Raider Life 2020

Raider Life 2020 The student and parent guide to life at Texas Tech THE DAILY TOREADOR • TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY • LUBBOCK, TEXAS

Dining options provide numerous choices Pg. 3

Recreation Center helps keep students active Pg. 13

First-year programs support student success Pg. 14

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Raider Life - Summer 2020 ON-CAMPUS DINING ­— PG. 3

COUNSELING — PG. 6

STUDENT GOVERNMENT — PG. 7

TOREADOR MEDIA— PG. 10

ON-CAMPUS HOUSING — PG. 10

GREEK LIFE ­— PG. 12

REC CENTER — PG. 13

FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE — PG. 14

CAREER CENTER— PG. 15

Raider Life 2020 Staff: Editors Chase Seabolt Mallory Rosetta Director Susan Peterson

Advertising Manager Andrea Watson Editorial Advisers Sheri Lewis Andrea Watson

Unless otherwise credited, all photos in this issue were taken by Toreador Media Photography. Courtesy photos were provided by the department submitting the corresponding content.

The cover page was designed and the cover photo was taken by Chase Seabolt.

Raider Life is a special student publication for incoming and transfer stu-

dents and their families produced by Toreador Media’s The Daily Toreador at Texas Tech University in Lubbock.

Questions, comments and concerns may be directed to:

Where do I get my copy of The Daily Toreador?

Texas Tech University Student Media Box 43081 Lubbock, TX 79409 (806) 742-3388

Jerry S. Rawls College of Business Adminstration • 2 locations

Engineering Center • 1 location

Terry Fuller Petroleum Engineering • 1 location

Holden Hall Main Entrances • 2 locations

Math • 1 location Also available in Science building

Chemistry • 1 location Also available in Biology building

Map courtesy of Office of Space Planning & Graphics

There are more than 90 pick-up locations on campus. Find one in your residence hall or in any of your academic buildings.

Robert H. Ewalt Student Recreation Center • 2 locations

College of Media & Communication; Student Media • 2 locations

Texas Tech Library • 2 locations

Student Union Building Main Entrances • 2 locations

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HOSPITALITY

Dining options provide numerous choices Hospitality Services invites students to experience award-winning dining choices and delicious food option all across campus. Dining plans put Dining Bucks on your Tech ID that can be used to purchase anything from full meals to snacks at any of the Hospitality Services locations, featuring more than 50 dining options.

Dining plans provide students discounts on food items purchased. The discounts vary with the dining location and dining plan.

Food can be ordered from participating Hospitality Services locations using the Grub Hub app. Download Grub Hub from the iTunes app store or Google Play to browse menus and order food for pickup or delivery.

Following is a list of places to dine on campus. Hours and options are subject to change. An updated list is available at hospitality.ttu.edu.

With a dining plan, your on-campus choices are endless: •The Fresh Plate Food Emporium at Bledsoe/Gordon offers a variety of hot entrées including made-to-order burgers, a pizza bar, cooked to order Asian wok and Italian pasta line among many other choices.

•The Market at Stangel/Murdough features a variety of dine-in/carry-out entrées available via self-ordering kiosks in a food court. The Market features the first Fazoli’s® on a college campus which offers authentic Italian foods and dishes. The Corner Market features a wide variety of convenience items.

•Sam’s Place Mini-markets & Express kiosks feature convenient locations offering quick cuisine.

•Sam’s Place at Murray •Sam’s Place Poolside at the Leisure Pool •Sam’s Place at Sneed

•Sam’s Place at the Student Union •Sam’s Place at Wall/Gates •Sam’s Place West at the Wiggins Complex •Sam’s Express at Engineering •Sam’s Express at Holden Hall •Sam’s Express at the Health Science Center •Sam’s Express at the Law School •Sam’s Express at the Library •Sam’s Express at Media & Communication •Sam’s Express at Petroleum Engineering The Student Union offers a number of savory choices: •1923 — serving upscale sandwiches, flatbread pizzas and gourmet hot dogs •Paciugo® Gelato — a smoothie and authentic Italian gelato cafe •Red’s Donut Shoppe — donuts made fresh daily, fresh squeezed orange juice, and kolaches •Sam’s Place Mini-market •Smart Choices — a healthy, fresh alternative to fast food •Union Bistro — an upscale eatery that offers all-day breakfast, Boar’s Head® sandwiches and specialty coffees and entrées •The Union Plaza •Chick-fil-A® — serving full menu •Center Sweets — coffee, shakes and more •Grab-n-Go Choices •Metro Deli •Raider Pit BBQ •Sbarro Pizza® •Union Grill •Zi — serves up hand-rolled sushi by Sushi with Gusto® and traditional Asian entrées More choices across campus include: •Starbucks in the Honors Residence Hall •Rawls College of Business •Einstein Bros.® Bagels

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Students place their orders at The Market at Stangel/Murdough on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. The Market provides kiosks that give students the access of ordering and customizing their meals with ease.

•Chick-fil-A® featuring breakfast •The Commons at Talkington Hall First level of The Commons •Einstein Bros.® Bagels •Greens & Things •Grillz •Khan’s Mongolian Grill •Kluck’rs •Parrillas Second Level of The Commons •The Commons All-You-Care-to-Eat features

grilled entrées, pizza, pasta, salad, southwest favorites and more.

Other options available at: •Quiznos® at the Burkhart Center •StrEat — Tech’s first food truck popping up all over campus.

•Raider Exchange at West Campus serves up a variety of food choices for students on the go.

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ EatAtTexasTech.

RISE

Red to Black assists students RISE offers prevention education, in achieving financial success risk intervention help to students Red to Black® Peer Financial Coaching is a student organization that answers students’ money questions. Comprised of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral students majoring in personal financial planning, we provide financial education and awareness to students through individual coaching sessions, presentations, outreach booths and resource referrals.

Our goal is to help get students from out of the red and into the black in their personal finances. If students have questions about how much money they will need each month, about credit scores

and reports, how student loans work or elements pertaining to their first day of work, we can help. Our coaching sessions are free and can either be face-to-face or online.

We empower students so that they can achieve their financial goals.

Instructors, if you are interested in scheduling a presentation for your class, email us at redtoblack@ttu.edu.

