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Are you thinking of being a teacher? Join us at our Teacher Job Fair March 19th!
Representatives from top school districts will be in attendance at this year's Teacher Job Fair! Come and familiarize yourself with the job market and get acquainted with offerings from various school districts.

Originator: Lauren Swanson            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


Want to Work at Disney? Join us March 4th to find out how!
Discover the magic within you, create memories for guests that will last a lifetime, and gain experience with a company world renowned for high-quality entertainment and guest service.

Originator: Lauren Swanson            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


THIS WEDNESDAY: R&B/Soul/Jazz Band The Suffers to Open the Spring PLPS Season
The Suffers are a Gulf Coast Soul band from Houston, Texas who bring elements of classic American Soul and Rock & Roll to crowds that love to dance.

Originator: Dóri Bosnyak            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Arts & Entertainment 


Consider a Graduate Degree in School Psychology!
If you are interested in a career that applies expertise in mental health, psychology, and education, school psychology may be for you! The School Psychology Program at Texas Tech is now accepting applications for Fall 2024.

Originator: Stephanie Barbre            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Academic 


Join us for the Frontline Leader Series
Did you miss the Leading from the Frontline conference in October 2023? Join us for our sessions covering the topics you may have missed!

Originator: Kailey Kilcrease            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization * Human Resources Training 


Are you a supervisor of a new employee? This onboarding guide is for YOU!
Many people think the onboarding process lasts one month to 90 days; however, onboarding is a journey with many steps taken by the new employee in the first year to become fully integrated into their job and the department.

Originator: Kailey Kilcrease            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental * Human Resources Training 


NEW COURSE Summer 2024! History & Philosophy of Extension Education
Learn about the origins and development of public education programs related to producers, consumers, and families.

Originator: Ashlee Murden            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Academic 


SCC Suicide Prevention Training: QPR
The SCC is currently offering FREE official QPR training, certifying QPR Gatekeepers who will learn how to intervene and get help for someone in a suicidal crisis. Suicide Gatekeeper training is open to all faculty, staff, and students at TTU.

Originator: Austin Wade            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Lectures & Seminars 


Leap into Flavor at our Extraordinary Leap Day Feast!
Get ready for a taste adventure like never before! Join us at The Market on this extra-special Leap Day for a culinary experience that defies expectations. We're serving up unique and delicious treats that will leave your taste buds leaping for joy!

Originator: Alan Cushman            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental 


Discounted Domestic FedEx and UPS Shipping at CopyMail!
CopyMail offers students & faculty/staff discounted rates for FedEx & UPS domestic personal and business mailing needs! Stop by for printing, copying, shipping and more. Convenient location, SUB basement, that will save you time and money!

Originator: Wendy Vander Haeghen            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental 


OPALS: PAR Assessment Rubric (PAR) Feedback
Office of Planning & Assessment Learning Series
Professional Development Offerings


Originator: Aurelia W Crider            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental 


Lowered Flag at Memorial Circle
The Texas Tech flag at Memorial Circle was lowered on February 24, 2024 in memory of Kevin Flores. He was a senior in the Huckabee College of Architecture. Kevin passed away on December 22, 2023.

Originator: Stephanie Legako            Posted On :   2/24/2024
Academic 


Chinese Tea House- Karaoke Night (Free activity)
Come to learn Chinese songs and enjoy Karaoke. Free activity!

Originator: Yanlin Wang            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Student Organization 


REGISTER NOW! BUDGET BASICS FOR PROPOSAL PREPARATION
The Office of Research Services invites you to participate in a virtual workshop for Budget Basics for research proposal preparation. Participants will learn how to prepare a proposal budget, what and what not to include, tips and shortcuts.

Originator: Tanya Jackson            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Research 


RISE Peer Educator Applications are Open!!
Looking for an on-campus job? Interested in supporting student wellness? Wanting to make a difference on campus? Apply here: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/rise/peereducators-application.php

Originator: Elizabeth Perry            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental * Student Organization * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


STEM MBA!
In just one or two years, gain the business skills you need to get the job you want! The priority deadline for Summer 2024 is May 1st.

Originator: Lidia Jojy            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Academic 


2024 Water Law Symposium
Join the Texas Tech Law Review and the Center for Water Law and Policy for the 2024 Water Law Symposium.

This event is open to and free for all students and faculty.

Register here: https://events.ttu.edu/law/


Originator: Madyson Edwards            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Lectures & Seminars 


Lecture - A Family Systems Lens to Inform Elder Abuse and Neglect Practice
Join the TTUHSC Office of Global Health for a free lecture featuring Athena Chan on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at noon on Zoom.



Originator: Jessica Blume            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Lectures & Seminars 


Seeking families to spend time with horses for research!
Children with current obesity, ages 9-13, and their primary caregivers may be eligible to participate, and no previous horse experience is required.

Originator: Eli Halbreich            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Research 


Complete this Transportation Survey for a $20 VISA Prepaid Card!
As a Texas Tech student, you have the power to influence local transportation planning by participating in a brief app-based survey. After completion, you’ll receive a $20* Visa prepaid e-card. Click the link below to sign up to take the survey.

Originator: Austin Bolden            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental 


Register Now for Our Women's Health Webinar on Friday, March 8th, 2024!
Join us at ORI as we celebrate International Women’s Day by focusing on women's health!
Guest speakers will present from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., followed by a panelist dialog on Food and Nutrition Insecurity from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.


