RINK TO RANCH
Former hockey player embraces second passion with NRM degree
By BROOKE SWAFFIELD Staff Writer
After playing hockey for eight years at both a college and professional level, Joe Sheppard returned to his home state to pursue a new career path. The graduate ranch management major said he plans to oversee his family’s multi-generational ranch, Sheppard Farms.
“I didn’t live out there growing up, but it’s a big part of my childhood,” Sheppard said. “My grandparents lived out there, and right after high school my parents moved out there.”
Growing up around his family’s Cuero ranch, which was established in 1847, and in the hockey rinks in Dallas, Sheppard said his love and talent for the game quickly progressed. He decided to pursue hockey throughout high school, leading him to play in college.
“After high school I went to Canada and played for teams in northern Ontario and Nova Scotia,” Sheppard said. “After that I went to school at Bethel University in Minnesota for my undergraduate.”
After obtaining a political science and business degree with a minor in Spanish from Bethnal,
Sheppard went on to the Federal Prospects Hockey League and Southern Professional Hockey League, where he played for four years in New York, Illinois and Mississippi.
When looking at options on where to obtain his master’s degree, Sheppard said it seemed fitting that he apply to Texas Tech.
“My parents met at the law school here, so Tech has always been a part of our family,” Sheppard said. “This new program, the master’s in ranch management that the Davis College is starting to offer, is one of the few places in the country
that offers it.”
Although Sheppard has not spent time in the field at the ranch, he said he is excited to learn from professors within the department during the fieldwork portion of the program.
“My family’s ranch is important to my childhood,” Sheppard said. “I’m learning the ropes on how to properly manage everything, so, when I go back home, I’ll be prepared and educated to help do my part and be the seventh-generation rancher.”
Stalking occurrences increase on campus
By GRACE HAWKINS Staff Writer
Since the beginning of August, eight reports of stalking have been made to the Texas Tech Police Department, raising concerns about safety as the semester kicks into full swing.
Caitlynn Jeffries, Tech PD public information officer, said stalking cases often involve someone familiar to the victim.
“It’s very typical for it to be someone you know,” Jeffries said. “Typically it starts in a dating relationship, too. It could be the partner became jealous of the new partner, things like that. And it involves, sometimes, more than just the victim. It can be the victim’s family or friends.”
Jeffries said students should be aware of their surroundings and make sure they are paying attention to everything around them, especially with phones being a distraction.
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Fourteen bicycle thefts have been reported this semester, according to Texas Tech Police Department’s crime log.
Caitlynn Jeffries, Tech PD’s public information officer, said students can prevent these crimes through reporting suspicious activity, registering their vehicles through Transportation and Parking Services, and utilizing bicycle locks.
Acknowledging the difference in the number of students and officers, Jeffries said students who see suspicious activity, such as bicycles being stolen, can call the station to report.
When making a report, Jeffries detailed what Tech PD will usually ask for in order to make an accurate report.
“In that moment, (Tech PD) would need either a report from somebody saying that their bicycle was stolen,” Jeffries said, “or if you have it registered with Transportation and Parking, we can run the serial number and it comes back as (student’s) property we can easily say, ‘Okay, this is not that person’s bicycle.’” When locking up bicycles on campus, Jeffries said it is important to use the right type of lock.
“We try to tell students to put a lock on it, and don’t use the real cheap ones that can be cut easily,” Jeffries said. “You want to use those thick steel types of bike blocks.” In addition to bicycle thefts, students have also
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Texas Tech graduate student Joe Sheppard poses for a picture in front of the Texas Tech Seal Sept. 23, 2024. Sheppard played hockey for eight years in the college and professional level, coming to Tech to get his master’s degree in ranch management.
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“My family’s ranch is important to my childhood,” Sheppard said. “I’m learning the ropes on how to properly manage everything, so, when I go back home, I’ll be prepared and educated to help
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do my part and be the seventh-generation rancher.”
After being known as a hockey player while in college, Sheppard said his identity now includes his studies, not just the sport.
“I went to a small undergraduate school where hockey is the biggest sport, so I feel like now I can just go to class and be myself and talk to whoever is next to me and meet them that way, instead of someone maybe knowing me previously from the sport,” he said.
his skates in the professional league earlier this year, he still finds himself lacing them up every so often as an assistant coach for the Tech Hockey Club.