Students, if you are interested in setting up an appointment with a peer financial coach, visit our website at www.r2b.ttu.edu.

The Risk Intervention and Safety Education office exists to empower Texas Tech students to live vital, meaningful lives through comprehensive prevention education. We promote a campus culture that values holistic wellness by educating students to make informed choices and treat each other with respect.

RISE offers programs for students in several areas, including Alcohol and Other Drugs, Bystander Intervention (Raiders Respond), Stress Management, Sex Education, Violence Prevention, Consent Education and Healthy

Relationships. We also refer students to other on-campus resources in order to best serve their needs during their time at Tech.

For more information, visit www.rise. ttu or call 806-742-2110.

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STUDENT UNION BUILDING

SAB encourages student involvement

The Student Activities Board encourages student involvement.

SAB plans free events for the students of Texas Tech. SAB is a student-led organization comprised of five committees that work together to provide quality programs for students.

Traditional Campus-Wide Events Arbor Day Arbor Day is a campus beautification program pioneered by Tech President Bradford Knapp in 1938.

It provides the opportunity for students, faculty and staff to join together to beautify the Tech campus, to build a sense of community and to receive recognition.

Diversity Week A week dedicated to celebrating and understanding the importance

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Students put their Guns Up and pose for a picture during a concert hosted by the Student Activities Board in the spring. of diversity throughout the community and Tech. Join student organizations and departments across campus to celebrate diversity all week long.

Homecoming The Spirit & Traditions committee plans events for Tech Homecoming Week each fall. Traditional events include S.O. Sing, a parade

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and the crowning of the Homecoming Court.

Late Night Movies Each Thursday and Friday when classes are in session, a movie is shown in the SUB

Escondido Theatre at 10 p.m.

Admission is free and Hospitality Services provides free popcorn for attendees. See the current movie schedule at www.sab.ttu.edu.

RaiderGate: A Student Tailgate Tradition SAB hosts a student tailgate experience before home football games. Each year nearly 10,000 Tech students attend one of the largest pre-game events on campus. Passes are free but must be reserved in advance at www.raidergate.ttu.edu.

Tech-or-Treat Tech-or-Treat is a Halloween carnival that provides a safe alternative to trick or treating and is staffed by Tech student organizations, sororities, fraternities and campus departments.

To find out more about SAB and how to join, visit www.sab.ttu.edu. Student Activities and SAB provide students with leadership training and hands-on learning as they select, plan, implement and evaluate campus programs. Follow us on social media @TexasTechSAB.

LGTBQIA

SUB provides many services Advocacy, support, inclusivity key focuses of LGBTQIA office

The Student Union Building is the community center for Texas Tech students, faculty, staff, alumni, retirees and guests.

The SUB provides a place for the Tech community to come together for campus events, educational opportunities and services that enhance student development and enrich the Red Raider experience.

The SUB is located near the Texas Tech Library and the Administration building.

SUB guest services offer: • 24-hour automated teller machines • Allen and Escondido theaters • Information Center • IT Help Desk • Pool and ping-pong tables

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Reservable meeting rooms • Student Collaboration Area • Student Organization Involvement Center • Study rooms • Student computer lab • Wireless internet Student Activities office showcases: • Arbor Day • C o m m u n i t y o u t reach • Homecoming Week • RaiderGate: A Student Tailgate Tradition • Student Activities Board University departments: • Center for Campus Life • Dean of Students Office

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Parent & Family Relations • Student Government Association • Student Legal Services • Student Rights & Resolution Center • Transition & Engagement • TTU Police SUB Station Retail facilities include: • Eleven unique Hospitality Services dining options • B a r n e s & N o b l e Bookstore and Starbucks Café • CopyMail • Prosperity Bank • University ID Center For more information about the SUB, visit www. sub.ttu.edu and follow us on social media @TTUSUB.

The Office of LGBTQIA Education & Engagement serves the Texas Tech community through facilitation and leadership of programming and advocacy efforts aimed at strengthening the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA) community. The office also serves as a resource for members of the university community in their practice of “allyship.”

Tech takes seriously our institutional commitment to an inclusive educational environment as reflected by our 4.5-star ranking on the Campus Pride Index and prominent placement on the Athletic Equality Index through Athlete Ally.

We d e m o n s t r a t e t h i s through our policies, practices, programming and sense

of pride.

For more information, visit www.lgbtqia.ttu.edu or call 806-742-5433.

Key dates for Fall 2020: LGBTQIA Welcome Week Brunch, Aug. 28; Pride Week, Oct. 5-9; and Trans Remembrance Vigil and Celebration of Life, Nov. 19.

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An audience member looks at “The Gender Unicorn” handout during the Ignite! meeting hosted by the LGBTQIA Office in the University Library on Feb. 19, 2020. The first event for fall 2020 will be the Welcome Brunch on Aug. 28.

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PARENT AND FAMILY RELATIONS

Resources available to help parents, families support students

PHOTOS COURTESY OF PARENT AND FAMILY RELATIONS

LEFT: Families pose in Jones AT&T Stadium during Family Weekend. RIGHT: Red Raiders and their siblings pose for a photo during Sibling Saturday.

Texas Tech appreciates families and wants them to be engaged and informed about the various programs and services available. Parent and Family Relations provides programs and services that engage and inform parents and families to support student success at Tech.

Parent and Family Relations provides a free monthly e-newsletter that covers a variety of information, including student involvement opportunities, events and programs for students, as well as ways to support students and get involved. To subscribe to the e-newsletter, visit www.parent.ttu.edu.

Parent and Family Relations offers bus trips home

for Thanksgiving, the Winter Semester Break and Spring Break. Working with BreakShuttle, these trips offer students from the Dallas/Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Houston and (Thanksgiving only) El Paso areas a safe way to travel home over these breaks.

Registration for the bus trips opens at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters.

Family Days and Family Weekend are weekends throughout the year where we encourage families to visit Tech and reconnect with their students. Family Weekend 2020 will be the weekend starting Thursday, Oct. 15, when Tech plays Baylor in football. Discounted tickets to the game

as well as other campus and Lubbock community activities will be available for the whole family. Make your hotel reservations now, as hotels in Lubbock fill up quickly (keep this in mind for graduation, too).

