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Emergency Maintenance for TTU Network On 5/23/2023 7:00PM-7:30PM
The TTU IT Division will be performing emergency network maintenance between 7:00PM and 7:30PM CDT today. Network connectivity may be intermittently unavailable for 10-15 minutes.
Originator: IT Help Central            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Employee Announcements * Student Announcements 

Retirement of Wikis in Microsoft Teams Update – Act by May 31, 2023
Microsoft will retire the built-in Wiki application in Microsoft Teams starting June 2023. Migrate your content now for the simplest transition!
Originator: IT Help Central            Posted On :   5/22/2023
IT Announcements * Departmental 

NEW PROGRAM: Frontline Leader Series
Did you miss the Leading from the Frontline Conference? Join us for these sessions.
Originator: Kailey Kilcrease            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Human Resources Training 

FINISH PLANNING AND SUBMIT YOUR RAIDER WELCOME EVENT | AUG. 13-SEPT. 2, 2023
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. 13 - Sept. 2, 2023. Final submissions are due August 1, 2023.

Originator: Student Engagement            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Departmental 

Critical Infrastructure Security Training
This 4-hour online training module will provide an introduction to cyber-physical systems for critical infrastructures, like medical, energy, and electric utilities, which are vulnerable to cyber-attacks.

Originator: Abigail Diggs            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Lectures & Seminars * Academic 

STEM CORE Launches New Summer Programs
Looking for engaging STEM programming for your children this summer? Registration is open now for: The Secret Agent Academy (for incoming 3rd-5th graders) and for Girls Who Code (for incoming 7th-9th graders)
Originator: Allison Eubanks            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Academic 

Call for Nominations for the 2023 Distinguished Staff Awards
Texas Tech invites you to nominate outstanding staff members who demonstrate excellence, leadership and exemplary service for a Distinguished Staff Award.

Originator: Kailey Kilcrease            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Departmental * Human Resources Training 

Get financially literate by using Excel!
No financial calculator needed in this class!
Originator: Jennifer Wilson            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Academic 

Are you interested in learning about how you think about money?
Yes! PFI 1305 - Life, Love, and Money will focus on YOUR 3 most important decisions! Come and learn how you can invest in your life, love, and money for the greatest returns!
Originator: Jennifer Wilson            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Academic 

Register Your Kids for UREC Youth Summer Sports Camp TODAY!
Register your child for UREC Youth Summer Sports Camp TODAY! For registration info visit www.bit.ly/ttusportscamp.

Originator: Brett Jackson            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Departmental * Rec Sports Programming 

Want to become a Personal Trainer or F45 Coach?
Learn how effectively lead, design, and execute Personal Training / F45 sessions and develop transferable skills for your career at UREC and beyond!
Originator: Kevin Sibal            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Rec Sports Programming * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Summer I 2023: CHIN3306 Chinese Culture (Asynchronous Online)
Explore Chinese culture and civilization, which has lasted for over 3,000 years in recorded history. Take a fully online course to fulfill the multicultural requirement.
Originator: Yanlin Wang            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Academic 

A Beginning Course in Chinese language CHIN1501: Fall 2023, Online or Hybrid
Do you know learning Chinese language will improve your job prospects in the government and many businesses?
Originator: Yanlin Wang            Posted On :   5/19/2023
Academic 

A Beginning Course in Chinese language CHIN1501: Fall 2023, Online or Hybrid
Do you know learning Chinese language will improve your job prospects in the government and many businesses?
Originator: Yanlin Wang            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Academic 

Take an astronomy course (or two!) this summer
ASTR 1400 Solar System Astronomy and ASTR 1401 Stellar Astronomy are being offered this summer. Both courses fulfill the core Life and Physical Sciences requirement. Register today!
Originator: Melanie Ungar            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Academic 

New Indigenous & Native American Studies Certificate
TTU has announced the new Indigenous & Native American Studies Certificate for graduate students, online. Registration is open for the first seminar, in the fall 2023 semester, which is required for the Certificate but open to anyone.



Originator: Michele Thaetig            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Academic 

Looking for a family activity this summer? Check out the Texas Sibling Study!
The Texas Sibling Study is seeking parents of teen siblings to take part in a study examining how families influence teenage development. Families will receive $100 per visit plus other fun prizes.
Originator: Tina Greene            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Research 

Become a Peer Mentor for College Readiness: TSI!
Are you looking for a position that gives you classroom and office experience? Apply for a Peer Mentor position with TSI!
Originator: Angela Chisum            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Participate in Summer Intramural Sports!
Let the summer fun continue by registering for our summer Intramural Sports. Sports include archery, sand volleyball, disc golf, pickleball and so much more! Register online today at IMLeagues.com/TTU.
Originator: Brittney Hamersky            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Faculty/Staff Organization * Student Organization * Rec Sports Programming 

Need a Social/ Behavioral Science or Multicultural Requirement? Take SOC 1301!
Need a Social and Behavioral Science or Multicultural Requirement? Take SOC 1301 with Dr. Koch as he nears retirement. He is a member of Texas Tech's Teaching Academy, is a three-time winner of the Professing Excellence teaching award. NO TEXTBOOK


Originator: Allie Haney            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Academic 

Fall 2023 Political Economy Reading Program — Scholarship Opportunity!
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 May 31.
Originator: Amanda Smith            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Academic 

Looking to Tutor? - Apply with the TECHniques Center!
The TECHniques Center is a unique, one on one tutoring program on campus. We're currently looking for tutors for the Fall 2023 semester, so apply today!
Originator: Christian Enevoldsen            Posted On :   5/19/2023
Academic * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Construction for R-2 Parking lot and Canton Avenue
The reconstruction of the R-2 Parking Lot is scheduled to begin on June 1, 2023. On July 1, 2023, road construction will begin on all of Canton Ave.


