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Pg 3: Campus Resources to help students succeed

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STUDENT SUCCESS

Study tips for finals to help students succeed

By TANA THOMPSON Staff Writer

Creating a time management plan, attending study sessions and finding the right place to study are factors students face during finals week. Texas Tech finals week begins Friday, Dec. 3, and it can be a very stressful time for students.

Claudea Hernandez, the lead advisor at the learning center, said when entering finals week, it is important that students have a plan and goals set in place.

“Students need to have a schedule in place where they have dedicated times for studying, but also dedicated times for free time,” Hernandez said. “It is important to make sure that this is broken up over a lot of days instead of trying to cram, which is what college kids are known for. Doing 25 minutes here, 30 minutes here is going to be really helpful rather than trying to

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Students study for the Fall semester finals at the variety of tables provided by the university on Nov. 16, 2021, at the Student Union Building. The university’s Independat Study Day is Thrusday, Dec. 2. do a huge set of hours, you know, over one or two days.”

When entering a study session, Hernandez said students need to know what they want to learn and accomplish during their session.

Hernandez said she recommends gathering the correct study materials such as notes, reviews and

textbooks before beginning to study will help students feel more prepared.

“The hardest part would probably be trying to fit everything into that short period of time before,” Hernandez said. “They can kind of prevent that if they take really great notes during classes and afterwards make

those review sheets for themselves based on questions from textbooks based on the main topics and the lectures.”

Another important factor to preparing for fi nals is the environment in which a student studies in, Hernandez said.

The Learning Center offers study spaces that students are able to reserve, she said.

“If things are happening in your dorm room, you know, people are coming in and out, and maybe you don’t do well with a lot of people there, go to a study space,” Hernandez said. “Being in that environment of everyone else’s studying. That’s going to help you feel a little more motivated to actually study and get work done. There are also library rooms and the rooms in your own residence halls too.”

It is important for students to utilize their resources during finals week, such as professors’ office hours, tutors and peer led review sessions, Hernandez said.

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The library will extend its hours of operatios to 24 hours a day during finals week starting on Thursday, Dec. 2, and ending on Wednesday, Dec. 8.

Ethan Peacock, a second-year kinesiology student from Sweetwater, said he studies best when he plans his sessions and studies in the library.

“I manage studying all my finals by writing down what I need to study each day leading up to the finals,” Peacock said. “The hardest part about finals week is time management. Finding time to study around other classes is difficult. One thing I’ve found is that it is useful in studying at the library. It’s quiet and it gives you the chance to focus.”

When studying for finals, Hernandez said it is important that students take care of their health too.

“If you’re someone who needs frequent breaks, make sure you’re in a place where we can get out,” Hernandez said. “Maybe take a walk around campus or just somewhere a little more social and then come back to your study.”

Samuel Davis, a firstyear general studies student from Round Rock, said relaxing and resting are important factors when it comes to studying.

“What I have found that works for me is to keep my phone at a distance and study in 60- to 90-minute intervals with 10-minute breaks in between,” Davis said. “The hardest part is getting up early and having a productive start to the day. I would encourage others to get a minimum of eight hours of sleep.” @TanaThompsonDT

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Things to do in Lubbock during winter break

By SYDNEY BANOVIC Photojournalist

With the size of Lubbock, students may assume there

is not much to do outside the Texas Tech campus; however, there is an abundance of activities and places to visit outside of the Tech campus.

C y n t h i a We s t - Wa r d , owner and curator of the store Vintage Rose, said her store is one of those interesting places to visit in Lubbock. She said after 30 years of owning a store in Lubbock, she would not want to be anywhere else or do anything else.

“I sell vintage clothes, jewelry, hats and accessories,” West-Ward said. “I rent out special costumes

that I make as well.”

Taking inspiration from when she was an art student dressing up models in period clothing, she had the dream of opening a vintage store where there was an appreciation for the clothing West-Ward said.

She received her graduate degree in visual arts at Tech after she moved to Lubbock. West-Ward had a dream of opening a vintage store since art school, and Lubbock happened to be the right fit for her.

“I opened my store in 1988, and I have been doing it ever

since,” West-Ward said. “The best part of selling clothes is that positive people come in.