Can’t make it to Family Weekend? Family Days are times we encourage parents and family members to visit their students on weekends when Tech or Lubbock community events are happening. Most Family Days will offer free events for families to attend as well as more unstructured time to spend with your Red Raiders.

More information about Family Days can be found at go.ttu.edu/familydays.

Sibling Saturday is a weekend designed for stu-

dents and their siblings between the ages of 8 and 15.

Fun activities are planned that focus on academics, campus life and athletics.

This event takes place during the spring semester.

The Parent and Family Relations website provides access to e-newsletters and publications, information about safety, resources for students, graduation and more. For more information about these programs or any questions you might have, go to www.parent. ttu.edu, call 806-742-3630 or email at parent@ttu.edu.

Parent and Family Tips Parent and Family Relations aims to provide parents and family members with information and resources that will help them

stay informed about what is going on at Tech, learn how to support their students and connect with other Tech parents and families. Parent and Family Relations recommends parents and family members stay an active part of their students’ lives.

Consider doing the following to ensure students feel supported: • Call/email/visit your student • Send a care package • Visit your student during Family Weekend or a Family Day in the fall • Make a note of when your student has exams, ask how they felt about them and offer encouragement • Talk with your student about sharing academic

progress with you • Discuss budgeting and who will be paying for what during college • Sign up for the Parent & Family e-newsletter at www.parent.ttu.edu Parent and Family Guide This guide is a comprehensive collection of information, advice, phone numbers and addresses created for parents. The guide, published in both English and Spanish, is available online at www. parent.ttu.edu.

To contact Parent and Family Relations, go to room 201 in the Student Union Building, call 806742-3630, email parent@ ttu.edu or visit www.parent. ttu.edu.

STUDENT HEALTH

Student Health Services offered on campus

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The Student Wellness Center is located on the corner of Flint Avenue and Main Street on the Texas Tech campus. Through this facility, Student Health offers services to Tech students.

Student Health Services is the primary care facility located conveniently on Texas Tech’s campus. The clinic is staffed with board-certified physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners and is able to treat most medical needs.

Student Health Services is located in the first floor of the Student Wellness Center at the corner of Main and Flint, next to Carpenter/Wells Residence Hall.

Services are available by appointment from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday. More than 150 primary care appointments are available each day.

Student Health providers also are available for urgent care

virtual visits through MyTeamCareNow. Virtual visits are available on-demand and can be accessed 24/7 for a flat fee to be paid at the time of the visit.

The clinic accepts most health insurance plans. Academic HealthPlans health insurance is available to students.

More information can be found at https://ttu.myahpcare.com.

Pharmacy, radiology and lab services also are conveniently located in the Student Wellness Center. The pharmacy can fill most prescriptions, including those written by an outside physician or transferred from another pharmacy. Over-thecounter medications are also

available at competitive prices.

For more information about Student Health Services, visit depts.ttu.edu/studenthealth.

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TEXAS TECH PARENTS ASSOCIATION

TTPA strengthens family connections Since 1956, the Texas Tech Parents Association has supported the mission of Texas Tech.

A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, the TTPA strives to strengthen the relationship between Tech and parents of the university’s students; promote the academic and personal growth of students; and enhance the parent and student experience by engaging families as active partners in supporting student success. To accomplish these goals, the organization offers: • Scholarships — Approximately $40,000 in competitive scholarships are awarded to entering freshmen, transfer students and undergraduates each spring.

• Student Awards — The organization recognize outstanding student achievement awards to a student from each of the colleges on campus. Each recipient receives a plaque and honorarium.

• Faculty Awards — Excellence in teaching is celebrated through five distinguished awards. Each recipient receives a plaque and honorarium. Student and faculty award recipients are recognized at the organization’s Recognition Breakfast each spring.

• P a r e n t Vo l u n t e e r Awards — Each fall, the

TTPA honors Volunteer(s) of the Year for outstanding contribution and involvement in the organization.

The Kathleen Bennett Bruner Distinguished Service Award, given when merited, recognizes a parent who has provided extraordinary service to the university community and the TTPA. • Road Raiders Safe Travel Network — This service, a favorite of many, involves Road Raiders (parents and other adult family members of Tech students) who provide assistance to students when they are traveling.

• Parent Ambassador Program — The TTPA partners with the university to share experiences of being a Red Raider parent to support the greater success of the student body.

• Chapters — The TTPA offers numerous chapters to provide unique opportunities for parents to get involved, stay connected with their students and become more informed about Tech. Chapters are located throughout Texas, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, Houston, San Antonio and El Paso.

• Military Families Program — One of the TTPA’s newest programs, the MFP is designed to honor our

military and veteran families and help connect them to the university’s services and programs.

• Family Weekend — Scheduled this year for the weekend of Oct. 15, Family Weekend is one of the more exciting events sponsored by the TTPA. This year ’s observance will be centered around the Texas Tech vs.

Baylor football game, which is a Thursday night event.

“Tech Parents is de scribed as the hallmark of family connections at Texas Tech,” said Joyce Zachman, the organization’s CEO. “We know that an appropriate balance of parent engagement results in happier, healthier, more successful students. TTPA provides the setting for that engagement.”

Membership in the TTPA is open to families and friends of Tech undergraduate and graduate students — past, present and admitted. The TTPA is housed in Varsity Bookstore, located at 1305 University Ave., one block from the university’s main entrance. The office is on the second floor.

For more information on the TTPA, visit texastechparents.site-ym.com, call 806-412-4722 or look for the Texas Tech Parents Association on Facebook.

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Students and their families take turns playing games in the Student Union Building at the TTPA’s annual Family Fun Night on Oct. 4, 2019.

STUDENT COUNSELING CENTER

Mental, emotional health services available The Student Counseling Center offers multiple services to ensure that students can successfully address their emotional and mental health needs.

The SCC is located in Room 201 of the Student Wellness Center at the corner of Main Street and Flint Avenue, next to Carpenter/ Wells Residence Hall.

The Student Counseling Center offers shortterm services to address a wide variety of student concerns. These concerns may include adjusting to college, relationship loss, coping with grief, eating

disorders, anxiety, depression, stress management, gender identity and sexual assault. Counseling also is available for students experiencing a recent crisis or traumatic situation.