Originator: Alex Scoggin            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Lectures & Seminars * Academic * Departmental 


Want to make a difference in the community this Summer? Check out FCSE 3303!
This service-learning designated course will have you conduct an educational program within the community. Register now! FCSE 3303-DS1 (75855).


Originator: Ashlee Murden            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Academic 


New Minor in Criminology!
The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work is now offering a minor in Criminology!



Originator: Allie Haney            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Academic * Departmental 


ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENERGY ECONOMICS IN SPAIN - SUMMER I 2024
Live in Spain for one month during Summer I, 2024 and earn 6 hours of Economics credit learning about U.S. and E.U. climate and energy policies that address climate change using economic instruments and encouraging renewable energy generation!

Originator: Misak Avetisyan            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Academic * Departmental 


TechAlert! & Building Public Address System Test Scheduled
The test is scheduled for 1:50 p.m. Thursday, March 21.

Originator: Bree Walker            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental 


Etiquette, Employers, and Eating: Join Us for a Mocktail Party!
Attention all students! Are you looking for an opportunity to gain valuable insights into professional networking receptions? Look no further than the University Career Center's upcoming event, the Mocktail Party!

Originator: Lauren Swanson            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


Active Women on Birth Control Needed for Metabolism Study
Researchers are recruiting active women on the combined oral contraceptive pill for a study on body composition and metabolism

Originator: Madelin Siedler            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Research 


Part Time Academic Analyst Position Open!
The Honors College is looking for an enthusiastic candidate who is interested in a part time position working in higher education!

Originator: Kelsey Kimzey            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


Mindful Triathlon April 13th
Mindful Triathlon April 13th

Originator: Johanna Valencia            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Rec Sports Programming 


Lowered Flag at Memorial Circle
The Texas Tech flag at Memorial Circle is lowered on February 26, 2024 in memory of Tonya Solomons. She was a senior in the College of Human Sciences. Tonya passed away on February 12, 2024.

Originator: Stephanie Legako            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Academic 


RESEARCH STUDY: WIN A $30 AMAZON GIFT CARD
Win 1 of 50 $30 gift cards to Amazon by participating in a research study about collegiate entrepreneurship programs in the United States.

Originator: Diana Hechavarria            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Research 


Free Market Institute to Host Steve Forbes for Public Speaker Series – March 26
Steve Forbes will visit Texas Tech on March 26 to present a public lecture on ‘The Importance of Freedom and Free Enterprise in America.’ The program will take place in the SUB Red Raider Ballroom at 5:30 PM and is free and open to the public.

Originator: Amanda Smith            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Lectures & Seminars 


Never-Married Fathers Needed for Research
We are seeking never-married fathers to participate in our research project. Participation would include a survey and an in-person or online interview. Participants will receive $40 as compensation!

Originator: Emma Willis            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Research * Academic * Departmental 


Graduating this spring or summer? Finish strong with the GWC!
The Graduate Writing Center is offering a special Thesis and Dissertation Completion Camp for students graduating in Spring or Summer 2024. Join us Mar 19-22 for breakfast, goal-setting, and dedicated writing time to get those final drafts completed!

Originator: Rebecca Bruning            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Academic 


Boundaries and Boba!
Come to Happy's on 50th to get a free boba tea after completing an activity with our peer educators!

Originator: Elizabeth Perry            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Departmental * Student Organization 


Supplementation Study in Middle-aged and Older Women
Middle-aged and older women with risk factors that include hypertension, elevated blood sugar, increased waist circumference, and abnormal lipids are needed for a research study evaluating blood vessel function, blood glucose, and body composition.


Originator: Mauricio Martinez            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Research 


Jeopardy! (en español)
Jeopardy! (en español)

Originator: Mireya Gonzales            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Student Organization 


CALL FOR ABSTRACTS for ORI’s 9th Annual Meeting - Deadline Friday, March 29th!
Undergraduates/Graduate Students & Postdocs broadly working in obesity and related metabolic or chronic diseases are encouraged to submit!

Originator: Alex Scoggin            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Research * Departmental 


Arbor Day Planting April 26, 2024
Sign Up to participate in one of Tech's greatest traditions- planting at Arbor Day!



Originator: Kallan Grewell            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental * Student Organization 


Calling All Creative Writers - Virtual Open Mic This Friday!
Psi Delta, Texas Tech's chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society, is hosting a virtual open mic on March 1st at 4:00 p.m. Come and share original flash fiction, poetry, or short excerpts of longer works.

Originator: Baylie Jett Mills            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 


Free Architecture+STEM(A+STEM) Summer Camp for 9th to 11th grade students
Apply for a free A+STEM summer camp! Open to 9th-11th grade students.

Originator: Mihwa Park            Posted On :   2/23/2024
Academic 


WOMEN VOTERS GUIDES AVAILABLE NORTH OF EAST UNIVERSITY LIBRARY SERVICE DESK
Copies are available for pickup in the University Library on the Ground floor to the north of the east service desk. Copies are also at the Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, and Architecture, Law and Health Sciences Libraries.

Originator: Thomas Rohrig            Posted On :   2/23/2024
Departmental 


Paint The Stress Away at the SEC
Come visit the SEC on February 27th from 5pm-7pm to paint away your stress with IEE as we prepare for midterms.

Originator: Nevaeh Adams            Posted On :   2/23/2024
Arts & Entertainment 


Poet Colin Channer to Speak in the TTU CW Reading Series
Colin Channer will read from 'Console,' his recent collection of poetry. A Q&A to follow

Originator: Curtis Bauer            Posted On :   2/26/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Lectures & Seminars * Academic