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Thinking about applying to graduate school?
Thinking about applying to graduate school but not sure where to start? The University Career Center is hosting the Graduate and Professional School Fair on Tuesday, September 10th, 11 am to 3 pm in the Student Union Building (SUB) Ballroom.

Originator: Lauren Swanson            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Departmental 


Coffee Breaks via Zoom
Are you looking for some professional development from the comfort of your own office? Join us for our 30 minute, micro-learning sessions!

Originator: Kailey Kilcrease            Posted On :   7/11/2024
Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization * Human Resources Training 


Are you a new employee? This onboarding guide is for YOU!
We are excited you are starting your journey at Texas Tech.

Originator: Kailey Kilcrease            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Departmental * 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 :   7/16/2024
Departmental * Human Resources Training 


Host an Event for Family Weekend!
Submit your event to be included on the Family Weekend 2024 calendar. Final submission deadline is September 1, 2024.

Originator: Morgan Brannon            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Athletics * Departmental 


Red Raider Family Member of the Year 2024
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 2024 Red Raider Family Member of the Year Award.

Originator: Bryanna Valdivia            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Departmental 


Supplemental Instruction is Hiring for the Fall 2024 Semester!
If you're interested in becoming an SI Leader, fill out our application!

Originator: Erika Soto            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Academic * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


Join our team of Red Raiders Feeding Red Raiders at Hospitality Services!
Hiring Food Service Workers, Catering Support positions, a Content Creator, and Welcome Center Student Assistant for fall 2024. Starting pay is $11/hour with other benefits! Apply now at http://www.depts.ttu.edu/hospitality/jobs.php.

Originator: Dee Nguyen            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


Fall 2024: CHIN3306 Chinese Culture (Asynchronous Online & Multicultural)
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 :   7/11/2024
Academic 


THREE WEEKS UNTIL RAIDER WELCOME SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE!
Raider Welcome is a series of FUN and FREE events designed to welcome new and returning students to campus! Raider Welcome is set to occur Aug. 15-31,2024. Final submissions are due by August 8, 2024.

Originator: Student Engagement            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Arts & Entertainment 


Calling for Proposals/Presentations for our HSI Summit!!
If you are interested in presenting some of your work related to your HSI designation, or even progress/best practices with your Title V/HSI grant(s), we strongly recommend you fill out our call for proposals form below.

Originator: Sasha Gonzalez            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Lectures & Seminars * Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization 


Want to get extra study-time in? Come to SI Sessions!
Supplemental Instruction offers study material in the form of a packet with useful learning tips and practice problems!

Originator: Erika Soto            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Academic 


Join us for our Summer Learning Series via Zoom!
This summer we will be covering Mastering Difficult Conversations, Creating Accountability, Stress Management and Leading Student Employees.



Originator: Kailey Kilcrease            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Faculty/Staff Organization * Human Resources Training 


DEADLINE EXTENDED: Consider a Graduate Degree in School Psychology!
The School Psychology Program at Texas Tech is accepting MEd applications for Fall 2024 through July 31, 2024. If you are interested in a career that applies expertise in mental health, psychology, and education, school psychology may be for you!

Originator: Stephanie Barbre            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Academic 


Do you want to learn Arabic this Fall!
Are you interested in working for the government? Learn the fourth most spoken language that will provide advantages in multiple career fields.


Originator: Rula Al-Hmoud            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Academic 


Call for Applications- Scholarship up to $5000! Deadline 9/16/24
The Institute for Studies in Pragmaticism is calling all doctoral students of every discipline to apply for the Charles S. Peirce Interdisciplinary Graduate Fellowship!

Originator: Brianna Sanchez            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Research * Academic * 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 :   7/16/2024
Departmental 


CCS5301 Foundations of Cross-Cultural Studies- online- Fall 2024
Looking for a course to expand your knowledge on working with diverse cross-cultural/cross-national populations? CCS 5301: Foundations of Cross-Cultural Studies will be offered online in Fall 2024.

Originator: Elizabeth Trejos-Castillo            Posted On :   7/12/2024
Academic 


Lubbock businesses want to welcome you to town at HCF!
Join us on Friday, August 23, 7-9 PM, for prizes, samples, discounts and more.

Originator: Izabelle Stanford            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 


We've got live music and games at RAIDER ROUNDUP!
Join your fellow incoming students for FREE food, games, and live music on Sunday, August 25, 7-9 PM.