The SCC’s MindSpa facility is available for students to learn various stress management techniques. The MindSpa includes a relaxation room with a massage chair and a Mind and Body room that provides interactive learning to facilitate stress management.

Suicide prevention training, called QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer), is a skills-

based program designed to provide hope to those in crisis. The SCC offers free QPR training for interested faculty, staff and students of the TTU community.

Participants learn how to intervene and get help for someone in a suicidal crisis.

Initiating services at the Student Counseling Center is easy. Students can walk in (no appointment necessary) for an initial screening from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

Continuing appointments and hours of operation are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

TECH TULIPS

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A row of tulips bloomed on March 9, 2020, near Memorial Circle. Every spring, the tulips bloom at numerous locations across campus, adding an early sign of spring.

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STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

2020-21 SGA executive officer introductions Hunter Heck

Student body president Hello, Red Raiders. My name is Hunter Heck, and it is my deepest honor to serve as your student body president for the 2020-21 school year.

I am a senior philosophy and Spanish major from Panhandle. Since becoming involved in Student Government Association, I have served as an at-large senator and member of several committees. My other areas of campus involvement have included the TTU Honors College, Mortar Board, the All-Girl Cheerleading Squad, Redeemer College Ministry, Foundation Retreat and the Honors College First-Year Experience Mentorship Program. I also was crowned the 2019 Homecoming Queen.

Hunter Heck

To prepare for this position, I have worked in both the United States Senate and Tech Office of the President.

My passion for serving our Red Raider family is what has driven me to join student government and I

look forward to working with our students and administration to implement lasting solutions that enhance our campus and community.

Texas Tech University has become our home, and it is my goal to ensure our campus is a space in which all students feel safe, connected and empowered to make a difference.

If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please feel free to contact me at hunter.heck@ttu.edu or drop by the SGA office in the Student Union Building, Room 302.

Wreck ’em.

Faisal Al-Hmoud External vice president

Hello, Red Raiders. My name is Faisal Al-Hmoud, and it is an honor to serve as your external vice president.

I am a sophomore economics and finance dual major with a minor in Spanish. I have lived parts of my life in Jordan as well as Brazil, but I have lived most of my life in Lubbock, where I graduated from Lubbock High School in 2017.

During my time at Texas Tech, I have involved myself with SGA through various outlets, serving as the Public Relations chair in the Freshmen Leadership Association, Arts and Sciences senator as well as its committee’s vicechair and the Budget and Finance Committee. Further, I am involved with Phi Delta

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Theta, the Interfraternity Council, Mortar Board and the Honors College. I have been around the Tech community since the day I can remember and thus have developed a strong passion for giving back to the Red Raider

family in any way that I can.

Nothing makes me happier than to see our university grow in so many ways that we have seen lately. Whether it be in our pursuit of academia, social endeavors or even in the world of sports, Texas Tech is moving quickly.

For this, it is an honor to work with students and administration, collaborating together to leave this university better off than where we found it.

If you have any questions, comments or concerns please feel free to contact me at faisal.hmoud@ttu.edu or come by the SGA office in the SUB Room, 302.

Wr e c k ’ e m w h e r e v e r you are.

Charles Ramey

Klay Davis

Graduate vice president

Internal vice president

What’s going on, Red Raiders? My name is Charles L. Ramey II, and I am elated to serve as your graduate vice president.

I was born in Newark, New Jersey, and raised in Concord, Virginia. I received my bachelor ’s degree in physics from Virginia State University and my master ’s degree i n p h y s i c s f r o m Te x a s Tech University. I am currently a doctoral student studying educational psychology in the College of Education.

In my time at Tech, I have served in organizations such as the Graduate Association of Physicists and the Black Graduate Students Associa-

Charles Ramey

tion. I am also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi. As a graduate student, I thought I would just teach, research, write, then graduate. But as most graduates learn, it is not that

simple. We get involved in our departments, fields of study and various communities.

My best advice is to get involved at Tech; start with your interests and gradually branch out. This is a journey in which you never know who you may meet. My responsibility as graduate vice president is to advocate for the graduate student body; however, college is a collective experience involving graduates and undergraduates. So, get to know one another and let’s enjoy this journey together.

If there is anything you would like to discuss, please contact me at charles.ramey@ ttu.edu or come by the SGA office in the SUB, Room 302.

Fellow Red Raiders, my name is Klay Davis and I am from Florence, Texas.

Currently, I am a senior animal science major with a minor in business. I have been involved with the Student Government Association since my freshman year, starting with the First Year Council. I also have served in the capacity of a College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Senator for two terms as well as sergeant-at-arms.

As internal vice president, I will preside as the president of the Student Senate for the 56th Session. That being said, your student senators are responsible for representing

for serving as the voice for their constituents.

Please, never hesitate to stop by my office in the SUB, Room 302, or contact me at Samuel.k.davis@ttu. edu at any time with any questions, concerns or ideas you might have.

Wreck ’em always.

Klay Davis

the constituents of their respective colleges, which is why I plan to lead the Student Senate in lucrative fashion to ensure they never lose their passion

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1. Fearless Champion and the Masked Rider make their run prior to the game against Montana State on Aug. 31, 2019, at Jones AT&T Stadium. The duo runs down the football field prior to every game.

2. Raider Red poses with his Guns Up on a campus CitiBus on Feb. 12, 2019. 3. The Goin’ Band from Raiderland does a Double T formation during its halftime performance for the game against Montana State on Aug. 31, 2019, at Jones AT&T Stadium. 4. Members of Delta Delta Delta and Pi Kappa Alpha perform stunts during the S.O. Sing competition on Oct. 15, 2019, in the United Supermarkets Arena.

Various organizations compete with prepared dancing and singing routines as part of the homecoming week festivities. 5. Students and families walked through the RaiderGate tunnel where they were able to interact, enjoy free food, play games and enjoy music in the parking lot of the CASNR Annex and Agricultural Education buildings. RaiderGate is hosted every home football game for free. 6.

Christmas lights line the stairwell on the Chemistry building as a part of the 61st annual Carol of Lights. The Carol of Lights event is hosted yearly by the Residence Halls Association in December. The event lights up the most central part of campus and includes a choir concert. 7. Will Rogers and Soapsuds are wrapped prior to the NCAA March Madness national championship matchup between Texas Tech and Virginia on April 8, 2019. The Saddle Tramps wrap the statue in red crepe paper the night before home sporting events, and in black to mourn national tragedies.