Sheppard said being a full-time student has been a change. After hanging up
“It’s been a great way to meet some students and use my knowledge to help them,” Sheppard said. “We don’t get on the ice as much as the other teams. The nearest rink is an hour and forty (minutes) each way, but I think our love for the game is as much as anyone.”
manage Sheppard Farms and become a seventh-generation rancher. Although it is a change of pace, he said he is excited for the future.
Sheppard is set to graduate in May of 2026 with his masters in ranch management. He said his plan is to
“My loves in life are hockey and agriculture, so as long as I’m nurturing one of those, I think I’ll be fine,” he said.
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Campus political groups prepare for election
By NOAH DAVILA Staff Writer
With the presidential election fewer than 50 days away, Texas Tech political student organizations are mobilizing to inform student voters.
The Nov. 5 elections will determine both the presidential race between Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, as well as the junior senator seat race between Senator Ted Cruz and Congressman Colin Allred.
“We are planning a nonpartisan voter registration campaign on main campus to bring the importance of voting directly to the Texas Tech student body,” said Malik Williams, recent law gradu-
ate and Lubbock County Democrats 52nd Precinct Chair.
Organizations at Texas Tech, such as the Young Conservatives of Texas (YCT), the Young Democrats of Lubbock (YDL) and the Double T Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA) have not officially endorsed any candidates, but rather have focused on helping voters make a personal and educated choice.
“YCT is strictly ‘principles over party,’” said Evan Mueller, Tech YCT co-chair. “If time permits, we will be hosting a meeting informing the organization’s members on how to get registered. We plan on hosting a meeting showing the policy and ideologies of each candidate.”
As part of their efforts, organizations along the political spectrum have taken to campus’ Free Speech Area to advocate for their positions and answer questions.
“We are not supporting either major candidate,” said Bethany Justice, Double T YDSA’s social media chair. “We feel they are both cogs in a machine. We’re focusing on educating citizens and giving space for them to find what’s important to them politically.”
More traditional means of voter outreach still are ongoing, however, with phone banks and volunteers still pounding the pavement.
YDL, a subsidiary of Lubbock County Democrats, encourages citizens to volunteer as poll workers and get in-
volved, democrat or not.
“The Young Democrats of Lubbock will be connecting with the electorate directly by block walking and phone banking,” Williams said. “We are mobilizing our members and supporters to bring others with them as they attend events dedicated to Democratic candidates up and down the ticket.”
With undecided voters making up 3 percent of the total, according to the August 2024 Franklin and Marshall poll, these non-partisan efforts reflect a shifting attitude away from focusing on established bases and party lines and toward advocating more directly to individual
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voter’s on both sides of the aisle.
“Get out and vote,” Mueller said. “Simple as that.”
For more information on these organizations, each group hosts weekly or monthly meetings.
YCT meets at 7 p.m. every Saturday in the Traditions Room of the Student Union Building, hosting student-led lectures and outside speakers.
The YDSA meets every second Friday of the month at 4:30 p.m. in the Media and Communication building, hosting presentations on socialism and world events.
The YDL and Lubbock County Democrats meet monthly at their party headquarters on 74th Street.
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UCC connects students, careers
By AUDREY BOISSONNEAULT Staff Writer
The College to Career program, hosted by the Texas Tech University Career Center, will pair students looking for experience in their fields with prospective internships.
The internships offered by the program are provided by Tech employees and community partners who are vetted and approved by the UCC, said Allison McCain, an associate director at the UCC.
“The College to Career program was started a couple years ago to help students get experience, but we wanted it to be a paid experience for the students,” McCain said. “So we decided to pay students $15 an hour to go and work for these employers.”
McCain said all spots for the fall semester have been filled, but students can apply for internships offered in the spring or next summer on the UCC website.
If accepted, students
will be walked through applying to internships, including creating a resume, cover letter or portfolio, depending on what the employer requires.
The UCC website has a resume guide for students not participating in its internship program.
McCain said she suggests putting any form of experience students have on their resume, no matter the type.
“Anything can be experience. So, even if you haven’t had direct experience in something that you want to go into, you can still find ways to communicate those in a way that is going to be impactful for that employer,” McCain said.