Originator: Izabelle Stanford            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 


Complete a survey and enter a drawing for a $25 Amazon Gift card!!
If you are 18 years or older, we invite you to complete a 10-15 min survey about health, nutrition and whole grain intake to win a $25 Amazon gift card.

Originator: Andrea Sosa Cuevas            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Research 


Ice Cream Social, Scoop An Opportunity Job Fair
Looking to fill your open positions with Red Raiders? Have an internship or program that will support students’ career development? Registration is now LIVE for the University Career Center’s Ice Cream Social, Scoop and Opportunity Job Fair.

Originator: Lauren Swanson            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Departmental * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


Looking for an On-campus Job? Join us at our Scoop An Opportunity Job Fair!
This event allows you to learn about the job opportunities available through Texas Tech University. These opportunities include part-time on-campus jobs, internships, programs, and unique experiences that will support your career development!

Originator: Lauren Swanson            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Departmental * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MARKETING RESEARCH AND ANALYTICS
Learn the latest techniques for analyzing data as it pertains to marketing research! Fall 2024 Deadline has extended to August 1st!

Originator: David Sobo            Posted On :   7/12/2024
Academic 


STEM MBA
In just one or two years, gain the business skills you need to get the job you want! The priority deadline for Fall 2024 has extended to August 1st!

Originator: David Sobo            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Academic 


100% Online MBA
Get the business skills you need to get the job you want from a nationally ranked MBA program in the U.S. Deadline for Fall 2024 has extended to August 1st!

Originator: David Sobo            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Academic 


Be first in the know!!!
Discover the heartbeat of excitement at @ttuskyviewsrestaurant and @ttuhrm! Follow us for exclusive updates on upcoming events, tantalizing new menus, exciting giveaways, and more. Be the first to know and join us on this delicious journey!

Originator: McKinna Nichols            Posted On :   7/12/2024
Departmental 


Psychology Study Participants Needed!
Our team at TTU wants to learn more about the experience of dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Click on this link https://tthsclubbock.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6GsynpO5H8R4VVQ to see if you are eligible to participate.

Originator: Carol Fadalla            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Research 


ORCID Workshop for Researchers Aug. 13
Getting and using your free ORCID iD and ORCID record can help you save time and get credit for your work in funding, publishing and research-reporting workflows.

Originator: Julie Barnett            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Research * Academic * Faculty/Staff Organization 


Participants need for a simulated firefighting computer game!
You will get $15 for individual participation and $90 for the highest performing team.

To participate click on the link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6nXbSgGHDHZCiEC__NBeSvwVRTP_MYhXj_a3qt6mvFQojpQ/viewform?usp=sf_link





Originator: Armina Rahman Mim            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Research 


Conducting Human Subject Research and needing help with IRB Process?
The Office of Human Research Protection Program is here to help! Our office will be offering informational training sessions that will be split up in a span of 5 days for the summer II semester. Sign up today!

Originator: April Ortegon            Posted On :   7/10/2024
Research 


Undergraduate Research Assistants Needed!
The GRILL Lab in the TTU Psychological Sciences Department is looking for research assistants.

Originator: Sydnie Schneider            Posted On :   7/12/2024
Research 


On-Campus Undergraduate Part Time Employment: College Readiness Peer Mentor
College Readiness Peer Mentors support students in their transition to Texas Tech and in being prepared for college. Peer Mentors work with instructors in one or two-course sections of College Readiness programs to meet students’ needs.

Originator: Sarah Propps            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Academic * Departmental * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


PLAY / SING / DANCE / COSPLAY for CREDIT and for FUN
The TTU Celtic Ensemble is recruiting for Fall 2024! Seeking singers, players, dancers, cosplayers, gamers, coders, LARPers, actors, and designers. Come and play with us in the Multiverse of Bassanda!

Originator: Chris Smith            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Arts & Entertainment 


Fall 2024 course open to UG & grad students: Musics of the African Diaspora
Fall 2024, open to Grad/UG from across the TTU campus, TR 12:30-1:50pm. All welcome, and please pass the word!

Originator: Chris Smith            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Academic 


Scholarships
The Department of Military Science offers 2, 3, and 4-year scholarships to qualified students.