I like it when people come in and tell me their life story while I help them find pieces.”

Faith Powers, a first-year pre-nursing student from Houston, said Palo Duro Canyon State Park was one of the best places she has visited in Lubbock.

Powers said she enjoys hiking and doing physical activities, so finding out about the park from a friend allowed her to do something new and have fun doing it.

“After hiking six miles

along with the layers of rock, it was a refreshing experience to take a break in between midterms to see nature in the best form,” Powers said.

Saying she would love to go again, even if it was an hour-long drive, Powers said it was worth every moment to visit the park.

Devynne Wyatt, a resident of Lubbock, said the shop The Purple Mandrake, a spiritual items seller, is one of her favorite shops to visit in Lubbock.

After finding out about the shop through social m e d i a , Wy a t t s a i d s h e thought this shop would be the perfect place to visit.

She said visiting these shops is a breath of fresh air because she resonates with the energy there.

“I know a psychic named Cindy who originally opened and ran the shop,” Wyatt said. “With the new owner, classes are being taught over how to do proper psychic readings and how to do reiki, a healing practice.”

The shop is one of her favorites in Lubbock because of its unique services and class, as well as the items that they sell, Wyatt said.

The owner and workers are accommodating to what she wants and her needs.

“The shop has a great atmosphere, the owner and employees are always super nice and willing to talk to and get to know each customer,” Wyatt said. “By the employees and owners going out of their way to talk to each customer and their services makes this one of my favorite places to visit in Lubbock,” she said. @SydneyBanovicDT

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RESOURCES

Student academic resources now available ahead of finals

By CAROLINE RAGLAND Columnist

Students can access academic resources around campus ahead of finals, which will begin Friday, Dec. 3 through Wednesday, Dec. 8.

Different facilities around campus will be open for student use during finals. Both tutoring and study spaces are available by appointment around campus ahead of finals.

The University Library has made different study spaces available throughout the building, with some requiring an appointment and other areas assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis.

“The university library is your library,” Sarah DeVille, head of Access Services, said. “We want to make the library a very welcoming and inclusive space. All our normal services are going to be offered during finals, but we will have extended our hours. The University Library will be open 24/7, from Dec. 2 through Dec.

8. We want to do what we can to help students through finals.”

Laptops are now available for checkout from the East Service Desk in the library.

The library offers different resources for checkout such as eBooks, scientific journals, whiteboards, flash drives, cameras, projectors, anatomy models and audio recording equipment all semester. Students can receive research help from librarians either in person, over the phone or online.

“The library wants students to be successful,” DeVille said. “The more students use the library, whether it’s using library resources or using our spaces, the more successful students tend to be. In general, the more students utilize campus resources, the more successful they will be academically. Finals can be stressful, but there is plenty of help around campus.”

Different from the University Library system, the Learning Center offers personalized tutoring for students. The Learning Center is located in

room 164 in Drane Hall, and open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday.

Kiara Bent, a fourth-year zoology student, the Learning Center is a cosmopolitan service for students that offers something for everyone.

“Students can walk in and get help with a specific course,” Bent said. “We pair students who come in with a tutor, who is also a student, based on their needs and what we offer, like, chemistry, math, philosophy and physics courses. We also have plenty of people who use this area as a workspace.”

The Learning Center offers online tutoring Monday through Thursday from 8 to 10 p.m. Bent said all tutors have taken the course they are tutoring for, so they are able to help students on their academic needs.

“As long as the student is working on their undergraduate degree, they can come in and get help,” Bent said. “We offer tutoring for the harder courses that

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Students use the entryway lobby to study for Fall semester finals on Nov. 16, 2021, at the Texas Tech University Library. a lot of people struggle with their freshman and sophomore years. If graduate students need any type of tutoring ahead of finals, they should contact their professors. Students should seek help before finals.”

For students who need writing help specifically, the University Writing Center offers both in-person and online appointments throughout the semester. Texas Tech Health Science Center students can submit written work for a

review online. The Texas Tech Undergraduate and Graduate Writing Centers are located in Weeks Hall on the second and third floors, respectively.