“Whether you worked at a restaurant or as a checkout clerk, there are still skills you can bring, like customer service or teamwork.”
In addition to the resume guide, the UCC will host a job fair on Oct. 2 in the Student Union Building Ballroom. Various businesses will offer job and internship opportunities to Red Raiders.
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Grounds Maintenance gives life to Tech campus
The Texas Tech Grounds Maintenance staff arrives before most students step foot on campus, preparing the university for the day.
Bradley Ashwell, managing director of Grounds Maintenance, is in charge of this operation. His job is to ensure all of the grounds team are in their proper places every morning, and said he and his team take much pride in beautifying campus for others.
“Staff first comes in, this time of year, at 7 (a.m.) A small few come in at 6 (a.m.) and begin getting campus ready for the day,” Ashwell said.
The Grounds Maintenance crew works before classes start out of safety for the students. Their primary job, Ashwell said, is to look for sinkholes, collect tree limbs, mend broken sprinkler heads and remove trash along with anything else that could be a hazard for students.
“It’s what everyone sees when you first visit Tech.
You see the grounds,” Ashwell said. “So that’s kind of like our big thing that we’re really proud of is trying to look good on the outside for students, prospective students, faculty and staff. This is why they do it.”
Not only does Ashwell understand the importance of sprucing up campus, but he said much of the grounds crew reflects the same attitude.
“We are here for the students,” Ashwell said. “We’re creating an environment for the students. Whether they come for a semester or for five or six years, whatever time it is to get their degrees, let us be a step in that process.”
At the end of the day, Ashwell said the priority is to make students feel proud of their home away from home.
“Our desire is to have an aesthetically pleasing, safe campus for students to call home,” Ashwell said.
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Sept. 15 marked the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month, a national observance that began in 1988, according to the National Museum of the American Latino. The month-long celebration distinguishes a period of time where people are encouraged to reflect on Hispanic heritage and honor the impact of Hispanic leaders.
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Moct ézuma honors family lessons, values
By MARIANNA SOURIALL Editor-in-ChiEf
Uriel Moctézuma came to Texas Tech carrying the life lessons he learned from his siblings.
As the youngest in the family, Moctézuma said his siblings already had lived much of their lives and were able to show him how to drive and play soccer. More than that, they taught him how to work hard and care for others.
Many of these lessons he uses as president of the Hispanic Student Society and in his role as a student ambassador for the College of Engineering in his fourth year at Tech.
“I just thank them, and I feel like I'm on top of their shoulders,” Moctézuma said.
“I take nothing for granted, and everything they do and say I take to heart.”
Yolanda Catalan, his mother, often was working to provide for her four children, Moctézuma said, so his siblings frequently served as secondary role models in his home.
Despite her busy schedule, Moctézuma said he still learned many things from his mother, most notably, never to settle. Catalan immigrated
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to the United States after earning her associate’s degree in Mexico and working a full-time teaching position.
His mother, at the age of 21, simply knew there was more in life, Moctézuma said, and her ambition is something he always will admire.
“She is superhuman in my eyes,” Moctézuma said. “I don't know how she did it. … She was always straight as an arrow, and I think being able to see that growing up has taught me that if you work hard enough, you really can eat and have a sustainable and consistent life.”
Having grown up in Houston learning the importance of a strong work ethic, Moctézuma said he knew college was always something he wanted to pursue, and the application process was a bit easier knowing he could lean on his sister.
Margarita Abarca, is the oldest sibling and a firstgeneration graduate. She said her brother got lucky as she had not only graduated but worked at a high school where college resources were readily available.
“I am so incredibly proud of him, and I don't think he
believes it every time I tell him, but I really am,” Abarca said. “He's just been such a great person in general. He's a good friend. He's a good brother. He's a good son, and I'm just so proud of not only the student he is, but also just the human that he is.”
When Moctézuma became HSS president a few years after his college acceptance, he said the role afforded him an opportunity to give back to others, similar to how his siblings — Carlos and Margarita Abarca and Leonardo Catalan — taught him.
“Nobody's perfect, but if
you have the desire, if you have a drive for something, I think just go for it,” Moctézuma said. “For me, it was HSS, you know? I just want to help people, and I think HSS gives me the opportunity to help people,” No matter where Moctézuma goes, he said he always will appreciate the values and guidance his family gave him.
