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Fiscal Year End 2024
Fiscal Year 2024 transactions should be submitted with department approval through the appropriate applications to Accounting Services by September 5th, FY24
Originator: Kerbi Miller            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Banner News and Tips for Employees 

19th Street Construction Update
Beginning in early August, construction activities will cause traffic changes along 19th St. between Ave. Q and University. Be aware that construction may impact travel time to and from Tech Plaza.
Originator: Katelynn Horton            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Banner News and Tips for Students * Banner News and Tips for Employees 

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 :   8/6/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

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 :   8/2/2024
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 :   8/6/2024
Academic 

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 :   8/6/2024
Academic 

Meet With a Life Coach Today
University Coaching is a FREE service for students to meet with a professional life coach and have a conversation about who you are, where you want to be, and how to get there. In person or Zoom appointments are available.

Originator: Claudea Hernandez            Posted On :   8/6/2024
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 :   8/5/2024
Academic 

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 :   8/6/2024
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 :   8/2/2024
Academic 

Complete Online Survey about Raider Red's Food Pantry to Win Amazon Gift Card
Undergraduate & Graduate students who have visited the food pantry needed to complete survey on the use of Raider Red's Food Pantry. Fill survey to win a $10 Amazon gift card. https://evaluate.ttu.edu/surveys/?s=MRAJNJ4M8NACDDPM

Originator: Mary Oyewole            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Research 

Casino Night 2024
Experience an evening of excitement with RISE and RHA, featuring casino games, prizes, vendors, karaoke, and entertainment!

Originator: Elizabeth Perry            Posted On :   8/2/2024
Arts & Entertainment 

Mark your calendar for RAIDER ROUNDUP!
Attend RAIDER ROUNDUP and enjoy FREE Whataburger and live music on Sunday, August 25th from 7-9 PM.
Originator: Student Engagement            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Arts & Entertainment * Departmental 

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 :   8/5/2024
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 :   8/5/2024
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 :   8/5/2024
Departmental * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

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 :   8/2/2024
Departmental 

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 :   8/6/2024
Research * Academic * Faculty/Staff Organization 

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 :   8/6/2024
Departmental * Human Resources Training 

The Re-Registration Process for Organizations is Open!
Is your Organization re-registered for the 2024-2025 school year?

Originator: Savannah Poehl            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Student Organization 

The Learning Center is HIRING Tutors for FALL 2024!
We are looking for the next great tutor(s)!
Originator: Pat Bohn            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Academic * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

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 :   8/6/2024
Research * Academic * Departmental 

Join us for our University Career Center Open House!
We are excited to invite you to our come-and-go open house event at the University Career Center on August 13, 2024. Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres, update your headshot in our photo booth, and learn more about our services.
Originator: Lauren Swanson            Posted On :   8/2/2024
Faculty/Staff Organization * Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

TOMORROW: THREE-VOLLEY SALUTE PLANNED ON CAMPUS
On Wednesday, Aug. 7, Texas Tech University, in coordination with the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 0900, will recognize Purple Heart Day during a ceremony at Memorial Circle at 9:30 a.m.
Originator: Allison Hirth            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Employee Announcements * Student Announcements * Faculty Announcements 

READY, SET, REGISTER for the 2024 Fall Symposium!
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the 2024 Fall Symposium
Originator: Jacy Enloe            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Research * Academic * Departmental 

Free Popsicles and Tie-Dye!
Cool down with University Coaching & Student Achievement! Stop by for a free popsicle and shirt to tie-dye. All supplies provided.

Originator: Claudea Hernandez            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Arts & Entertainment 

Fall 2024: CASC 3100 Leadership & Team Building
Are you interested in leadership and team building? Do you need upper-level hours? Look into CASC 3100 CRN 41325 offered Tuesdays from 3:30 pm-4:20pm
Originator: Justin Houser            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Academic 

Military Family Programming at the Museum of TTU
The Museum is offering special programming for military personnel and their families as part of the Blue Start Summer program.
Originator: Laura Ray            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Arts & Entertainment 

New Educational Incentive Pay Program Training
One-hour, training sessions will occur on August 13th and 27th @11:00am. Search "New Educational Incentive Pay Program" in Cornerstone to sign up!
Originator: Katelyn Maldonado            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Human Resources Training 

Secret Shoppers Needed | Must be an off-campus student without a Dining Plan!
Eat for free on campus weekly while completing anonymous surveys detailing your dining experiences at Hospitality Services locations! For more information, email Kyle Panon at kyle.panon@ttu.edu.