Miriam White, a consultant at the Undergraduate Writing Center and a fourth-year English and secondary education student from Fort Worth, said students should make appointments ahead of finals to make sure they get in before the Writing Center becomes too busy.

“Undergraduate students of any major can make appointments with us via phone, online or in-person,” White said. “From there, clients upload whatever writing piece they would like to work on, then a consultant will sit down and work them. Students can come in and receive help on final papers, but we need the professor’s permission to work with somebody on a writing section concerning final exam.”

Bent said there are a lot more places, opportunities and resources in general that students have not discovered.

“Texas Tech cares about their students and their education,” White said. “It’s important to make a plan ahead of finals. Look at the syllabus to make appointments in advance. That’s the best way to take advantage of the resources available all around campus. Finals are stressful, but at the end of the day, it’s up to the student to take advantage of these opportunities.” @CarolineEliseDT

Texas Tech to host winter commencment ceremonies at the United Spirit Arena The winter commencement ceremonies are scheduled for Friday, Dec. 10 and Saturday, Dec. 11 at the United Spriti Areana. Here is the schedule for the college’s ceremony.

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Dec. 10 at 2 p.m.: College of Arts & Sciences, Honors College and College of Architecture Dec. 10 at 7 p.m.: College of Education, College of Visual & Performing Arts and the Graduate School Dec. 11 at 9 a.m.: College of Media & Communication, College of Human Sciences and College of Agriculture Sciences & Natural Resources Dec. 11 at 1 p.m.: College of Engineering, College of Business and University Programs

A map for parking and the live stream link for the ceremonies can be found on the Commencement’s website.

Source: Texas Tech Commencement

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Scientists to map fungal networks, determine climate role BERLIN (AP) — Scientists from the United States and Europe announced plans Tuesday to create the biggest map of underground fungal networks, arguing they are an important but overlooked piece in the puzzle of how to tackle climate change.

By working with local communities around the world the researchers said

they will collect 10,000 DNA samples to determine how the vast networks that fungi create in the soil are changing as a result of human activity — including global warming.

“Fungi are invisible ecosystem engineers, and their loss has gone largely unnoticed by the public,” said Toby Kiers, a professor of evolutionary biology at

Amsterdam’s Free University and co-founder of the non-profit Society for the

Protection of Underground Networks that’s spearheading the effort.

“New research and climate models are providing irrefutable

evidence that the Earth’s survival is linked to the underground,” she said.

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The editorial board thanks readers Hello Red Raiders! As this year comes to an end and finals are about to start, we wanted to say thank you. This semester was a new experience

for everyone as COVID-19 was one of many worries.

Thank you for supporting us and reading our work this semester. We do what we do because of you, so

thank you.

We the Fall 2021 Editorial Board of The Daily Toreador would like to say congratulations to those who are graduating in the

next commencement. You have come a long way and are ready to begin he next chpater of your life. Remember to strive for honor in everything you do.

To those who are continuing their studies next semester, congratulations on finishing another semester, you are one step closer to achieving something great.

We h o p e y o u h a v e a great and relaxing holiday.

See you next year! @DailyToreador

COLUMN

Editor-in-chief says farewell to publication

Two years ago, I changed my major from kinesiology to journalism. Out of the many critical decisions I have had to make while in college, this was the second-best decision I made. The first was to join The Daily Toreador.

I still remember walking through the doors of the office feeling nervous about interviewing as a columnist for the publication. And for nearly two years, I have been a part of something special and I could not be more thankful and privileged.

I have so many thanks to pass around but I’ll be brief.

First I want to thank Gloria Matheson. You hired someone with no writing skills and took a chance on me, so thank you.

To Chase Seabolt and Mallory Rosetta, thank you for hiring me as the 2020-2021 opinions editor. Through the

Mateo Rosiles is a fourth-year journalism major from Lubbock.

opportunity you gave me, I learned that I am a news junkie through and through.

I also learned that I loved covering breaking news and covering governing bodies.

I also want to thank the fall 2020 and spring 2021 editorial boards. You made me feel welcomed and accepted me for who I am.

You made the newsroom feel like my family and for that, you will always be a part of my family.

To m y p a s t o p i n i o n s staff, it was an honor working with you and helping those who had an opinion

tell their story.

