The SGA’s Official Newcomers Guide to Texas Tech University
Texas Tech Student Government Association www.depts.ttu.edu/sga
Career Goals
12,000 Years of History
... and Still Discovering! Museum Exhibits
Outdoor Trails
lubbock lake
national historic
landmark
museum of texas tech university
2401 Landmark Drive 806.742.1116 Online: www.lubbocklake.ttu.edu
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NATIONAL RANCHING HERITAGE CENTER
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Student Government Association
Executive Officers
Faisal Hmoud President
Ebere Nwachukwu External Vice President
Taylin Antonick Internal Vice President
Jarett Lujan Graduate Vice President
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Jones AT&T Stadium
DATE
2021 Football Schedule OPPONENT
Sept. 4 Sept. 11 Sept. 18 Sept. 25 Oct. 2 Oct. 9 Oct. 16 Oct. 23 Oct. 30 Nov. 13 Nov. 20 Nov. 27
LOCATION
at Houston (NGR Stadium) Stephen F. Austin Florida International at Texas at West Virginia TCU at Kansas Kansas State at Oklahoma Iowa State Oklahoma State at Baylor
Houston Lubbock Lubbock Austin Morgantown, WV Lubbock Lawrence, KS Lubbock Norman, OK Lubbock Lubbock Waco
Sports Tickets 742-4412, 742-TECH www.texastech.com athletic.tickets@ttu.edu
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Contents
Essentials for Survival...... 7 Football Schedule............. 4 Map of Campus.......... 16-17 Raider Info Academics ...................... 8 Financial ...................... 10 Help ............................. 11 Housing ........................ 14 IT & Technical Support .. 18 Media ........................... 19 Parking, Etc. ................ 20 Tech Extras ................... 20
Stadium Diagrams Dan Law Field .............. 22 Jones AT&T Stadium ....... 4 United Supermarkets Arena .................................... 11 Student Government Executive officers ........... 3 Texas Tech Songs Fight Song & Matador Song ................. 5 Top Ten list .................... 23 Sponsors ........................ 24
Texas Tech Songs
Matador Song
Fight Song
Texas Tech University School Song Fight, Raiders, Fight! Fight, Raiders, Fight! Fight, Matadors, for Tech, Songs of love we’ll sing to thee. Fight for the school we love so dearly. Bear our banners far and wide, You’ll hit ’em high, you’ll hit ’em low. You’ll push the ball across the goal, Ever to be our pride. Tech, Fight! Fight! Fearless champions ever be, We’ll praise your name, Stand on heights of victory. Boost you to fame. Strive for honor evermore, Fight for the scarlet and black. Long live the Matador. You will hit ’em, you will wreck ’em Hit ’em, wreck ’em Texas Tech! And the victory bells will ring out. © 2021 Word Publications Published Cooperatively by the Texas Tech Student Government Association and Word Publications • Lubbock, Texas Phone 806.744.2220 • www.TexasTechWord.com
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Essentials for Survival Academics
Tech has a great learning environment. Each college has its own advising center, and college website that lists requirements for completing a degree. Ask questions. Find study partners. Professors can be helpful - find out when they have office hours, and if you need help, go talk to them. You’ll usually be pleasantly surprised at their responses. ........................................................See details, Page 8
Financial
Scholarships, financial aid, billing, and financial counseling are available. .................................................. See details, Page 10
Help
Tech offers help to students in all matters - from health services to tutors and a special Safe Ride program. .................................................. See details, Page 11
Housing
One great reason to live on campus is that you avoid commuter parking. Students can choose from a variety of on-campus living to accommodate special interests and needs. Lubbock offers many apartments for off-campus living. If you live off campus, allow 30 to 40 minutes to get to class. .................................................. See details, Page 14
Information Technology
Your Raiderlink account is vital to student survival. You register for class through the system and can also do library research online. Keep your password updated so you can access what you need. .................................................. See details, Page 18
Media/Communications
The Daily Toreador is the student newspaper. TechAnnounce is a message system sent daily to your Texas Tech email, keeping you informed about campus events. .................................................. See details, Page 19
Parking/Transportation
Parking is a challenge. Read the signs! Getting your car towed or a “boot” is no fun - and it’s expensive. Buses run all day and are great transportation. .................................................. See details, Page 20
Tech Extras
The Tech community offers activities and events for everyone. Movies, sports, clubs, museums, career planning, employment - if you need it, you can find it at Tech. .................................................. See details, Page 20
Keep this book handy!
