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Scheduled Maintenance for Security and System Updates - eRaider Sign-in Affected
Telecommunications will apply required security and system updates nightly, 8/15 - 8/20, from 10 pm to 4 am Central time. No major impact is anticipated, but some eRaider systems may experience momentary interruptions during this time.
Originator: IT Help Central            Posted On :   8/15/2024
IT Announcements * Departmental * Banner News and Tips for Students 

POSTPONED - Production Banner Maintenance Tonight, 8/15
Tonight's Production Banner maintenance has been postponed. We will post a new announcement when a new maintenance date and time have been confirmed.
Originator: IT Help Central            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Banner News and Tips for Students * Banner News and Tips for Employees 

Contract Training
Any TTU faculty, staff, or student who has access to shop or approve transactions in TechBuy, or who has a pcard or is authorized to purchase on a departmental pcard shall complete this training to comply with State of Texas law.
Originator: Chris Gerik            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Academic * Departmental 

Fall 2024 Beginning Chinese Language Course CHIN1501: Asynchronous Online
Welcome to take asynchronous online Chinese language course CHIN1501 Beginning Chinese in Fall 2024! Study at your own pace without the limitation of time and location!
Originator: Yanlin Wang            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Academic * Student Organization 

Beginning Chinese Language Course CHIN1501: Fall 2024 Hybrid Section
Welcome to take Chinese language course CHIN1501 Beginning Chinese (1) hybrid section in fall 2024!
Originator: Yanlin Wang            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Academic 

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 :   8/15/2024
Lectures & Seminars * Departmental * Faculty/Staff Organization 

Kenexa Training Offered
Kenexa training is offered on a regular schedule through Human Resources.
Originator: Corey Smith            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Human Resources Training 

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 :   8/14/2024
Academic 

CROSS-CULTURAL STUDIES (CCS) PROGRAM-Graduate Minor & Certificate
The CCS program 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 :   8/15/2024
Academic * Departmental 

Make plans to attend Hub City Fest!
We are 1 week away from the party where Lubbock businesses gather to welcome you to town!
Originator: Izabelle Stanford            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 

FREE food, live music and games in less than TWO WEEKS!
We are 11 days out from Raider Roundup happening at Urbanovsky Park with FREE food, live music and games!

Originator: Student Engagement            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 

Rise & Shine: First day of Class Breakfast
Drop by for a complimentary breakfast from a local food truck before kicking off your first class of the semester! Start your day right with good food and great company.
Originator: Elizabeth Perry            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Departmental 

Yoga in the Park
Embrace tranquility with RISE, UREC, and Fitwell at Yoga in the Park. Join us for a fun session of mindful yoga at Urbanovsky Park
Originator: Elizabeth Perry            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Departmental 

Join the Hospitality Services Student Advisory Committee
Help Hospitality Services by providing genuine feedback throughout the year to enhance the campus dining experience.
Originator: Dee Nguyen            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Departmental 

Are YOU the supervisor of a first-year employee?
Human Resources has developed a series of confidential, 5-minute surveys to better understand the onboarding experience for our first-year employees. Please encourage your new employee to fill out each survey.

Originator: Kailey Kilcrease            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Departmental * Human Resources Training 

PAID RESEARCH - $40 -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 a $40 VISA e-gift card as compensation.
Originator: Emma Willis            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Research * Academic * Departmental 

Now Hiring Personal Trainers and F45 Coaches
Looking for a rewarding job in a fun work environment? UREC Fitness and Wellness is hiring for Certified Personal Trainers and F45 coaches.
Originator: Brittany Doak            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Rec Sports Programming * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

McNair Explorers Program - Learn about Research
A preparatory program for First Year and Sophomore First Generation College students to prepare them for undergraduate research
Originator: Jonathan Crider            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Research * Academic 

Enroll in FCSE 4325 to transform your understanding of family policy!
This course bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world applications, empowering you to develop and implement policies that genuinely address the challenges faced by families today.