Now here is the hard part. I want to thank everyone on my staff or who was on my staff this semester.

Without you, I could have not gotten through this crazy semester. It was an honor and privilege to work with you helping to grow the publication.

To Tea McGilvray and the La Vida staff, thank you. Thank you for so many amazing stories and profile pieces each of you has produced this year. I see a bright future for each one of you, keep being amazing.

To Arianna Flores and the sports staff, thank you for being the ones I could always count on. This year has been crazy, but y’all have been the one constant thing, steadfast in your resolve to Tech’s sports.

To Chyna Vargas and the opinions staff, thank you for the variety of opinions you have shared this year and for the voices you have lifted up. You will always hold a special place in my heart.

To Katie Perkins and the multimedia staff … wow.

Your work has never ceased to impress me and I truly cannot wait to see what you do in the future. I will always be your biggest fan!

To Toluwani Osibamowo, my copy editor. You saved me and the publication in our time of need and the stories you shared this year were inspiring. I always looked forward to see what you were going to write next and I wish you best of luck in your final semester at Tech.

To my Bishop Van Buren, my editorial assistant, and the news staff, your dedica-

tion to the publication and eagerness to learn gave me the daily inspiration I needed to fight for the publication every day.

Without you, I could have not gotten through this crazy semester.

To the editorial advisors and the director of Toreador Media, thank you for believing me, even in times I did not believe in myself. You have guided me through many salutations and I have gained a lot of knowledge from you.

To the Student Media Committee, thank you for giving me the opportunity to be Editor-in-Chief of The

Daily Toreador. I will always be thankful for the opportunity you gave me and the memories I have of the publication.

Finally, thank you, dear reader. You are the reason I got up early in the morning and left the office late at night every day this semester. You are one of the reasons why I fell in love with journalism and writing news articles.

From being an unpaid columnist to the Editor-in-Chief, I have learned a lot and have made so many connections along the way. But now I must say my goodbye but I can promise you this: This is not the last time you will hear about me.

So until next time, strive for honor evermore, long live the Matadors. Wreck ‘Em! @MateoRosilesDT

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Copy Editor says goodbye to The Daily Toreador My journey at The Daily Toreador began just this year, and I’m sad to say it’s coming to a close.

I began as an opinions columnist working under Mateo Rosiles last spring.

I could not have asked for a better opinions editor.

He was kind, patient and

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Toluwani Osibamowo is fourth-year journalism major from Plano.

pushed me to be the best writer I could be. Now, as our current editor-in-chief, I can say he has done that and then some.

Mateo and Mallory Rosetta encouraged me to apply for the copy editor position at the end of my spring semester. I was nervous about the workload involved in being a copy editor and declined the job.

I then began the fall semester as a La Vida writer.

The copy editor position was still open, and it felt like it

was meant for me.

Despite my initial hesitation, I eventually applied and got the job. I can say with full certainty that applying has been the best decision I’ve made in my time at Texas Tech so far.

Being the copy editor has not been easy. I often doubted my grammar and AP style knowledge. I questioned if my stories were good or even worth writing.

But with the constant guidance and encouragement of our advisers, Andrea Watson and Sheri Lewis, and the rest of the editorial board, I found passion in journalism like never before. I wrote profiles about intriguing individuals and got the opportunity to attend a variety of events

I would never usually get to go to.

In my time at The DT, I have become a better journalist and writer, a better team player, a better student and a better friend. For this, I thank the following people, in addition to the ones above: Tea McGilvray, features editor, an understanding, patient friend, great writer and amazing artist. The features staff was lucky to have you as their editor this semester, and your art has made our paper beautiful.

Chyna Vargas, our opinions editor who started her journey at The DT alongside me. You are a talented, passionate writer and a lovely friend. I could not have asked for anyone better to spend print nights

goofing off with.

Arianna Flores, sports editor. Your drive and passion for sports and journalism is unparalleled. Your support has meant the world to me. A true ride or die.

I can say with full certainty that applying has ben the best decision I’ve made in my time ast Texas Tech so far.

Katie Perkins, multimedia editor. You are a woman of many talents.

Not only are you a great photographer, but writer

and leader as well. You’re also my favorite Swiftie.

