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Signature Series Workshops: Communication Training Center
Five-part series workshop about optimizing communication in the classroom and beyond.
Originator: Karen Preiss            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Lectures & Seminars 

Undergraduate Student Travel Funding 2019 - 2020
The Center for Transformative Undergraduate Experiences (TrUE) is now accepting applications for travel funding to support the presentation of undergraduate student scholarly works.
Originator: Jerylme Robins            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Research * Academic 

Funding Your Study Abroad Experience Workshop
Funding Your Study Abroad Experience Workshop October 23rd, 2-3pm, West Hall 101

Originator: Holley Browning            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Lectures & Seminars * Academic 

The Majors & Minors Fair is TOMORROW!!!
Want to get a jumpstart on next semester’s registration? Come to the Majors & Minors Fair TOMORROW to talk to advisors and start planning your future!
Originator: Megan Ohlmann            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Academic * Departmental 

Adults with a diagnosis of autism needed for research study ($50 compensation)
Participants needed for study on the cardiovascular health, fitness, and movement abilities of adults with Autism ($50 compensation)
Originator: Taylor Brooks            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Research 

Have a business idea? You could win $2,000!
Do you have a great idea? The Innovation Hub wants to hear about it! Submit your idea in a 60-second video for a chance to win a $2000 cash prize!
Originator: Taysha Williams            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Departmental 

LATINX UNDERGRADUATE PARTICIPANTS NEEDED! $5 GIFT CARD!
Undergraduate Latina/os of Mexican descent between the ages of 18-25 are needed to participate in a study on academic, depression, and family support outcomes. Participants will receive a $5 gift card from Amazon.
Originator: Cynthia Perez            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Research 

The Six Thinking Hats (Fall Learning Series)
Have a problem/issue/project that you need to work on but your thoughts keep getting jumbled? Join us as we learn a different way to think. You’ll enjoy teamwork at your table as you learn the Six Thinking Hats method.

Originator: Stephanie West            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Academic * Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization 

Graduating SPRING 2020? Register NOW for PFI 4101
DO NOT graduate from Texas Tech without taking PFI 4101! Are you looking for a one hour course designed to teach you about job searching, employee benefits, taxes, investing options, and insurance? Well, we have the course for you!

Originator: Jennifer Wilson            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Academic 

SciVal Workshop Series RSVP DEADLINE 10/24
Join OR&I for a two-day workshop series hosted by the Office of Research & Innovation
Originator: Moriah Gonzales            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Research 

School of Theatre and Dance presents "Black Girl, Interrupted" Student Preview
A timely and compelling new drama from TTU PhD student LyaNisha Gonzalez, "Black Girl, Interrupted" investigates whose story gets lost when we focus on a woman's death rather than her life.

Originator: Lindsay Rigney            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Arts & Entertainment 

Moms Needed for Survey - $25 Target Gift Card Drawing
Calling all MOMS! You're invited to participate in a 10 minute anonymous survey on maternal well-being and first childcare experiences.

Originator: Jes Cardenas            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Research 

Alternative Spring Break 2020: Come serve with us!
Want to spend your break giving back to a community around the United States? Consider a trip with Raiders Helping Others. We host four Alternative Spring Break trips around the nation so students can spend the week serving others while having fun!
Originator: Amy Shaw            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Student Organization * Student Organization 

JOIN THE TECH BALLROOM DANCE TEAM TODAY!
Do you enjoy making friends? Join the Tech Ballroom Dance team! We create a FUN social environment while learning all types of dance styles. *Find us on TechConnect and Facebook at Tech Ballroom Dance Team.*

Originator: Ellora Vela            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Student Organization 

Dia de los Muertos celebration set Nov. 1 at University Library
Performances by Ballet Folklorico Aztlan and Raíces Compañía de Danza, guest speakers, free food and music will be featured in honor of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) from 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 1 in the University Library’s Croslin Room.
Originator: Julie Barnett            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Arts & Entertainment * Academic * Departmental 

Mark Your Calendar for the Free Car Clinic!
Get your car ready for Thanksgiving travels! Come by Commuter West Wednesday, 11/6 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to have your vehicle looked over by professional mechanics and get free food, drinks, prizes, and entry into a drawing for a free permit!
Originator: Stacy Stockard            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 

Annual Día de los Muertos Procession on November 1
Annual five-site procession to celebrate the cultural traditions of the Day of the Dead – Office of International Affairs, TTU Museum, TTU School of Art, LHUCA, Buddy Holly Center
Originator: Jan Stogner            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Arts & Entertainment * Academic * Departmental 

If you transferred to Texas Tech, we want YOU!
Transfer Ambassadors help their fellow transfers transition to life at Texas Tech before, during, and after orientation. If you want to get paid to help other students be successful and to make a difference on campus, this is the job for you!
Originator: Hannah Eichman            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Bike Sale at TTU Surplus Warehouse
Bike Sale October 23rd
Originator: Todd Smith            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Departmental 

GoNOW Mission Night @TechBSM
Come join us at 8pm at BSM for our usual UNCHARTED & Campus groups (worship & Bible study) as we hear about God's Heart for the Nations and ways you can serve this summer.