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CAMPUS HOUSING

Housing provides move-in information University Student Housing has a variety of on-campus residence halls across the Texas Tech campus, making it easy for Red Raiders to live and learn close to their classrooms.

Students living on campus enjoy close proximity to the Student Recreation Center and Leisure Pool, multiple athletic venues, the Library, museums, Urbanovsky Park and award-winning dining choices with delic i o u s f o o d o p t i o n s i ncluding a variety of food courts, mini-markets, kiosks and all-you-careto-eat options.

Our residence halls include traditional hall

spaces, suite-style spaces and apartment style spaces that are smoke-free and offer Wi-Fi throughout the building, 24-hour front desk service, free limitless laundry facilities and ADA accommodations for students with disabilities.

In-hall Learning Communities allow students to live among classmates and access special programm i n g t a i l o r e d t o t hei r interests and academic pursuits. University Student Housing also offers a simple-to-use maintenance request system and 24/7 assistance and security through our oncall facility and residence hall staff.

Student leadership and

involvement opportunities are offered through eight different University Student Housing organizations such as the Residence Halls Association and Complex Councils.

University Student Housing also is committed to providing $500,000 in scholarships each year and providing over 250 student employment opportunities in various roles such as community advisers, residential tutors, student assistants, social justice advocates.

For additional information on University Student Housing and available housing and dining options, visit www.housing.ttu.edu.

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A staged room in one of the residence halls shows a possible living situation with moveable furniture.

TOREADOR MEDIA

Toreador Media provides learning experience, opportunities

Toreador Media, located on the first floor of the Media & Communication building Rotunda, is home to the primary sources of news at Texas Tech: The Daily Toreador newspaper, — the dailytoreador. com website, Raider Life, Raiderland 1301, Housing Guide and Finals Frenzy.

These publications are important to life at Tech.

Student learning is a primary focus of Toreador Media, which is a part of the College of Media & Communication. Students are provided an opportunity to use academic knowledge gained in the classroom in the practical setting of producing content daily.

M a n y To r e a d o r M e dia students are Media & Communication majors, but students from all disciplines have an opportunity to work for Toreador Media. All publications, productions and broadcasts are considered

out-of-classroom learning activities and most are paid jobs. All publications are student-run, meaning the student editors solely are in charge of all content and personnel decisions.

Toreador Media employs 40-60 students each semester as editors, reporters, photographers, videographers, graphic designers, print and multimedia advertising account executives and members of the delivery staff.

Toreador Media advisers enter student-produced work in national, state and regional collegiate media contests.

Last year Toreador Media won dozens of awards from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association, Associated Collegiate Press, Society of Professional Journalists, a n d Te x a s I n t e r c o l l e giate Press Association.

Students won awards in numerous categories.

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As an independent publication serving the campus community, The Daily Toreador maintains professional standards and ethics reflecting the best in American journalism and advertising.

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are directly responsible for the size of the newspaper and are paid on commission.

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Avenue and Mac Davis Lane Work for Toreador Media Any student who enjoys journalism, advertising, photography or videography should work for Toreador Media, regardless of major. Toreador Media employs staff members from nearly every major on campus.

Working for Toreador Media gives students valuable experience that can be applied to any industry, whether it’s effective communication skills, working with varied personalities, working as a sales executive, journalist, photo/videographer or editor or gaining management skills.

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TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SERVICES

Parking Services regulates campus parking, permits

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Texas Tech Transportation and Parking Services hosted a Free Car Clinic on March 4, 2020. Mechanics checked fluids, belts, tires and other essentials on students’ cars for free.

Where to park Most parking lots on the Texas Tech campus require a permit from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday. Some lots require a permit 24 hours a day. Students living on and off campus may purchase permits.

Those living on campus can purchase a permit for the residence hall or the parking lot near their residence hall or in the Flint Avenue Parking Facility. Residence hall lots are reserved 24 hours a day, seven days a week for their permit holders.

Students living off campus can purchase a permit for Commuter North, Commuter ICC, the Raider Park Parking Garage, Commuter West or Commuter Satellite. These permits are valid Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., but from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. any commuter permit is valid in any commuter lot.

Students also have the choice of purchasing an Evening Commuter pass, which covers parking in any commuter lot after 2:30 p.m., any park-and-pay area on campus after 5:30 p.m. on weekdays and the Rec Center parking lot for the two-hour maximum.

The Flint Avenue Parking Facility may have availability for commuters on a limited basis. Waitlists are available for it and all other commuter lots.

More information is available at the parking. ttu.edu website.

My Parking Account Students and employees manage all permits, registered vehicles, free bicycle registrations, contact information and citations through their My Parking Account, available at www. parking.ttu.edu.

Avoiding citations Know your definitions.

Students are Tech students. Faculty and staff are full- or part-time nonstudent employees of Tech.

Visitors include those unaffiliated with Tech as students or employees.

Area reserved lots and reserved individual spaces serve as employee parking and are unavailable for student purchase. Service vehicle spaces and areas allow Tech vendors and main-

tenance vehicles close access to buildings needing repairs or attention.

Park in your permitted location. Park only in zones your ePermit allows during permitted times. Always watch for signs in lots to identify zones and applicable times of enforcement.

Read the Traffic and Parking Regulations, which can be found under the Resources tab on the www. parking.ttu.edu website.

Driving on campus From 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, driving through the academic core of campus — the area beyond the entry stations on the campus streets — is open only to area-reserved and reservedspace permit holders, official Tech vehicles, vendors, contractors and visitors.

Tech students may not drive their personal vehicles in these areas during that time. This decreases traffic in the most congested and pedestrian- and bicycle-heavy areas of campus. The decrease provides a safer environment for students, employees and visitors as they make their way around campus.

Understanding park-and-pay areas Some areas on campus are park-and-pay lots requiring payment for parking. Rates can be paid hourly or by the day.

