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Restricted Access on 15th St between Detroit Ave and Boston Ave
Originator: Lisa Simmons            Posted On :   8/18/2017
Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization 

Graduate Minor in Cross-Cultural Studies (CCS)- ALL GRADUATE DISCIPLINES
The CCS Graduate Minor is supported by a multidisciplinary curriculum geared toward enhancing cross-cultural knowledge, skills, leadership, and lifetime professional success in a broad variety of traditional and non-traditional career paths.

Originator: Elizabeth Trejos-Castillo            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic * Departmental 

Nominate your Parent/Grandparent to the Texas Tech Parent of the Year!
Have your parent(s)/guardian(s)/grandparent(s) made a significant impact in your life? Would you like to show them how much you appreciate them? Then nominate your parent(s)/guardian(s)/grandparent(s) to the 2017 Texas Tech Parent of the Year Award.
Originator: Lauren Creger            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Departmental 

Residence Hall Move-In Weekend
University Student Housing is excited to welcome 8000 residents and their families to campus this weekend for move-in weekend. Please be advised of increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic on campus.

Originator: Craig Kuehnert            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Departmental * Student Organization 

Latina/o and Hispanic Students Needed! Chance to win a $20 gift card!
The Norms, Impulsivity, Culture, and Substances (NICS) online study is interested in personal and environmental factors that relate to drinking and substance use behaviors in Latina/o and Hispanic college students.
Originator: Molin Shi            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Research 

Participants Needed for Online Study! Chance to win a $20 Gift Card!
The Norms, Impulsivity, Culture, and Substances (NICS) online study is interested in personal and environmental factors that relate to drinking and substance use behaviors in college students.
Originator: Molin Shi            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Research 

Make friends and be a leader – sign up for the Transfer Leadership Connection!
This student-led leadership retreat is filled with activities to help transfer students build connections to Texas Tech, make friends, and develop their abilities as student leaders.

Originator: Megan Ohlmann            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Student Organization 

Transfer Student Welcome Week: free food, learn more about TTU, make friends!
Transfer Student Welcome Week is a full week of FUN and FREE events designed to help you get to know Texas Tech and meet other students!
Originator: Megan Ohlmann            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Student Organization 

Join a free program called the Body Project to improve your body image!
The Body Project is a group aimed at helping young women feel better about their bodies. You will be able to attend two, 2-hour sessions designed to improve your body image. If you are interested, please contact zohal.heidari@ttu.edu.
Originator: Zohal Heidari            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Arts & Entertainment * Lectures & Seminars 

OLLI Presents "Health (and Healthcare) in America" August 31 at 5:30pm
OLLI Presents “Health (and Healthcare) in America” on August 31 at 5:30pm at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at 3601 4th St.
Cost $20 for OLLI Members. Must enroll at www.olli.ttu.edu.
Questions? Call 806-742-6554
Originator: Matthew Coffern            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic * Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization 

OLLI Presents “Cutting the Cord” August 28 at 5:30pm
OLLI Presents “Cutting the Cord” on August 28 at 5:30pm at the Museum of Texas Tech University at 3301 4th St.
Cost $15 for OLLI Members. Must enroll at www.olli.ttu.edu.
Questions? Call 806-742-6554
Originator: Matthew Coffern            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic * Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization 

OLLI Presents “The Goodnight Ranch” October 31 at 9:00am
OLLI Presents “The Goodnight Ranch” on October 31 at 9:00am at the Museum of Texas Tech University at 3301 4th St.
Cost $55 for OLLI Members. Must enroll at www.olli.ttu.edu.
Questions? Call 806-742-6554
Originator: Matthew Coffern            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic * Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization 

FREE Academic Coaching & Presentations
Are you a student that needs help organizing your busy summer schedule? Are you an on-campus department or faculty that needs a presentation for a course or training? The Academic Coaches at the Learning Center can help!
Originator: Alicia Rosas            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic 

University Convocation - FREE SHIRTS
Come kick off the school year with free shirts, sweet treats, good music and an amazing speaker. The dress is casual. We'll see you on the grass at Urbanovsky Park!
Originator: Rachel Jackson            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Student Organization * Orientation 

Environmental Sustainability - Fall '17 - Online Graduate Course BIOL 6301-D09
Environmental Sustainability is being offered Fall 2017 as an online elective for graduate students across all related fields.