“Being able to lean on my siblings whenever I needed help, I don't know, it was a good experience, you know?” Moctézuma said. “I wouldn't have traded it for anything else.”
Mariachi Los Matadores promotes diversity
By ELIJAH FARIAS Staff WritEr
In the basement of the Texas Tech Music Building, students can be seen tuning their instruments and reading sheets of music that represent Mexican culture.
Lauryn Salazar, director of Mariachi Los Matadores and associate professor of Musicology, said there have been many variations of mariachi groups on campus, but Mariachi Los Matadores originally started as a worldmusic ensemble class, and mariachi was only supposed to last one semester.
The class was popular enough that it later became part of the curriculum.
“There was in the late 90s, early 2000s something called Mariachi Raider Rojos, and that was a student-led student group,” Salazar said. “I've heard from alumni that there have been other iterations in the 80s, but again, mostly as student groups. So Mariachi Los Matadores is a formal class for credit as a part of the School of Music.”
The class mission was to increase diversity within the university at the time, Salazar said, when the diversity
departments saw mariachi programs starting to boom in state high schools.
The diversity offices reached out to the School of Music to help fund a new mariachi program to help make Tech a Hispanic Serving Institution at the time and recruit more Hispanic students, Salazar said.
“We may not have diversity offices anymore, but we still have a significant Hispanic population, and this is one of those programs that serves that mission,” Salazar said. “Now, with that being said, you do not have to be Hispanic to be a member of the group. I have students of all ethnic backgrounds who are in it just for the love of the music.”
Julia Gutierrez, a secondyear music education doctorate student from El Paso, said she taught mariachi for 12 years and thought the class was a way to get better at the style and technique.
“It's been amazing. I'm learning so much,” Gutierrez said. “It's really nice to kind of switch gears from classical playing to the mariachi style, and everyone in the class is really friendly.”
Gutierrez said it means
a lot to her to be a part of Mariachi Los Matadores, especially with how much her culture is represented in today's society.
“I didn't have this kind of opportunity when I was doing my undergrad 20 years ago. Having a mariachi ensemble in colleges is pretty much a very recent thing,” Gutierrez said. “So being able to actually get in touch with my culture, instead of having it being put down like it was, you know, 20 years ago, is really freaking amazing.”
Salazar said it is important to have a class like this because it is able to decolonize the curriculum and go beyond a Western or Eurocentric paradigm. She said mariachi is one of those ensembles and classes that is able to do just that and represent a culture in the process.
“Oftentimes I'll get students who are taking Spanish classes, and so they want to sing in Spanish. And then for students who are of Hispanic heritage, it's one of the few programs on campus where it's a celebration of one's culture,” Salazar said.
The class can be taken by undergraduates and gradu-
ate students alike, Salazar said.
“We have students who range from freshmen all the way to Ph.D., and we have students from all majors across the university,” Salazar said.
The School of Music recently initiated a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in mariachi, and Salazar said there are many benefits to students wanting to pursue a career in the genre.
“Right now, we are in a time where mariachi is growing outside of the academy, just organically, and so there are definitely going to be even more opportunities beyond teaching,” Salazar said.
“It's already happening. We need studio musicians, musicians for films, television, radio. So the industry itself is growing, which means there's only going to be more demand for qualified mariachi musicians in the future.”
Students interested in the mariachi class can enroll during the class sign-up enrollment periods. Scholarships are also available for undergraduate and graduate students interested in the class, Salazar said.
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Uriel Moctézuma poses for a photo Sept. 22, 2024.
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“People that become victims of crimes are typically not aware of their surroundings and not paying attention to what’s going on,” Jeffries said. “So if you’re aware, you can prevent a lot of that from happening.”
The Title IX Office and TTPD each do separate investigations for stalking, sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking cases. Jeffries said it can take months to years to officially close a case, however immediate resources are still available through both parties.
“There was one that I investigated, and it took at least six, five to six months before we were able to get to the District Attorney’s office,” Jeffries said. “And we had a lot of
experienced theft of bicycle parts such as wheels or seats. To prevent this, Ella Davis, a bicycle tech at University Recreation’s Outdoor Pursuits Center, said students can utilize duct tape or brightly colored electrical tape to make them more recognizable and easier for police to identify.
