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Red Raider Family Member of the Year 2025
Have your parent(s)/guardian(s)/grandparent(s)/sibling(s) made a significant impact in your life? Would you like to show them how much you appreciate them? Then nominate them for the 2025 Red Raider Family Member of the Year Award.
Originator: Bryanna Valdivia            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 

Sunsetting of Scantron Grading Services
Scantron services offered by TTU Information Technology will end on December 31, 2025. Some alternative options are available at askit.ttu.edu/scantron.
Originator: Scantron Services            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Employee Announcements 

Library launches new AI Competencies Workshop Series
Earn the Certificate of Completion in AI Competencies by attending one workshop in each of four competency areas. All workshops are free, online and take place from 3 – 4 p.m. Thursdays.
Originator: Marcos Rubio            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Lectures & Seminars * Departmental 

Lunch & Learn: Free Workshops for Founders and Innovators
Learn how to spot burnout, build daily habits, and protect your mental health as a founder with Texas Tech Assistant Professor and entrepreneur researcher Dr. Jared Allen.
Originator: Kat Dankesreiter            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Lectures & Seminars 

Pitch Your Idea in 60 Seconds – Win Up to $2,000!
Submit a 60-second video of your boldest idea by Oct. 20 for a chance to win up to $2,000 in the Red Raider Idea Competition! Top videos will enter a public vote—most votes wins!
Originator: Kat Dankesreiter            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Academic * Departmental 

Grad students and postdocs, the GWC is here to support your writing process!
Grad students and postdocs are invited to join the Graduate Writing Center for 50-minute 1-to-1 writing consultations up to 3x a week. Bring your writing at any stage from brainstorming to final draft. Learn more about our consultation process here.
Originator: Rebecca Bruning            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Academic * Departmental 

Avert Your Ivories: Ivory through History, Cultures, and Global Ethics
Join the Museum of TTU for a paneled public lecture on Sept. 25 for a conversation that bridges beauty, culture, and conservation—plus a rare chance to see ivory pieces from the Museum's collection.
Originator: Laura Ray            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Lectures & Seminars 

Participants Wanted! Parents and youth are invited!
Parents and adolescents (ages 12-17) are invited to participate in a two-week study examining family interactions and youth well-being. Each participant will receive up to $90 to thank you for your time in the full study.
Originator: Alexandra Hartwig            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Research 

Libraries, Follett offer $750 stipend for OER adoption
Libraries and bookstore partner on an Open Educational Resources (OER) adoption initiative for faculty with stipends awarded on rolling basis.

Originator: Julie Barnett            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Academic * Departmental 

Ready, Set, HYROX
Get ready to test your strength, endurance, and grit—HYROX is coming to Texas Tech University Recreation! Join us for the official HYROX Kickoff Event October 2nd from 4-7pm

Originator: Brittany Doak            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Rec Sports Programming 

Play a Cooperative Boardgame with AI, Earn up to $70
Adults (18-45) are invited to participate in a paid, in-person study about teamwork that involves both humans and AI team members.

Originator: Eric Greenlee            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Research 

Need Something for your 3rd-5th Grader to do on Student Holidays?
Enroll them in STEM CORE's 3rd-5th Grade STEM Days on days that they are out of school for teacher professional development and you are still working! Get all the details and register today!
Originator: Allison Eubanks            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Academic * Departmental 

CPS Community Connect
Join SAB with volunteering and helping out with our local CPS.


Originator: Mary Skiba            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Student Organization 

Udemy Educational Event – September 22, 10am–12pm (CT)
TTU Information Technology invites the TTU community to a Udemy educational event on Monday, September 22, from 10am–12pm (CT).
Originator: IT Help Central            Posted On :   9/16/2025
IT Announcements * Faculty/Staff Organization 

SEPTEMBER CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP WITH STAFF SENATE
Staff Senate Caregiver Committee Support Group on Tuesday, 9/23. This group is a warm and welcoming space for caregivers to relax, share experiences, and take a break from the pressures of caregiving. Please feel free to bring lunch and a friend!
Originator: Heather Higgins            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Lectures & Seminars * Faculty/Staff Organization 

PAID RESEARCH - $50 – Parents and Children (8 to 12 years) Needed
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.