Originator: Ashlee Murden            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Academic 

Applications for President’s Leadership Institute
The President's Leadership Institute provides a unique opportunity for both Faculty and Staff to participate in the same program while engaging with Texas Tech leadership and learning different skillsets and styles for leading in higher education.
Originator: Kailey Kilcrease            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Academic * Departmental 

Become a Certified Personal Trainer in 12 weeks!
Interested in becoming a NASM Certified Personal trainer in as little as 12 weeks? Come to the UREC info session August 28th in room 201 of the University Rec Center.
Originator: Brittany Doak            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Rec Sports Programming 

Unlock Study Abroad Opportunities with the Gilman Scholarship!
Pell Grant recipients, apply for the Gilman Scholarship and receive up to $5,000 for study abroad! Attend our workshop to learn how to craft a competitive application. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your study abroad dreams come true!
Originator: Carly Allman            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Lectures & Seminars * Academic 

Think You Can't Afford to Study Abroad? Think Again!
Discover how you can afford an international experience with financial aid, scholarships, and money-saving tips. Attend our upcoming information session to learn more and start planning your study abroad adventure.
Originator: Carly Allman            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Lectures & Seminars * Academic 

Participants needed for focus group on emergency management
Participants are needed for focus group on emergency, disaster, and crisis management. You will receive a $50 for 2-hour discussion, which will be audio-recorded. If interested, please fill the form: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KN9JGLR
Originator: Changwon Son            Posted On :   8/12/2024
Research 

Join us for the First-Gen Block Party!
Come help us kick off the new academic year and learn more about First-Generation Transition & Mentoring Programs at our Block Party!
Originator: Abigail Franco            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 

Gain Valuable Experience in STEM Education!
STEM CORE Outreach is looking to hire undergraduate students majoring in STEM or Education to be STEM Club Leaders for area elementary and middle schools. Enhance your resume while making a difference in the lives of children!
Originator: Allison Eubanks            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Academic * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

FREE LUNCH with OPA and TTU Staff Panel!
You read that right! Join the Office of Planning and Assessment for a free lunch while hearing from our faculty about their experiences and assessment strategies!
Originator: Chloe Vainrib            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Academic * Departmental 

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 :   8/15/2024
Research 

English in the Evenings
Any adults may register for these affordable six-week evening English classes that meet twice a week. The next class, a reading and writing class, begins on Sep 9th!

Visit this page for more details: https://eventreg.ads.ttu.edu/event/30/
Originator: Yesim Kesli Dollar            Posted On :   8/13/2024
Academic 

Rawls Testing Center – Graduate Student Job Openings
The Rawls Testing Center administers online exams for the Rawls College of Business students. We are looking to hire new Graduate Student Assistants for the upcoming Fall 2024 term, with the opportunity to stay on for the Spring term.
Originator: Dayton Perrin            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Live in Spain for over a month and earn 6 hours of Sociology/Criminology Credit!
SUMMER I, 2025! Study Cross-national Crime & Terrorism and International Law & Policing. OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS including entering and graduate students. Each class is only 2 hours weekdays. Spend weekends to exploring Spain and other countries!
Originator: Martha Smithey            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Academic * Departmental 

HackWesTX 2024
HackWesTX is the largest hackathon in West Texas hosted by Texas Tech University Chapter of the Google Developer Student Club (GDSC), Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), and Association for Computing Machinery Women's Chapter (ACM-W).
Originator: Cayden Henderson            Posted On :   8/14/2024
Student Organization 

Have any questions about the Digital Measure Faculty Review Process?
Need any help with your AFR? Join the OPA staff and have all of your questions answered!
Originator: Rigdon Yates            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Departmental 

Research Parties at the Library for Welcome Week
Enjoy food, raffle prizes, board games, coloring activities, put-put golf and more. And be sure to sign up for a spot in the book art activity at 3 p.m. Aug. 23.
Originator: Julie Barnett            Posted On :   8/15/2024
Arts & Entertainment