Bishop Van Buren, our editorial assistant, a loyal and hardworking individual.

I wish you the best of luck as the next sports editor, a role I know you will excel in. You made print night insanely fun.

To the staff, I have enjoyed reading your wonderful stories. You have helped me grow in my own writing abilities, and for that I thank you.

And to our readers, thank you for your everlasting support. As I finish out my final year at Tech, I will carry the lessons and memories I have from The DT with me to graduation and beyond. @TOsibamowoDT

COLUMN

Blue light safety system needs updating

As the final semester comes to a close, it is important for students to address safety concerns that may be present around campus. Texas Tech has done a great job at providing safety features across campus to protect its students from any harm that may arise on campus. Many of which have been put to use and have saved students from danger.

One of these safety features is the blue emergency lights that are spread across campus.

There are over 120 of these blue lights across the entire Tech campus, however, students have expressed that this number may not be ideal for this particular safety feature.

The purpose of the blue lights around campus is for

Stephanie Ghandour is a first-year CMI major from Lubbock.

students to be able to press and run in the case of an immediate emergency, and campus police are notified of which emergency light has been pressed. The way that this works is in the case of a student being followed, mugged, attacked, or in any sort of harmful position in which they need to run away, students can press the nearest blue light button and run to the next one and so forth.

Ideally this makes it to where campus police are able

to track the student in dangers location and is able to get to where they are as soon as possible and can attend to them more efficiently.

However, these blue light buttons although seemingly plentiful are fairly spread apart from one another throughout campus. So much so that if a student in danger is to press one button and run to the next, they may not be able to make it in the time that their attacker could potentially get to them in the time they get from one blue light to the next.

In addition, many of the lights on campus are located in basements or underground areas. Because of this, police officers may not get the signal of a

student in danger in these areas with a weak signal.

Students have expressed that this number may not be ideal for this particular safety feature.

Placing these emergency buttons closer together would not only aid the students who may be in these dangerous positions, but it would also better help the campus police officers to track the students in need better as well as provide further protection to them.

By installing more emer-

gency blue lights Tech would also be utilizing these buttons in the way they were intended to be used and make things more efficient in preparation for emergencies that may occur on campus.

Although it would be ideal to not have to worry about some of the more dangerous and alarming events that may occur on campus, it is crucial that both students and administration do their part in making the Tech campus a safe area for students to live and attend. In order to do this, providing students with more of these safety features and making them easier to access, this would alleviate student anxiety and paranoia that may come from campus safety. @StephanieGhanDT

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Parton, Oh, Biles and teachers named ‘People of the Year’ NEW YORK (AP) — People magazine has named Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, actor Sandra Oh, country icon Dolly Parton and the nation’s teachers as its “2021 People of the Year.”

“This year has been a

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make the world a little bit better.”

Parton was cited for giving away millions of books and supporting COVID-19 research and Oh was celebrated for fighting anti-Asian hate and working on “trans-

formative stories.” People said Biles’ focus on mental health “redefined what it means to win in sports.” And the nation’s more than 3 million teachers have “gone above and beyond to ensure our nation’s kids have bright

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The new issue hits newsstands Friday.

Last year, People named George Clooney, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Selena Gomez and Regina King as the “2020 People of the Year.

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Tips to reduce stress during finals

By MICHAEL ALVAREZ Sports Reporter

The Risk Intervention & Safety Education Center is available to all students in Drane Hall, open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mia Chu, peer educator at RISE from Houston, said mental health plays a big part in a student’s overall health. Having someone and somewhere to reach out to when a student feels overwhelmed or stressed is what her and her colleagues at RISE do.

“Mental health is huge, and that’s what I specialize in,” Chu said. “If they are overwhelmed, students can do wellness coaching, you could talk to one of our pyramids, I mean there are a lot of different courses of action. Sometimes we just give them a few tips and stress management techniques, we can help you in any way possible.”

Finals is a stressful time of the year, and students come in with academicrelated concerns all the time, said Chu, a fourth-year psychology student.

Chu said RISE is a good tool for students who are looking for guidance and resources to help balance their schedule and the handle stress finals brings.

“We call ourselves the hub of all resources,” Chu said.