Originator: Yoojin Chae            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Research 

True Crime Tuesday online discussions to start today
Join Humanities Center, University Libraries and Women's & Gender Studies for September topic, "Crimes on Campus."
Originator: Julie Barnett            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 

Leader & Culture Development's Creating Us Podcast
Please listen to our latest episode as Jason Weber, Vice Chancellor and Shelbie Jolly, Director of People Development, dive into the topic of "Authentic Leadership".
Originator: Anita Patel            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Faculty/Staff Organization * Teaching, Learning & Professional Development Center 

Rawls College of Business On-Campus MBA
In just one or two years, gain the business skills you need to get the job you want! Applications are now open! The Spring 2026 deadline is December 1st.

Originator: Kayla Grassmuck            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Academic 

Master of Science in Information Systems
The STEM-designated Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) is a 36-hour, full-time, two-year, on-campus program designed for students seeking to advance their careers in technology and business.

Originator: Kayla Grassmuck            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Academic 

Texas Tech + Dole Day!
Get ready for a fun and refreshing break on Wednesday, Sept 17 at the Student Union Building (across from the police station). Starting at 11:00 am you can grab tasty treats and join the fun while supplies last!
Originator: Alan Cushman            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Departmental 

FMI Public Speaker Series – Richard Epstein on Trump’s Tariffs – September 17
The Free Market Institute will host Richard Epstein (NYU) to give a lecture on the economic fallacies of the President’s tariff policies. The event will be held in the SUB Ballroom on Wed, Sep 17 at 5:30PM. This event is free and open to the public.
Originator: Amanda Smith            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Lectures & Seminars 

First-Time Mothers Needed for Postpartum Interview Study!
Looking for first-time mothers in the third trimester or postpartum to share about their well-being and postpartum experiences! Participants will receive a $40 gift card. Please contact Marianne Garcia (marianne.garcia@ttu.edu) for more information.
Originator: Marian Garcia            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Research 

FREE META SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING CERTIFICATE FOR TTU STUDENTS!
Learn how to build and manage a digital brand—no cost for TTU students. Explore 50+ certificates at: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/online/careercertificates/ or email: online.careercertificates@ttu.edu
Originator: Amanda J Hooten            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Academic * Faculty/Staff Organization 

SIGMA DELTA PI: LUBBOCK SPANISH DAY FORUM
Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society, will host a forum in celebration of Lubbock Spanish Day on Friday, September 19th, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm.
Originator: Melissa07 Moreno            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Student Organization 

Reformer Pilates Certification – Fall 2025
Interested in becoming a certified Reformer Pilates Instructor? We have just a few spots left! Open to anyone in Lubbock who’s interested.
Originator: Gabriella Perez            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Rec Sports Programming * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Looking for individual, couple, or family therapy services?
The Family Therapy Clinic is a campus-based clinic providing sliding scale fees for individual, couples, and family therapy services to Lubbock and surrounding communities. CALL 806-742-3074 NO WAITLIST

Originator: Hitiura Anihia            Posted On :   9/15/2025
Departmental 

NIH-Focused Faculty Collaborative Writing Group
Register by October 1st! This group will focus on NIH related proposal writing, preparation, and offer peer support and networking with other research focused faculty members from both TTU and TTUHSC.
Originator: Eliysse Lopez            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Academic * Departmental 

Rhythm & Brush
Take a break and unwind with IEE at the Student Enrichment Center on September 24th from 5-7:30 pm. Join us for a relaxing evening of painting, good vibes, and music!
Originator: Angel Nino            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Student Organization 

Participate in a Research Study on Critical Thinking and AI
We are seeking student participants for a 20–30 minute Zoom study exploring how people reason through complex questions with and without AI assistance.
Originator: Ibrahim Akdilek            Posted On :   9/16/2025
Research 

Did You Grow Up within a Dysfunctional Home Environment?
The Student Counseling Center (SCC) offers group therapy!
Group will meet Tuesday's from 3-4:20.
Participation is voluntary, available at no-cost, and is confidential.
Originator: Kim Durbin            Posted On :   9/15/2025
Departmental