Students and employees with any type of valid parking permit do not have to pay to park any time at the Robert H. Ewalt Student Recreation Center or in any campus park-and-pay lot after 5:30 p.m. Some lots on campus, such as R03 (the Library lot), serve as employee parking lots from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and become park-andpay from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Other areas may be parkand-pay during the day. Signs in park-and-pay lots state the hours payment is required.

How to appeal a citation Citations may be appealed through a customer’s My Parking Account. If you feel a citation has been unjustly issued, an online appeal form is available at www.parking.ttu.edu Provide a detailed explanation for the appeal in the online form. Send any

supporting evidence, such as photos or diagrams, to parking@ttu.edu or 407 Flint Ave., MS 3161, Lubbock, Texas 79409 by 8 p.m. the following business day.

Game-day parking Football: Many parking lots on campus, aside from residence hall lots, are reserved for football permit holders beginning at 6 a.m. on home game days before the game. Vehicles parked in reserved areas are subject to impoundment. Those in lots affected will receive an email regarding specifics for their lot so long as a valid email address is provided in the customer’s My Parking Account contact information.

For a fee, patrons can park in Commuter West.

A round-trip shuttle ride to and from Jones AT&T is available for a nominal fee. Reserved RV parking is provided in the Commuter Satellite lot. Free game-day parking is available in the Health Sciences Center lots near Fourth Street and Texas Tech Parkway. The same shuttle service is available in these lots.

For a detailed list of reserved areas or to purchase game-day parking, contact the Red Raider Club or see maps and prices at www. redraiderclub.com and follow the links to buy tickets and football parking.

Basketball: The lots surrounding the United Supermarkets Arena are reserved for basketball parking-permit holders. Limited disability parking is available in the lots immediately north and west of the arena.

However, there is an ADA shuttle located in Commuter Satellite that picks up and drops off right next to the arena at no charge.

Getting help on campus Motorist Assistance Program: The Motorist Assistance Program, MAP, offers assistance to anyone on the Tech campus or at the Rawls Course. Call (806) 742-MAPP and a Transportation and Parking Services employee will provide a gallon of gas, give a jump start, unlock a vehicle or air up a tire. Services are free for up to three uses per year.

Free Car Clinic: The Free Car Clinic is hosted three times per year: be-

fore Thanksgiving break, before spring break and during the summer. Tech students, faculty, staff and visitors enjoy free food and giveaways while professional mechanics f r o m S c o t t ’s C o m p l e t e Car Care inspect their vehicles. Mechanics check tire pressure, belts, hoses and wipers and top off fluids for free.

Bike Clinic: Hosted in the fall and spring, the Bike Clinic offers free bicycle diagnostic exams, on-site bicycle registration and visits from onand off-campus bicyclerelated organizations.

Short-Term Assistance: This program offers more convenient parking for individuals who need shortterm close parking due to an injury or medical reasons, but who may not qualify for a state-issued disability placard.

Expectant Mother Parking: This service provides closer parking to Tech students, faculty and staff who are expectant mothers in their last trimester of pregnancy. Permit holders may park in visitor or time-limit spaces. Expectant Mother Parking requires documentation from a physician and can be offered earlier if the pregnancy is considered high-risk.

Raider Ride: Raider Ride is an on-demand, point-to-point shuttle service for Tech students. It operates seven days a week from 6 p.m. to last call at 2:45 a.m. (when classes are in session). Rides are free if the start or end point is on campus, and rides that start and end off-campus cost a flat fee of $5 per rider per ride. Students request rides primarily through the TapRide app or can call 806-742-RIDE if having problems with the app.

Lime Scooters and eBikes: Lime Scooters and eBikes are available to rent on the Texas Tech campus and throughout Lubbock. Rates are $1 to start and 25 cents per minute to ride. Helmets are strongly encouraged, and riders must follow all bicycle rules on campus. Rules are available at www.parking. ttu.edu/bicycle.

FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE

Involvement in fraternities, sororities benefits students

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New members of Kappa Kappa Gamma pose in front of their Greek letters during Bid Day on Aug. 24, 2019.

Texas Tech is a proud host to more than 55 fraternity and sorority organizations.

Students searching for the right avenue to become involved on campus are encouraged to consider the many benefits of the community’s commitment to academics, leadership, service and fellowship.

These values are not just lofty aims each organization and members strive to uphold, they are structurally ingrained in the history and traditions of the organizations.

Students considering joining fraternities and sororities often hear about the process of joining, commonly referred to as recruitment or intake, and are provided information about the benefits of membership.

However, it is important that parents and students become familiar with the financial, behavioral and time commitments associated with the experience.

Students can expect to be included in experiences that will serve them beyond their time at Tech.

Those interested in membership opportunities are invited to explore each of the four councils represented to learn more about how to take the first step toward a lifelong commitment to one of the organizations.

• I n t e r f r a t e r n i t y Council (IFC) • M u l t i c u l t u r a l Greek Council (MGC) • N a t i o n a l P a n Hellenic Council (NPHC) • Panhellenic Council

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REC CENTER

Rec Center helps keep students active

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LEFT: 1: A participant scales the rock climbing wall at the Tech Rock Climbing Competition at the Rec Center. 2: Students can get a great workout and take a break from studying at The Rec. There is no additional fee to use The Rec for most undergraduate students. 3: Sand volleyball is one of many popular intramural sports offered through Rec Sports.

RIGHT: 1: Outdoor sports such as basketball and tennis are available, along with more sport options inside like volleyball and indoor soccer. 2:Students are shown playing disc golf on the Rec Sports course in Urbanovsky Park. Disc golf is one of many outdoor opportunities in the park.

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Rec Facilities Texas Tech’s Department of Recreational Sports supports student success with facilities, programs and activities.

Get involved in one of many activities or enjoy a solo workout.

Students have access to Rec facilities and programs that are already paid for through student fees.

Here are a few of the things Rec Sports has to offer.

•More than 80 open participation fitness classes every week •Basketball, racquetball, squash, volleyball and indoor soccer courts •100-plus treadmills, StairMasters, resistance machines and free weights including the Raider Power Zone and CrossFit Texas Tech •1/9-mile indoor running track and cardio area •Turf Field Complex for open recreation and intramural games Leisure Pool The Leisure Pool is the warm weather place to be on campus. Float the Lazy River, explode through the drop slide or enjoy a game of water basketball or volleyball. Swimming is available all year long as the Olympic-sized indoor Aquatic Center opens during colder weather. If you want to learn how to swim, we have adult swim lessons throughout the year.