Originator: Allison Patton            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Departmental 

Tools for State and Local Government Contracting: Texas HUB, CMBL, and ESBD
The SBDC and APEX are hosting the Tools for State and Local Government Contracting seminar
Originator: Michael Monk            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Small Business Development Center 

Looking for postmenopausal women with elevated or high blood pressure
Postmenopausal women with elevated or high blood pressure needed for research study evaluating blood vessel function and blood pressure at rest and during exercise
Originator: Katharine Dillon            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Research 

Seeking Type 2 Diabetes individuals (Get trained exercise and $40)
Women with type 2 diabetes are needed for a research study evaluating blood vessel function, blood glucose levels, and muscle and fat mass in your body. We will provide dietary supplements and train you leg exercise. You will be paid $40.
Originator: Yejin Kang            Posted On :   5/19/2023
Research 

Looking for a summer course online to meet your core requirements?
VPA 2301: Critical Issues in Arts and Culture.

Originator: Aaron Chavarria            Posted On :   5/19/2023
Academic 

Looking to complete your Oral Communication requirement over the summer?
VPA 1302: Strategies for Global Communication through Arts Methods

Originator: Aaron Chavarria            Posted On :   5/19/2023
Academic 

Are you looking for a Creative Art Core Credit? Enroll in MUHL 1308!
MUHL 1308 Music in Western Civilization is an introductory course for non-music majors exploring music from the Middle Ages to the 20th century and beyond! This course satisfies a Creative Arts core credit.

Originator: Darian Condarco            Posted On :   5/19/2023
Academic 

Take a class this summer while engaging with preschoolers!
Enroll in HDFS/EC 3313 for a unique opportunity to learn about young children by having hands-on experiences at the CDRC. Expand your horizons; witness the joys and challenges of child development; gain lifelong skills!
Originator: Stacy Johnson            Posted On :   5/17/2023
Academic 

THE SCHOOL OF ART'S SUMMER PRE-COLLEGE IMMERSION PROGRAM IS BACK!
Do you know a junior high or high school student who loves art and wants to get the full college experience of what life is like being an art student at Texas Tech? Tell them about our PCIP program taking place this June!
Originator: Tricia Earl            Posted On :   5/19/2023
Academic * Departmental 

TWO CORE REQUIREMENTS IN ONE CLASS!!!
ART 1309 ART APPRECIATION has changed names. It's now ART 1309 GLOBAL ART AND VISUAL CULTURE.

Originator: Tricia Earl            Posted On :   5/19/2023
Academic 

TTU-NMHI High School Experience
Enroll NOW! Summer educational program for High School Students at the Nutrition & Metabolic Health Initiative (NMHI). June 12-16 OR July 17-21 provides an interactive education experience for people considering careers in nutrition and healthcare
Originator: Martin Binks            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Lectures & Seminars * Academic * Departmental 

Want to make a difference in the community this Summer? Check out FCSE 3303!
In this service-learning designated course, you will conduct an educational program within the community. Register now! FCSE 3303-D01 (72947).
Originator: Taylor Silvas            Posted On :   5/18/2023
Academic 

Graduating COHS Seniors, have you considered teaching?
Become a teacher who can make a difference! The FCSE post-bac and master's degree is open to bachelor's degree holders who have not yet earned a teaching license. You can teach your subject!
Originator: Taylor Silvas            Posted On :   5/18/2023
Academic 

LOOKING FOR AN INTERESTING, PRACTICAL ELECTIVE COURSE? NEED HELP WITH ADULTING?
FCSE 2300: Adulting 101, Real Skills for Real Life has been opened for SUMMER 2023! Register now and see what immediately applicable skills you can gain for real life!
Originator: Taylor Silvas            Posted On :   5/18/2023
Academic 

Education in a Correctional Environment Course- Registration Open NOW!
FCSE 3350/5350: Special Topics- Education in a Correctional Environment. Learn about education programs in Correctional Settings!
Originator: Taylor Silvas            Posted On :   5/18/2023
Academic 

Say Yes to FCS Teaching Camp
Learn more about the inspiring field of teaching in Family and Consumer Sciences!
Originator: Taylor Silvas            Posted On :   5/18/2023
Departmental 

Career Center Summer Webinars
The University Career Center will be providing virtual and face-to-face professional development opportunities over the summer!
Originator: Janelle Delgadillo            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Departmental 

Dog owners of Lubbock needed for new study!
TTU’s Human Animal Interaction Lab and Canine Olfaction Lab invites you and your dog to participate in new research projects exploring the use of dog toys. Click on the link to learn more!
Originator: Rituparna Sonowal            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Research 

Online Class - Summer I NRM3300 Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Asynchronous Online Class available. / NRM 3300 GIS for Natural Resources Management.
Originator: Carlos Portillo Quintero            Posted On :   5/22/2023
Academic 

Raider Red's Food Pantry is Open!
The moment you've all been waiting for! The Food Pantry is back open starting May 23, 2023 at 10am - 2pm.
Originator: Sam LaRaia            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 

Hosting a summer camp this year? Make sure your staff has the required training!
All camp employees are required to be trained as Campus Security Authorities while in their summer camp role.

Originator: Claire Nevarez            Posted On :   5/23/2023
Arts & Entertainment * Academic * Departmental