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Raider Info
Texas Tech website............. www.ttu.edu
Academics
Academic Calendar
................................www.depts.ttu.edu/officialpublications/calendar
Academic Catalogs
.............................................. www.depts.ttu.edu/officialpublications
Academic Concerns
Agricultural Sciences, 108 Goddard, Range & Wildlife Bldg ............................................................................... ....806-742-2808 ..............................................www.depts.ttu.edu/agriculturalsciences Architecture, 1005 Architecture Bldg.......................... 806-742-3136 .............................................................................. www.arch.ttu.edu College of Arts & Sciences, 102 Holden Hall.............. 806-742-3831 .................................................... www.depts.ttu.edu/artsandsciences Rawls College of Business, 145 Rawls Business Bldg.... 806-742-3188 ............................................................www.rawlsbusiness.ba.ttu.edu College of Education, 103 Education Bldg................. 806-742-1997 ..............................................................................www.educ.ttu.edu Edward E. Whitacre College of Engineering, 100 Engineering Center.............................................. 806-742-3451 ...................................................................... www.depts.ttu.edu/coe Graduate School, Administration Bldg. 328............... 806-742-2781 ...........................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/gradschool Honors College, 103 McClellan Hall......................... 806-742-1828 ............................................................... www.depts.ttu.edu/honors/ College of Human Sciences, 142 Human Sciences Bldg..................... ................................................................................... 806-742-3031 ........................................................................ www.depts.ttu.edu/hs School of Law, 122 Law Bldg...................................... 806-742-3990 ................................................................................www.law.ttu.edu College of Media & Communication.......................... 806-742-6500 ................................................................... www.depts.ttu.edu/comc TTU Health Sciences Center, 3601 4th...................... 806-743-1000 .................................................................................www.ttuhsc.edu Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts........ 806-742-0700 .................................................................... www.depts.ttu.edu/cvpa Art - 742-3826; Theatre & Dance - 742-3601; Music ................................................................................... 806-742-2270 Worldwide eLearning................................................. 806-742-7227 ............................................................ www.depts.ttu.edu/elearning/
Active Learning & Undergraduate Engagement
233 Administrative Bldg............................................. 806-742-1095 ....................................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/calue
Admissions
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Undergraduate Admissions ........................................ 806-742-1480 .................................................................... www.admissions.ttu.edu Graduate Admissions ................................................. 806-742-2781 ...........................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/gradschool
Advising Center
........................................................................ www.advising.ttu.edu
Campus Calendar
........................................................................ www.calendar.ttu.edu
Class Attendance
You’re in college now, and mom and dad are not here to make sure you go to class. You will probably have some large classes in which your professor never takes roll. You are responsible for your own actions and your grades. If you give it a try, you may find that going to class isn’t that bad, and some days, it might even be fun -- and you could learn something!
Credit By Exam / Testing
The credit-by-examination program extends the opportunity to earn course credit by achieving successful scores on specified examinations. Students who have acquired college level knowledge can accelerate their progress toward a degree with course credit earned by examination. Academic Testing Services, 214 West Hall, P.O. Box 45002, Lubbock 79409...... 806-742-3671 ................................................................. www.depts.ttu.edu/testing
Correspondence Courses
Outreach & Distance Education, 3316 9th Street...... 806-742-7227 ............................................................. www.depts.ttu.edu/elearning
Cross-Cultural Academic Advancement Center
Administration, 101 Doak Hall.................................. 806-742-8681 ..................................................... www.depts.ttu.edu/diversity/ccaac
Graduate Admissions
................................................................................... 806-742-2781 ...........................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/gradschool
Graduate On Time
234 West Hall............................................................ 806-742-0876 .............................................................www.graduateontime.ttu.edu
Honors Courses
Honors Program, McClellan Hall............................... 806-742-1828 ............................................................... www.depts.ttu.edu/honors/
Library
Texas Tech Library, Hours......................................... 806-742-2251 Library Information.................................................... 806-742-2265 Southwest Collection, adjacent to the Library............. 806-742-3749 Main Campus Library........................................www.library.ttu.edu All Libraries............................. www.ttu.edu/academics/libraries.php
Orientation
Transition & Engagement.......................................... 806-742-2993 ......................................................www.redraiderorientation.ttu.edu
RaiderReady
IS1100 - Freshman seminar course designed for students to manage the transition from high school to Texas Tech ..........................................................http://www.raiderready.ttu.edu