Originator: Deborah Carr            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic 

Undergraduate Student Travel Funding 2017 - 2018
The Center for Active Learning and Undergraduate Engagement is now accepting applications for travel funding to support the presentation of undergraduate student scholarly works.
Originator: Jerylme Robins            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Research * Academic 

Think About IT has launched!
Think About It®, a requirement for all students who are new to Texas Tech. This online, interactive course is designed to educate you about alcohol, drugs, healthy relationships, sex, and violence prevention.
Originator: Joseph Pfund            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Faculty/Staff Organization * Student Organization * Departmental 

NEW ICQ for Buyers!
Attention Buyers! As of April 1, 2017, TTUS published a new Independent Contractor Questionnaire (ICQ) available for contracting services with individual/sole proprietor vendors.
Originator: Phyllis Taylor            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Departmental 

Students, Faculty, and Staff Opinions Needed for Museum Study
The Lubbock Lake Landmark wants your opinion! We want to know how you feel about 3D technologies and their use in a museum setting.
Originator: Jessica Stepp            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Research 

Do you really know how much “that” costs? Find out in PFI 3301
Introduction to Personal Finance offers skills to help students navigate the financial world... for life! This course covers topics like basic financial concepts, borrowing, investing, and protection. Register for PFI 3301!
Originator: Jennifer Wilson            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Academic 

Looking for a minor that will never have an 8 AM class meeting time?
The Studies in Personal Finance minor provides basic knowledge needed to manage personal financial activities in day-to-day life. It is a great preparation for any career!
Originator: Jennifer Wilson            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic 

Library, STEM CORE to host ‘Great American Eclipse’ watch party Aug. 21
Join us at 11 a.m. (program begins at 11:30 a.m.) Aug. 21 in the Croslin Room and east steps of the University Library to view the total solar eclipse.

Originator: Julie Barnett            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic * Departmental * Student Organization 

Fidelity Investments available for Financial Advice
A financial adviser from Fidelity Investments is taking appointments.
Originator: LaDonna Johnson            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Departmental 

FASTING AND BODY COMP STUDY
A new study is looking for healthy adult participants.
Originator: Bundit Preechavanichwong            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Research 

Fall 2017, grad & undergrad: Constructs in Ethnomusicology
OPEN TO STUDENTS FROM ACROSS THE TTU CAMPUS
Originator: CHRISTOPHER J Smith            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Lectures & Seminars 

Music & American Studies: Charles Ives in His World (open to all)
An intensive, topics-oriented survey of the music of the composer Charles E. Ives (1874-1954)
Originator: CHRISTOPHER J Smith            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Lectures & Seminars 

Copyright and Fair Use for Faculty
Learn to navigate the sometimes rocky landscape of intellectual property.
Originator: Julie Barnett            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic * Departmental 

Need a job for Fall 2017? Apply now!
Hospitality Services is hiring for the administrative offices, dining locations across campus, and Top Tier Catering during the fall 2017. Apply now at hospitality.ttu.edu!
Originator: Dee Nguyen            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Spring and Intersession Study Abroad Applications Open!
TTU Study Abroad Applications opened this week! Spring and Intersession 2018 applications close on October 1, 2017. Make sure to start yours soon! Visit TTU Study Abroad for more information. http://www.depts.ttu.edu/international/studyabroad/

Originator: Bethany Kuwitzky            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic 

Sides of Beef for Sale
Raider Red Meats has sides of beef for sale at $6.99/lb
Originator: Ashley Kanaman            Posted On :   8/15/2017
Departmental 