Davis, a second-year computer science major from Dallas, said bicycles left out for long periods of time have a higher chance of losing parts to theft, as
evidence handed in for that one, so it can take a lot longer.”
A Tech student, who chose to remain anonymous, was stalked during their freshman year of college. .
“I felt uneasy every time they would contact me,” the student said. “Even though I blocked them, they would use an app to make new numbers and continue texting me.”
one is either surveilling another person, tapping into their socials or digitally watching them,” Regalado said. “And it causes that person fear, or fear for those around them. It becomes a distress.”
Even though I blocked them, they would use an app to make new numbers and continue texting me.
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Andrea Regalado, a civil rights investigator for Tech’s Title IX office, said stalking cases can be filed after only two instances, according to the State of Texas’ definition.
“We say two or more instances where some -
they are identified as easy targets.
“If you keep your bike outside your dorm, and you ride like once a month,” Davis said, “anyone who is looking to steal a bike or bike parts is going to notice that it looks like that bike has been abandoned, and they’re probably going to go for that.”
Sophie Castillo, a firstyear kinesiology major from Pleasanton, said she noticed three bicycle seats in a row were stolen from Knapp Hall. Her own bicycle seat was stolen after not using her bicycle
Once students report their case to Title IX, they meet with a case manager to discuss the situation and explore support options. They adjust daily routines and switch up housing arrangements, bus routes or parking locations.
The student and case manager also make a safety plan involving establishing safe places and
for three weeks.
“I realized that the seat was missing, and that two other people’s (bicycles) on the rack were missing their seats, too,” Castillo said. “I feel like it’s happening all around campus. Not just seats, but tires.”
Jeffries said the primary issue with bicycle theft is knowing how to protect your property.
“If you see something, say something. That’s the main thing I want to voice on,” Jeffries said. “Get your bicycles registered and make sure you’re locking them up.”
people.
“We try to put them in the safest place possible,” Regalado said. “We remind them when they feel unsafe to look for those blue lights and watch where those cameras are. Be somewhere that you’re always being watched, even if it’s after hours.”
If the cases progress after these steps, Title IX is authorized to issue a no-contact order — a non-punitive support measure to warn both parties to stop all contact. This document is important in stalking cases because of the struggle of receiving a restraining order, Regalado said.
“We’re basically saying stop. You’re not to have any contact with this person. Do not call them, do not reach out, do not send somebody else, nothing,” Regalado said. “But sometimes, if a no-contact order is not
enough, the student can file a formal complaint, which is more serious.”
In a recent case, Regalado said, the victim was part of an organization that had regular meetings in a certain place on campus. The victim began noticing an ex-partner’s car parked outside of the meeting, and she felt concerned for her safety.
“I always say to take a picture of it,” Regalado said. “At first she thought it was a coincidence, but then, when that kept happening, that’s when we get involved and we try to stop it.”
Regalado said cases where victims did not know their stalkers are semi-rare on college campuses.
“What we have to do as investigators is start documenting. And we also tell students to document every time they see
their stalker,” she said. “Because then it’s a clear sign that they are showing up in all these certain places.”
Regalado said it’s difficult to navigate cases when both students have a right to be on campus.
“It’s really hard, because a lot of times these students have a right to be where they are on campus,” she said. “That’s what’s very hard to explain to a lot of these complainants.”
Many students feel scared or embarrassed to report crimes to Title XI, Regalado said.
“We want to support the students,” she said. “We want to make sure that they’re getting their education still, that they’re able to be successful. We don’t want to force them into it, but we also talk about the realistic.”
The DT Crossword: ‘Falling into Place’
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5. Siesta
8. Good material for wine barrels, or a tree known for its large size
11. Length times width
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38. Song by Nat King Cole, or what
1-, 8-, 20-, 57-, 62- and 64-across drop this time of year
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32. Channel for old films
33. Sprinted
34. Web link
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38. ”Et cetera”
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40. Important stat in many RPGs
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42. Mushrooms used in Asian cuisine
45. ”Gross!”
46. What wags behind a dog
47. Insurance company known for its duck mascot
48. British slang for “man” 49. Repair, as clothes
51. Metric measurement of volume
54. Bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, or a common insect pest
55. Hand-cleaning bar
21. Happy Birthday Ty Kaplan !
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1. Two-bedroom units: Ideal for roommates, these units offer shared living spaces and ample room for individual comfort and privacy.