Register For Classes
Raiderlink......................................................www.raiderlink.ttu.edu
Registrar
Admissions, 103 West Hall, Box 45015...................... 806-742-3661 ...............................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/registrar
S.O.A.R. Support Operations for Academic Retention (Study skills and tutors) Continued on page 10
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finaid.advisor@ttu.edu
806-742-3681
scholarships@ttu.edu
806-742-3144
Student Financial Aid & Scholarships Follow us on Social Media! @TTUFinancialAid
S.O.A.R. is an academic support service provided free of charge to students. Programs and materials are designed to assist students experiencing academic difficulty, as well as those seeking to improve their skills. A wide variety of services are available: • Free Peer Tutoring • Testing Accommodations • Individual Advisements • Self-Help Learning Lab S.O.A.R. also administers a mandatory learning strategies course (XL 0201) for students who are returning from scholastic suspension. 80 Holden Hall.......................................................... 806-742-3664 ...............................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/passcntr
Study Abroad
Office of International Affairs, 601 Indiana Avenue, Box 45004 Lubbock, TX 79409-5004.......................................... 806-742-3667 .................................................................. www.studyabroad.ttu.edu
Transcripts
103 West Hall............................................................ 806-742-3661 ........................................www.depts.ttu.edu/registrar/transcript.php
Financial
Billing (tuition & fees)
Student Business Services 301 West Hall............................................................ 806-742-3272 ........................................www.depts.ttu.edu/studentbusinessservices
Financial Aid
301 West Hall............................................................ 806-742-3681 .................................................................. www.financialaid.ttu.edu ............................................................................... www.fafsa.ed.gov Student Loan Payments Office, 335 West Hall
Financial Counseling & Education - Red to Black
Free financial planning, counseling and seminars for students. Red to Black, 201 Student Union .............................. 806-742-9781 .....................................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/r2b/
Scholarships
Scholarship Office, 205 West Hall.................................... 806-742-3144 www.applytexas.org.................................... www.financialaid.ttu.edu Continued on page 11
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Help
Alcohol Education
RISE........................................................................... 806-742-2110 Risk Intervention & Safety Education..............www.depts.ttu.edu/rise/ Student Health Services......................................................743-2848
Campus Safety (Non-Emergency)
University Police Department, (Campus Crimes Officer) 413 Flint..................................................................... 806-742-3931 .....................................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/ttpd
Counseling Center
Crisis/Personal Student Counseling Center 201 Student Wellness Center...................................... 806-742-3674 .......................................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/scc Serenity Center, south side of the Human Sciences building in the Center for the Study of Addiction & Recovery........... 806-742-2891
Diversity
Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.................. 806-742-7025 ............................................................. www.depts.ttu.edu/diversity/ LGBTQIA Education & Engagement Office . ........... 806-742-5433 201 SUB...................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/lgbtqia Safe Zone Program at the Student Counseling Center ................................... 201 Student Wellness Center, 806-742-3674 Continued on page 13
United Supermarkets Arena
STUDENT SECTIONS for men’s games, add sections 111, 113, 115 (lower levels)
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Emergency
Off Campus................................................................................. 911 On Campus..............................................................................9-911
First Year Raider Experience
Raider Ready - IS1100 - Freshman seminar course designed for students to manage the transition from high school to Texas Tech ....................................................................www.raiderready.ttu.edu ...........................http://www.depts.ttu.edu/studentengagement/fyre/
Harassment
Dean of Students office............................................... 806-742-2984
Health Concerns
Student Health Services, Student Wellness Center...... 806-743-2848 ...........................................................www.ttuhsc.edu/studenthealth
Information (directory)
TTU Campus Operator...............................................On-Campus 0 Off-Campus .............................................................. 806-742-2011 .......................................................................directory.texastech.edu
IT Services and Information
.............................................www.depts.ttu.edu/infotech/itlinks.php
Legal Concerns
Student Legal Services, 307 SUB................................ 806-742-3289 ........................................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/sls
Lost & Found
University Police Department..................................... 806-742-3931
Police
University Police Department.......... (non emergency) 806-742-3931 .....................................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/ttpd
Raider Ride
Get the app at . ...............................................transportation.ttu.edu
Student Conduct
Office of Student Conduct serves as the entity at Texas Tech to adjudicate the Code of Student Conduct for students. It is the central discipline office on campus for the university’s student community. .....................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/studentconduct
Student Health Services