The Leisure Pool features a 645-foot Lazy River and 20-person hot tub.

Special events include a polar bear swim, moonlight floats and a wide variety of Red Cross certification courses.

Intramurals Intramural Sports strives to offer a program where everyone plays. Our program is open to all Texas Tech students and student groups. We offer men’s, women’s and co-ed divisions in our team sport leagues such as flag football, softball, volleyball, soccer and basketball.

We want to create an environment that encourages physical activity as well as social interaction.

It doesn’t matter if you are good or if you have played a sport before.

Try something new and make a memory that will add to your experience at Tech.

Play intramural sports.

Fit/Well The Fit/Well Center has group fitness classes, personal training and massage therapy to engage the Tech community in fun-filled, heart-pumping workouts.

Unleash your energy in one of 80-plus weekly RaiderFit free group fitness classes such as cycling, barre, cardio boxing, core, yoga and Pilates. You also can discover your passion in RaiderFit Premium instructional classes (minimal fee required) such as crossfit, dance classes, Olympic lifting and more.

Sport Clubs S p o r t c l u b s a t Te c h provide opportunities for students to create and participate in 33-plus recreational and competitive clubs.

Students can learn new skills and compete in local, regional and national events and tournaments.

For more information about specific club, go to www.recsports.ttu.edu/ sportclubs/clubs.php.

Outdoor Pursuits Join us for an adventure, learn a new skill, meet new friends and explore beyond campus.

The Outdoor Pursuits Center offers adventure trips, workshops, bike repairs and outdoor equipment rental. Beginner to experienced adventurists welcome.

•Rent equipment like tents, sleeping bags, skis, bikes and more •Climb the five-story tall indoor rock wall. Our staff is there to get you on rope and up the wall.

The rock wall is open to students any weekday evening for free.

•Join us on a day trip to go hiking or backpacking.

Ta k e a w e e k e n d o r week-long adventure with other students to rock climb, go canyoneering,

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Rec Sports Jobs Rec Sports consistently has been ranked by Tech students as one of the top places to work. Greet patrons as a facility assis-

tant, officiate intramural games, lifeguard at the Leisure Pool, teach RaiderFit classes or lead trips with the Outdoor Pursuits Center. We employ over 500 students a year, so apply today.

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TRANSITION AND ENGAGEMENT

First-year programs support student success Transition and Engagement programs provide a collaborative collection of programs and services that assist students in the transitions inherent to college and academic life and provide opportunities to help students engage in the academic community and navigate successfully to graduation.

The programs and services create a successful experience for students during each of the major college transition periods at Texas Tech, including admission to enrollment, first-year experience, major selection, moving off campus, sophomore-year experience and capstone/ senior experiences.

For more information, v i s i t , w w w. s t u d e n t e n gagement.ttu.edu or call 806-742-2993.

Raider Welcome www.raiderwelcome.ttu. edu Raider Welcome is a two-week series of fun and free events designed to welcome new and returning students to the Tech campus. Traditionally this event begins when the residence halls open and ends after classes have begun.

This year, Raider Welcome runs from Aug. 16 to Aug. 29.

Among the activities are a few major events, some longstanding traditions and some exciting, new opportunities you cannot afford to miss.

Activities include ice cream socials, luncheons/ d i n n e r s , g a m e s / a c t i v ities, T-shirt giveaways, comedian nights, backto-school shopping op portunities, AlcoholEdu sessions, blood drives and a community service project.

Raider Roundup Students entering Tech

are invited to a celebration of the beginning of their education at Tech.

Raider Roundup takes place the evening before classes start and is a way for students to connect with one another while enjoying free food, live music and activities. During the event, a current Tech student will offer inspiring words and knowledge to set students on their course of academic and personal success.

Help us count down the days to Aug. 24.

Transfer Connection www.transferconnection. ttu.edu Transfer Connection is a collaborative collection of programs and services that assist transfer students in their transition to Tech.

The Transfer Connection program provides opportunities for transfer students to create connections with Tech students, faculty and staff and to the university community with hopes of helping these students until graduation. Don’t miss Transfer Welcome Day for a T-shirt swap, cookout and more.

The First Year Leadership Institute www.fyre.ttu.edu The First Year Leadership Institute is a program for first-year and transfer students focused on personal leadership and professional development.

FYLI provides skills that help students excel both in and out of the classroom and prepares students to be effective leaders throughout their time at Tech.

Majors and Minors Fair www.majorfair.ttu.edu The Majors and Minors Fair is designed for all students who want to find

out more about majors, minors and other academic opportunities. At this event, you will have the opportunity to speak wi t h fac ul t y and s t aff from all academic units and colleges in a centralized location.

It is not just for majors.

Information is available for majors, minors, certificates and careers. The event is designed to help students who have not yet declared their major/ minor as well as those who have declared but still may be uncertain about their choice of major, minor or career path.

The Majors and Minors Fair is set for Oct. 22.

Hub City Fest www.hubcityfest.ttu.edu Hub City Fest is the party where local Lubbock businesses want to welcome you to town. Connect with and learn more about what your new community has to offer and get lots of freebies, music and more.

Bring your student ID to enter to win fabulous prizes.

Check out our website, www.hubcityfest.ttu.edu, and follow us on social media to see what businesses will be there.

Hub City Fest is set for 7 to 9 p.m. on Aug. 21.

Texas Techspo C o m e t o t h e Te x a s Techspo to find out exactly what services are available to new Tech students.

From tutoring and a free gallon of gas to fitness classes and on-campus entertainment, there are so many resources available to help you be successful both in and out of the classroom. And you’re already paying for them, so why not take advantage of them?

Mark your calendar for the Texas Techspo on Sept. 17.

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Top: Hub City Fest is hosted annually to start the fall semester. Students are able to learn about many businesses in the area. Bottom: The Majors and Minors Fair is hosted every semester. Students have the opportunity to learn about possible minors or even change their majors.

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Student organizations offer connections, communities All students are encouraged to become involved outside of the classroom to enhance their connections and experiences as Red Raiders. One of the best ways to make connections is through joining a student organization on campus.