2. Three-bedroom units: Perfect for students seeking a bit more space and privacy while still enjoying the benefits of communal living.
3. Four-bedroom units: The Holly’s four-bedroom units are the ultimate choice for larger groups of friends or students who prefer spacious living
arrangements.
The Holly has redefined student housing near Tech by providing an array of amenities that enhance the college experience. Whether you’re looking to break a sweat at the gym, enjoy a cup of coffee, dive into your studies or have some recreational fun, The Holly offers it all.
With three different floorplans accommodating various needs, this gated community truly understands the unique requirements of students, making it the top choice for those seeking an unparalleled living experience during their college years. Make The Holly your home away from home and elevate your time at Tech.
COURTESY OF THE HOLLY
The Holly offers two -, three - and four bedroom floor plans to best serve the needs of students.
COURTESY OF THE HOLLY
The Holly provides spacious, state-of-the-art facilities for the convenience and comfort of its residence.
Why settle for less when you can have The ONE?
The ONE exceeds the college apartment expectation. We
Lubbock
Matadors soccer team and help house them every year.
The amenities are endless at The One. We offer a state-of-the-art fitness center, resort-style pool, sand volleyball, basketball court, tennis court and an onsite dog park.
Being the best student housing in Lubbock, we
have a lot of facilities that help our students grow to their full potential and academics. We have individual study rooms as well as free printing with our computer bar. Need a caffeine fix?
We have a coffee station for those late-night study sessions and early mornings, so come by and grab a cup.
With plenty of options to choose from we offer one- to four-bedroom floor plans. Our apartments come fully equipped with a variety of furniture
We are the perfect option for you if you are looking for a convenient and cost-efficient upgrade from dorm life. The ONE is centrally located at 1002 Frankford Ave., with many dining, shopping and recreational options located nearby. For more information, visit our website at theonelubock.com or call us at 806-785-4088.
The ONE off-campus student housing lifestyle is second to none and the perfect place to call home.
COURTESY OF THE ONE
The ONE offers one-to four-bedroom floor plans to choose from with a variety of furniture packages.
COURTESY OF THE ONE
The ONE has many accommodations, such as a state-of-the-art fitness center, resort-style pool, an onsite dog park, sand volleyball, basketball and tennis courts at 1002 Frankford Ave.
Students create memories at Centre Suites
A bustling hub of home, work and play where locally inspired flavor can be found everywhere, you are part of a welcoming community when you live at Centre Suites, 2300 Glenna Goodacre Blvd.
Located in Lubbock, just moments from the Texas Tech University campus, Centre Suites is community living that invites you to find your place.
Feel free to stop by -we’d love to see you.
Choosing your new apartment is important. It’s where you’ll host your first game-day party (go #redraiders). It’s where you’ll spend time with the friends you’ll have for the rest of your life. Your first apartment is responsible for memories you’ll look back on fondly for years
to come. Centre Suites wants to be there for you every step of the way.
We provide the best offcampus student housing in Lubbock, right across the street from Texas Tech.
We have a friendly on-site staff and amazing amenities that’ll have you excited to spend the weekend at home.
Hang out with friends in our sparkling pool or in game room after a study session in our study center complete with computers and printing. Other amenities include hot tub; on-site maintenance; TV lounge; dog park; gas grills; high-speed internet; clubhouse; and a state-of-the-art fitness center.
Centre Suites offers
pet-friendly studio, one-, two and three-bedroom apartments. Furniture and renovated apartments are available.
Moving in has never been easier. Here at Centre Suites, you can walk into your apartment for the first time and know the hard part is already done -your lights are already on, your modern appliances are ready for use.
The Lubbock community is full of life and provides the modern conveniences needed for the college lifestyle. The Centre at Overton Park is at the heart of it all. Our community, surrounded by restaurants, shopping and Jones AT&T Stadium, is waiting to welcome you home. Come by for a visit or call us at 806-747-7700.
COURTESY OF CENTRE SUITES
The Centre Suites apartment complex is located on the corner of Glenna Goodacre Boulevard and Avenue X, offering various amenities such as a study room, hot tub, dog park and more.