Originator: Kyle Panon            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

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 :   8/5/2024
Academic 

Pre-health majors: Learn about developing and evaluating health programs.
Register this fall for HUSC 3350, Special Topics in Human Sciences: Developing and Evaluating Health and Wellness Programs. Get the knowledge and skills to develop and evaluate health and wellness programs for individuals, families, and communities.
Originator: Paulina Velez Gomez            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Academic 

Want To Learn More About Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Are you curious about all of the hype around AI? In HUSC 4000-002, students will learn all about AI and its applications in Health & Human Sciences. Contact raul.palacios@ttu.edu for details.

Originator: Raul Palacios            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Academic 

Subjects Wanted for Sleep Study
Women and men are wanted to participate in research that will study the potential protective effect of stable sleep on blood vessel function following sleep loss.
Originator: Joaquin Gonzales            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Research 

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 :   8/6/2024
Academic * Departmental 

Unlock your future with German!
Boost your career readiness with German, available in person and asynchronous online.

Originator: Belinda Kleinhans            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Academic 

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 :   8/5/2024
Academic 

New Manual Check Request (MCR) Process Now Available
Payroll & Tax Services is excited to announce an enhancement to the process for submitting Manual Check Requests (MCRs).
Originator: Roman Valencia            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Departmental 

Working on a writing project over the summer intersession?
The UWC will offer limited numbers of asynchronous, written feedback consultations during summer intersession. No matter what writing project you're working on, we've got you covered!

Originator: Dustin Florence            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Academic 

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 :   8/5/2024
Research 

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 :   8/6/2024
Research 

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 :   8/6/2024
Academic 

Now Hiring!
Raider Red’s Food Pantry is seeking a motivated and energetic Undergraduate Student Assistant for a part-time position beginning in Fall 2024.

Originator: Isaiah Ortiz            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Weekend Intensive for Fall 2024! EPSY 5332 Educational Psychology and Learning
Learn about learning in this graduate-level course, as we review theories related to cognition and learning in educational settings. EPSY 5332 is offered on-campus over three weekends with additional content online.
Originator: Mary Hershberger            Posted On :   8/1/2024
Academic 

New graduate course "Environmental Sensitivity in Human Health" ONLINE Fall 2024
This online section of HUSC 5311 Problems in Human Sciences will bring an interdisciplinary lens to examine how individuals differ in their susceptibility to physical and social environmental influences on their health.
Originator: Sara Dodd            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Academic 

PAID RESEARCH-LUXURY CONSUMPTION BY MILLENNIALS AND GEN Z(STARBUCKS GIFT CARD)
Female participants born between 1990-2000 had luxury consumption within a year needed. A $10 Starbucks gift card will be provided. Complete the survey below if interested.
https://ttuhumansciences.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cNrssto47KtBHgO
Originator: Sanghee Kim            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Research 

IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH AND GET READY TO PUBLISH! TAKE ESL 5315 THIS FALL!
This hybrid-course prepares non-native speakers of English for graduate-level academic writing. The focus of the course is on writing papers for academic journals and professional conferences.
Originator: Yesim Kesli Dollar            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Academic 

Now Hiring!
Raider Relief - Advocacy and Resource Center is currently looking for a Graduate Student to start in Fall 2024.

Originator: Veronica Camarillo            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

Want to make a difference in the community this Fall? Check out FCSE 3303!
This service-learning designated course will have you conduct an educational program within the community. Register now! FCSE 3303-S01 (10973).


Originator: Ashlee Murden            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Academic 

NEW! Human Sciences Education & Training Grad Certificate
Designed for Human Sciences & FCSE students who want to enhance their knowledge, skillsets, and employment possibilities by adding expertise in education and training.
Originator: Ashlee Murden            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Academic 

Looking for an interesting, practical elective course? Need help with adulting?
FCSE 2300-Adulting 101, Real Skills for Real Life (CRN45804) has had more seats opened. See what immediately applicable skills you can gain for real life!
Originator: Ashlee Murden            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Academic 

Learn more about teaching and extension. Learn about FCSE!
Become an educator who can make a difference! Register for FCSE 2102-001 (10969): Introduction to FCS this FALL to learn more about Family and Consumer Sciences Education.
Originator: Ashlee Murden            Posted On :   8/6/2024
Academic 

Fall 2024 Digital Gaming Culture Class
Learn more about the history and culture of digital games and their impact on society in CMI 3375. No prereqs required!
Originator: Robert Cummins            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Academic 

Graduate Assistant | Program Evaluation Specialist with United Future Leaders
United Future Leaders (UFL) is seeking an individual interested in hands-on experience with evaluating a community-based youth development program.
Originator: Cecilia Nunez            Posted On :   8/5/2024
Student Employment/Career Opportunities 

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 :   8/6/2024
Research