graduate Online Student Advocate</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298387</link>
      <description>TTU Online seeks a Graduate Online Student Advocate to support online graduate students through personalized guidance, resource connection, and advocacy. This position is based on the TTU campus in Lubbock.</description>
      <author>cari.carter@ttu.edu (Cari Carter)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Faculty/Staff Organization</category>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Student Employment/Career Opportunities</category>
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      <title>Fulfill LPC Requirement with SLAV 2301</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298390</link>
      <description>SLAV 2301 The Vampire in East European and Western Culture is available online for Fall 2026. Fulfills the Language, Philosophy, and Culture requirement.</description>
      <author>erin.collopy@ttu.edu (Erin Collopy)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Russian Language Study at TTU</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298397</link>
      <description>Russian is an important world language. Russian culture is known worldwide for its literature, music, and ballet. And having studied Russian will make your resume stand out! </description>
      <author>erin.collopy@ttu.edu (Erin Collopy)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>SPAN 4327-001 Hispanic Science Fiction (Fall 2026)</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298403</link>
      <description>SPAN 4327 examines contemporary Hispanic science fiction exploring topics like AI, virtual reality, cyberpunk, dystopian futures, and digital culture.</description>
      <author>george.cole@ttu.edu (GEORGE L Cole)</author>
      <category domain="http://techannounce.ttu.edu">Academic</category>
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      <title>Seeking participants aged 18-29 years for a research with Augmented Reality (AR)</title>
      <link>http://techannounce.ttu.edu/Client/ViewMessage.aspx?MsgId=298416</link>
      <description>Individuals aged 18–29 are invited to participate in a study investigating the impact of Augmented Reality (AR) interfaces in landscape design on knowledge retention and health outcomes.</description>
      <author>shsaiful@ttu.edu (Shanila Saifullah)</author>
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