Texas Tech has over 550 student organizations. If you do not find what you are looking for, the Center for Campus Life can help you create your own organization.

Why should you get involved?

•Connects you to activities and traditions on campus •Helps build your community away from home •Discover new passions or continue old ones •Develops your talents into strengths

Student Organizations Since the Center for Campus Life has so many organizations, it is broken into 24 categories to make it easier to find what you are interested in.

Student Organization Categories Academic — Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.

Academic — Architecture Academic — Arts and

Sciences Academic — Business Academic — Education Academic — Engineering Academic — Human Sciences Academic — Media and Communication Academic — Visual and Performing Arts Advocacy/Activism Campus Departmental Support Cultural/International Fraternity/Sorority Graduate Hobby/Leisure/Recreation Honor Law School Political Pre-Law Pre-Professional Residential Service/Philanthropy Spiritual/Faith-Based Sport Clubs For a complete list of organizations, visit studentinvolvement.ttu.edu.

Starting a New Student Organization A Registered Student Organization is defined as a group (president, treasurer and a minimum of three members) comprised of at least five students enrolled at Tech who voluntarily come together under a common purpose.

The purposes and ac-

tivities of the organization shall be lawful and not in conflict with the policies, rules, regulations and standards of the university and/or federal, state and/or local statutes.

If you are interested in starting a new organization at Tech the first step is to fill out an Intent to Form Request on TechConnect by going to studentinvolvement.ttu.edu and clicking on the “Start a Student Org” button.

Once submitted, a staff member will contact you to walk you through the process.

Join TechConnect TechConnect is an online platform to explore ways to get involved on campus including student organizations. This is the best location to check out the student organizations and learn about what is happening on campus.

To get started follow these five easy steps: 1. Go to studentinvolvement.ttu.edu, select TechConnect Login and use your E-Raider username and password.

2. Set up your personal profile.

3. Browse organizations by name, category or search topic.

4. Click on the logo

UNIVERSITY CAREER CENTER

University Career Center guides students into, through workforce

Seeking career advice? We can help.

The University Career Center provides numerous career development opportunities to undergraduate, graduate, international, distance learners and alumni of Texas Tech. Our mission is to promote the success of all Red Raiders. We want to help you to effectively communicate your qualifications and skills to employers so that you may land your dream job.

The UCC has a full staff of professional career representatives to help you evaluate your strengths, identify your marketable skills and determine the next steps in reaching your career goals.

We also can help students locate sources of employment, internships and professional training through our career development and career exploration services.

Hire Red Raiders and Job Boards The University Career Center ’s online job search tool, Hire Red Raiders, is the perfect solution for your job search needs. Whether you are pursuing an internship, a part-time job or full-time employment, this tool can do the work for you.

You can upload your resume and view an extensive list of employers seeking to hire Red Raiders. These employers are looking to hire quickly for several disciplines in various cities.

As a member of the Texas Tech community, you also have access to our other job boards — Parker Dewey: Micro-Internships and CareerShift. If you need help getting started with any job board, set up a job search appointment with a career representative.

Career Assessments Making career decisions can be difficult. The UCC offers several career assessments that can help you make an informed decision on a career that is right for you. Our team of career representatives are qualified to interpret the results of your assessment and provide tailored feedback

to help you explore possible career options. If you are trying to decide on a major, determine a specific career path or looking for a career change, consider taking a career assessment provided by the UCC. Students who complete these assessments are matched with specific careers based upon their interests as well as discovering their ideal job environment.

Resume, Cover Letter and Personal Statement Critiques The average employer looks at a candidate’s resume for six seconds before deciding whether the candidate is fit for the job. Bring your resume and cover letter to the UCC so you may receive a professional evaluation of your documents before submitting them to your potential employer.

If you are applying to graduate or professional school, we also can help you to develop your personal statement.

Mock Interviews Your resume landed you the interview and now it’s time to seal the deal. A job interview can be nerve-racking.

How do you prepare for your interview? Utilize the University Career Center’s services to perfect your interviewing skills before your “real” interview.

Choose from a variety of mock interview settings: individual, panel, virtual or phone. Practice makes perfect so take advantage of these services as often as needed.

Veterans Services The University Career Center is here to assist those who have served in the Armed Forces with their transition to civilian life and with their education at Tech.

Our career representatives can assist you in translating your military experience into career readiness using online resources effectively, practicing professional etiquette and connecting with professionals in your career. We sincerely thank you for your service to our country.

Events and Webinars The UCC offers a variety

of free events to help students prepare for their future career. Each semester we host career fairs, resume critique days, etiquette dinners and more. We also offer over 100 webinars each year over topics related to every aspect of the career development process including how to work a job fair, salary negotiation and what to do after you have been hired.

Additional Services Students may choose one outfit per year from our Career Closet inventory of gently worn, like new, professional clothing and they do not need to return the items. This clothing, free to students, is donated by Texas Tech and Lubbock community members.

Need a quiet place to conduct a phone or Skype interview? Contact the UCC to reserve a quiet place to conduct your interview with an employer.

Texas Tech University-Approved Course IS 4100 is a one-hour course credit available to juniors and seniors. This class is taught by a career representative to prepare students to easily transition from college into the workforce. Students will learn how to write cover letters and resumes, perfect an interview and gain contacts through acquiring networking techniques.

Career Development Checklist Before you begin your job search, consider these tips: •Schedule a meeting with a career representative for a resume critique •Check Hire Red Raiders periodically for job postings in your field of interest •Find an internship •Participate in multiple mock interviews •Make sure your outgoing voice mail message is professional •Create a professional email address to use when corresponding with employers •Shop our Career Closet and take a suit for your interview

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Bleu, a Yellow Caped Raider, sits with a studying student on March 9, 2020. The Yellow Caped Raiders is a student-run organization through the Center for Campus Life partnered with Canine Companions for Independence. at the top left corner to return to the home page.

5. Review events and latest news weekly for upcoming events and programs.

Contact Information If you still have questions do not hesitate to

contact us by phone or email.

You also can come see us in the Center for Campus Life in the SUB above the bookstore: 201 Student Union Building (806) 742-5433

studentorgs@ttu.edu www.studentinvolvement.ttu.edu.

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