Originator: Justin Kennon            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Student Organization 

Queer Reels, Real Topics Film Screening Schedule Announced
Join us for the second film in our series with a screening of 5B, a remarkable story of courage and compassion from the nurses and caregivers of San Francisco General's Ward 5B.
Originator: Tricia Earl            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Academic * Departmental 

To Minor, or Not to Minor?
Many students spend so much energy deciding on college majors that they sometimes overlook a related –- and sometimes equally important –- question: What minor, if any, should you choose?

Originator: Tricia Earl            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Academic * Departmental 

Texas Tech Law Open House
Interested in law school? Texas Tech Law invites you to join us for our Open House on Saturday, November 9 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a mock class, student panel, and tours of the law school. Check-in begins at 12:30. Click for more details.
Originator: Danielle Saavedra            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Academic * Departmental 

Language & Culture Day
Stop by the basement of Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures on November 1st for a celebration of world languages and cultures! There will be special talks, presentations, and cultural displays from 9 am - 2 pm.
Originator: Alec Cattell            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Departmental 

Cyber Aware—IT Security Briefing from Palo Alto—October 30, 2pm—4pm
The TTU IT Division invites the TTU community to an IT Security Briefing from Palo Alto on Wednesday, October 30, 2pm—4pm.
Originator: IT Events            Posted On :   10/23/2019
IT Announcements 

Roundtable on Hip Hop as Protest: October 23rd
Join us for a Roundtable on Hip Hop as Protest. Sponsored by The Dept. of English, the Crossroads of Music Archive, and The Humanities Center
Originator: Cordelia Barrera            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Lectures & Seminars 

Save the Date! Non-Profit Job Fair is ONE Week Away ~ Oct. 30th at the SUB
Please join us for the Fall 2019 Non-Profit Job Fair on Wednesday, October 30th, 2-4pm.

Originator: Tori Coleman            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

NEW FACULTY RESEARCH ORIENTATION - Morning Session
The session will cover services available to faculty, proposal development and processing; review of institutional policies and procedures affecting research at Texas Tech; internal and external funding opportunities; and compliance issues.


Originator: Colette Solpietro            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Research * Lectures & Seminars * Orientation 

Don't Forget to Donate to the SECC Campaign!
Contact your department coordinator to find out how
Originator: Laura Montoya            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization 

FREE Entrepreneurial Keynote Luncheon!
Join the Innovation Hub and the J.T. & Margaret College of Visual & Performing Arts for the Performance Innovation Speaker Series Luncheon.

Originator: Taysha Williams            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Arts & Entertainment * Lectures & Seminars * Departmental 

Scheduled maintenance for FootPrints and askIT, Friday, 10/25/19, 3AM-6AM (CDT)
FootPrints and askIT services will be intermittently unavailable during our scheduled maintenance, Friday, October 25, 2019, from 3:00 AM until 6:00 AM (CDT).
Originator: ITTS Systems            Posted On :   10/23/2019
IT Announcements 

NEW FACULTY RESEARCH ORIENTATION - Afternoon Session
The session will cover services available to faculty, proposal development and processing; review of institutional policies and procedures affecting research at Texas Tech; internal and external funding opportunities; and compliance issues.
Originator: Colette Solpietro            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Research * Lectures & Seminars * Orientation 

THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON FOOD!
Understanding neurological, physiological, and psychological influences on ingestion. A talk by Dr. Martin Binks.
Originator: Cristobal Chavez            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Academic * Departmental 

Research study: 16-Week Weight Loss Program
Seeking research subjects for 16-week weight loss study. Total possible compensation $310. ALL learn practical weight loss strategies. Some receive FDA approved medicine for weight loss. Call/email if interested: 806-742-5194, bmtrlab@ttu.edu.
Originator: Sharmin Akter            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Research 

COUPLES! EARN $40 BY PARTICIPATING IN A STUDY!
Participants will earn $40 per couple. Must be willing to talk about your relationship.
Originator: Emma Willis            Posted On :   10/22/2019
Research 

India Student Association Cultural Night
The TTU-India Student Association is organizing the annual cultural fiesta to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of India. Join us for an evening of music and dance performances, talent showcasing and really good Indian food!
Originator: Sarbajit Basu            Posted On :   10/22/2019
Arts & Entertainment * Student Organization 

Library Escape Room events canceled
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Escape Room activities as part of Open Access Week scheduled for Oct. 24 are canceled.

Originator: Julie Barnett            Posted On :   10/23/2019
Lectures & Seminars * Departmental * Student Organization