“Finals is definitely a stressful time for students and there are so many places on campus that offer tutoring, students just don’t know where to go. We recommend and send students to advising, point them to places to go and like talk to a tutor. So, we encourage students to come see us.”

RISE offers certain tools and tips to help students relax and be in a comfortable state of mind amidst all the pressure and anxiety finals

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LEFT: RISE gives students resources throughout the year to help with all aspects of life. RISE is open from Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Drane Hall. RIGHT: First-year marketing student Abby Meaves from Houston studies at the library. Finals are sceduled to start on Friday, Dec. 3 and end on the last day of classes on Wednesday, Dec. 8. brings about.

“I’ve seen from students that extracurriculars can really help with mental health,” Chu said. “Also exercise, sleep, music, some people like to be creative,

(upperclassmen) talk to a friend or someone who is an older classification, because you know they have been through exactly what you are going through.

different than all other test because a lot of them can be cumulative,” McDew said.

“When things are cumulative like that, it takes a lot more studying to do it. Say you don’t have something written down and it appears on your test, it could impact your grade, so yes, it is stressful.”

McDew said he likes to find time between studying and finals to just be alone.

McDew said he recommends taking anytime out of the day to relax and unwind.

“I take around 30-minute breaks you know, every couple hours,” McDew said.

“I like to exercise during that time and just do things that

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Micah McDew a secondyear kinesiology student from San Antonio, said finals can be stressful since they are different from other exams he takes over the course of the semester.

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don’t stress me out. I’ll play video games, sometimes I just like waiting between finals and just be alone.”

McDew said he likes to talk to people who have more experience with managing their schedule during finals, or an older person who has more life experience and more knowledge. “ Ye a h , y o u k n o w, I recommend just reaching out to anybody who would know the answers to your questions,” McDew said.

“Always your parents because they’ve been on earth longer, like they always have tips for me. Also, talk to a friend or someone who is an

stress during the end of semesters, partially because of how different this year has been compared to her freshman year.

“I get very test anxious because most of my finals are comprehensive,” Reuter said.

“There is a lot of information on each exam, not to mention the fact that I’ve only taken about four in-person tests in the past two years due to COVID.” Reuter said she has hobbies and other things she likes to do to stay calm and composed during this time of the year.

She said she also recommends others do the same, such as going to the gym to manage stress.

Cramming information adds more stress so instead Reuter said she studies for her finals in advance to help reduce this anxiety.

“Creating a study schedule has helped me balance my internship, job, school assignments, studying and leisure activities,” Reuter said.

RISE and the university have several people and resources to help all students during the final exam season.

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There is a 15-word minimum on all classified ads. The first 2 words (max. one line) are bold and capitalized.

All ads will appear on dailytoreador.com at no additional charge. Please check your ad carefully on the first day of publication and notify The Daily Toreador of any errors.

We are only responsible for the first day’s incorrect insertion.

HIRING PARTTIME local convience stores.

Flexible hours. Weekly pay. Text 806‑281‑8477 for more information.

COPPER CABOOSE

Hiring bartenders, servers, hosts, line cooks & doormen (will train flexible hours). Free pool all day everyday.Call 806‑744‑0183.

Deadlines

Classified Line Ads: Placed and paid for by 11 a.m. one business day in advance.

Classified Display Ads: 4 p.m. three business days in advance. Please call for rates for display advertising.

UNFURNISHED

SERVICES

2/1 BEDROOM house near campus. 23rd & Boston. Private fenced yard. Walking distance. $755. Come by 4211 34th for appointment or call Ann 806‑795‑2011.

EZ DEFENSIVE Driving New Location RIVER SMITHS Free Food Included :) Cell 781‑2931. More Informa­tion www.LubbockClass.com

MATTRESS SALE

Mattress, Furniture. Student discounts. 5127 34th Street (34th & Slide). 785‑7253.

Payments All classifieds ads must be prepaid prior to publication by credit card, cash or personal check.

Checks should be made payable to The Daily Toreador.

For the fastest and easiest service, place and pay for your ad online!

Click on the “Classifieds” link on our website to get started!

Have a question? Email:

andrea.watson@ttu.edu Phone: 806.742.3384

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