Originator: George Hampton            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Academic * Departmental 


"Hire Red Raiders" Job Board Information & Event (FREE ICE CREAM)
Do you constantly run into students who would like an on-campus job but don't know where to start? Do you have on-campus positions that need to be filled? We have good news for you!

Originator: Lauren Swanson            Posted On :   7/12/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


Need a part time job
The Texas Army National Guard in conjunction with Army ROTC offers positions for part-time military service while attending College.

Originator: George Hampton            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Departmental * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


TO ACT, OR NOT TO ACT: THAT IS THE QUESTION.
Fulfill your core Creative Arts requirement this fall with THA 2301 Introduction to Acting or THA 2303 Theatre Appreciation.

Originator: Cory Norman            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Academic 


Animal Science Tutors Needed! - TECHniques Center
The TECHniques Center is in need of Animal Science tutors! If you've ever considered tutoring, please apply today!

Originator: Christian Enevoldsen            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Academic * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 


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 :   7/16/2024
Research * Academic * Departmental 


Participants Needed - Hispanic/Latino Therapy Seeking
Participants needed for a dissertation about how Hispanic/Latino people sought couple or family therapy. Participation will include a 10-minute survey and a 60–90-minute interview. Participants will be compensated with a 50-dollar Walmart gift card.

Originator: Mandy Guzman            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Research 


Child Development Research Center Opening
The Child Development Research Center has one Tuesday/Thursday opening in a preschool classroom for the 2024-2025 school year.

Originator: Stacy Johnson            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Departmental 


TTU EMPLOYEES: PARTICIPATE IN PAID SURVEY RESEARCH STUDY
Recruiting TTU employees (18+) to participate in a study on org culture. You will be asked to participate in 3 surveys (on Fri, July 19, Fri, July 26, and Fri August 2). You can earn a $25 Amazon e-gift card. To sign up: https://tinyurl.com/TTU24

Originator: Lauren Locklear            Posted On :   7/10/2024
Research 


Payroll & Tax Services is Moving
Payroll & Tax is excited to announce we are moving to a new location. On July 16th we will relocate to 3316 9th Street, formerly BASF Seeds and Innovation Center, south of the International Cultural Center.

Originator: Roman Valencia            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Departmental 


Do you want to learn how to improve adolescents and your own wellness?
Register this Fall for HUSC 3325, Comprehensive Wellness for Adolescents. This course will allow you to learn wellness concepts, apply them to your wellness philosophy, and integrate learning with future professional contexts.

Originator: Paulina Velez Gomez            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Academic * Departmental 


Seeking full-time undergraduate students who plan to graduate in August 2024.
A drawing for a $20 Amazon gift card! We are looking for undergraduate students who are 18 years or older, U.S. citizens, enrolled full-time at TTU, and who plan to enter the workforce after graduation to participate in an online survey.

Originator: Abigael Mekonnen            Posted On :   7/11/2024
Research * Academic 


Lowered Flag at Memorial Circle
The Texas Tech flag at Memorial Circle was lowered on July 15, 2024 in memory of Blake Barclay. He was a sophomore in the Huckabee College of Architecture. Blake passed away on July 8, 2024.

Originator: Stephanie Legako            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Academic 


Need a Language? Consider a Critical Language
The U.S. government has designated certain languages to be critical to our national security and prosperity. TTU offers Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Russian.

Originator: Erin Collopy            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Academic 


Study Russian!
Are you interested in working for the government? A non-governmental agency (NGO)? Do you want to enhance your resume? Do you love Russian culture, literature, ballet?

Originator: Erin Collopy            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Academic 


Global Readiness Certificate
Increase your competitiveness on the job market by earning an undergraduate certificate in Global Readiness. Learn the skills that will make your resume stand out.

Originator: Erin Collopy            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Academic 


Research Study on Mitochondria and Exercise in Individuals Born Prematurely.
This study involves assessing mtDNA variants caused by premature birth and their impact on the role of mitochondria in response to aerobic exercise training in premature individuals.

Originator: Heather Vellers            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Research 


Mental Health Self-Help
Therapy Assistance Online: A private online self-help library

Originator: Lisa Viator            Posted On :   7/15/2024
Departmental 


Complete Research Study in a Driving Simulator, Earn $25/hour (up to $75 total)
Adults (aged 18-59 years) are invited to participate in a paid, in-person study about how the nervous system responds to driving tasks in a driving simulator.

Originator: Eric Greenlee            Posted On :   7/16/2024
Research