Solar Eclipse: Student Activities Board Info Session
Come out to the Student Union Building by Main Info to learn more about the Student Activities Board. We will have refreshments and a live stream of the Solar Eclipse. 11am to 2pm
Originator: Johnny Morales            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Arts & Entertainment * Student Organization 

NEW COURSE! - Fall 2017 Foundations of Veterans Studies
New course offering for students interested in serving veterans as they transition from their military service.
Originator: David Lewis            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Academic 

Tired of the high cost of textbooks?
GEOG 1401 Physical Geography uses a free online textbook and counts as a core curriculum course. It is taught TR 3:30-4:50 with a separate 2 hour lab each week.
Originator: Linda Jones            Posted On :   8/15/2017
Academic 

Do you dream about seeing the world?
Then be prepared by taking GEOG 2300 Human Geography. We look at language, religion, ethnicity, conflict-everything about peoples and their cultures.
Originator: Linda Jones            Posted On :   8/15/2017
Academic 

Research Participants Wanted for Balance Testing!
The purpose of the study is to assess balance performance, perceptions, and activity levels as they relate to risks of falling.
Originator: Maria Isabela Aurellado            Posted On :   8/15/2017
Research 

Looking to Join an Organization?
This is an excellent opportunity for incoming students to come out and meet new people, along with getting involved with one of our many student organizations that Tech has to offer.
Originator: Michael Isambert            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Student Organization 

Study Abroad Week+Rango the Camel!
Come learn about studying abroad and meet Rango, our honored camel guest!

Originator: Brian Selman            Posted On :   8/15/2017
Academic 

Are you a graduate student interested in learning more about Human Sexuality?
Dr. Dana Weiser will be teaching a graduate level course on Human Sexuality (HDFS 5353) in Fall 2017. HDFS 5353 will be held Wednesdays from 3-5:50 PM. Take the course students have called "a wonderful experience" this Fall!
Originator: Dana Weiser            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic 

CFP - Gender & Gender Identity Colloquium
Is gender relevant to the 21st Century? How do gender difference and power relations influence us? How do transgender and gender identities intersect with other identities?

Originator: Patricia Earl            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Research * Academic * Departmental 

Women's & Gender Studies Open House - Welcome Back!
To celebrate our new name, Women's & Gender Studies, we are hosting a come-and-go open house with FREE swag!
Originator: Patricia Earl            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Research * Academic * Departmental 

Improve your English and Get Ready to Publish! Take ESL 5315 this Fall!
This course prepares non-native speakers of English for writing papers for publication in their disciplines.
Originator: Olga Pahom            Posted On :   8/15/2017
Lectures & Seminars 

Traffic Flow on 18th Street Saturday and Sunday
Saturday from 7 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., 18th Street between Flint and Hartford Avenues will be closed to through traffic for Chitwood/Weymouth move-in.

Originator: Stacy Stockard            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Departmental 

Additional Road Closures
Construction is ongoing at both Boston Avenue and Flint Avenue at 19th Street.

Originator: Communications and Marketing            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Employee Announcements * Student Announcements 

Hiring Texas Tech CrossFit Coaches
Hiring for our CrossFit Texas Tech program for fall 2017 and spring 2018. We are looking for highly motivated, hard-working individuals who want to be involved in our program.

Originator: Johanna Valencia            Posted On :   8/16/2017
Rec Sports Programming * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Bicycle Sales Start Monday at 8 a.m.!
Looking for a bike? Texas Tech students and employees may purchase a used bicycle from Transportation and Parking Services online during the annual fall bike sale!
Originator: Stacy Stockard            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 

Raiders Rojos Spring 2018 Scholarship
The Raiders Rojos National Alumni Chapter spring scholarship application is open. Online application is available at www.tturaidersrojos.org Scholarship application submission deadline is Sept 8, 5 p.m.

Originator: Wendi Weitman            Posted On :   8/17/2017
Academic * Student Organization