Student Wellness Center Flint & Main......................................www.ttuhsc.edu/studenthealth Appointments:.............................................................806-743-2848 Pharmacy:....................................................................806-743-2636 How to use Student Health — A valid Texas Tech ID is required for clinic services. Students have a wide variety of choices for appointment times, and conflicts with class schedules are few. Students are NOT given excuses for missed classes due to a visit to the clinic. Medications — The pharmacy in the Student Wellness Center can fill most physician prescriptions. The pharmacy also offers over-thecounter medications. Insurance — Student Health Services is not a substitute for major medical insurance. Students should have their own insurance policies or be covered by their parents’ insurance. Students should carry an insurance card in case they need medical care not covered by the medical services fee. Continued on page 14
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Student ID/ Raider Card
The ID/Raider Card office is located in the Student Union building. Stop by to pick up your ID card which is your pass to the Rec Center, on-campus dining as well as commuter dining plans. Your ID gives you access to your residence hall, your student health services, and entry into athletic events. If you are ever in need of making copies of notes or printing off lectures you can use your ID card at the library to pay for any of these services. Be sure to hang onto your card as there is a replacement fee if the card is lost, stolen or damaged. Student ID Office, 104 SUB...................................... 806-742-1457 ..................................................................... www.raidercard.ttu.edu
Student Resolution Center
The Student Resolution Center is a safe place to bring concerns and find solutions. Conflict coaches provide neutral and informal services for all types of student-related concerns. 232-E Student Union....................806-742-SAFE or 806-743-SAFE ....................................... www.depts.ttu.edu/studentresolutioncenter
Student Services
Student Disability Services, 335 West Hall................. 806-742-2405 Office of Student Conduct, 211 Student Wellness...... 806-742-1714 Student Legal Services, 307 SUB................................ 806-742-3289 Student Union, Office, 203 SUB................................ 806-742-3636
Tutors
S.O.A.R. / Learning Center, 80 Holden Hall............. 806-742-3664 ...............................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/passcntr
Upward Bound Programs
119-G Doak Hall....................................................... 806-742-3616 .................................................... www.depts.ttu.edu/upwardbound/
Visitors Center
West Hall................................................................... 806-742-1480 .....................................................................www.gototexastech.com ...............................................................................www.visit.ttu.edu
Writing Fellows
University Writing Center.......................................... 806-742-2476 ...............................................................................www.uwc.ttu.edu
Housing
On-Campus Housing
YOUR TECH HOME. At Texas Tech, you can choose from many residence hall options, including suite and apartment-style living options. Room and board (dining) rates are competitive with the off-campus market and numerous programs and services are provided to on-campus residents. These include specialty floors designated for Honors, First Year Success, DISCOVERY!, and Transfer Connection. Students are encouraged to live in a Learning Community of their choice. These Learning Communities include Architecture and Design, Business, College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, Education, Engineering Success, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, Media & Communication, Men of STEM, PEGASUS, Prelaw, Transfer Connection, and Women in Science and Engineering, and Honors. Continued on page 18
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ttu.edu/testing
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Free high-speed Internet connections and basic cable services are provided in each student room as well as a card-access system for added security. Dining options are offered in traditional-style buffets, Sam’s Place Mini-markets, food court options in Stangel/Murdough, Wiggins, and the Student Union, and a food emporium in Bledsoe/Gordon.
Living on campus ensures that you’re where the action is – close to a variety convenient dining options, the Student Union, the Rec Center and sports facilities, your classes, the library, and more. You’ll develop friendships that will last a lifetime. You’ll be able to get involved through programs and events. You can even work with us. Positions are available for Community Advisors (CAs), Housing Ambassadors, student assistants, and dining assistants. For more information on campus living, dining or employment contact University Student Housing & Hospitality Services .................................................Box 41141, Lubbock, Texas 79409-1141 University Student Housing....................................... 806-742-2661 .........................................................................www.housing.ttu.edu Hospitality Services..................................................... 806-742-1360 .....................................................................www.hospitality.ttu.edu
Living with a Roommate Whether you have been best friends for a long time or you go “pot luck” on getting a roommate, the key to a successful relationship is to always respect your roommate. The first way to establish rapport with someone is to sit down together, get to know each other, talk about likes and dislikes, and establish some general rules of the room.
Off-Campus Housing Lubbock has a wide range of apartment and rental housing available to students who choose to live off-campus. You must have 30 college credit hours in order to live off-campus. Hospitality Services also offers commuter dining plans and guest tickets to students living off-campus. For more information, go to: www. hospitality.ttu.edu.
IT (Technology) Cybersecurity
TTU office of the CIO..................................806-742-4357 (HELP) .................................................................www.cybersecurity.ttu.edu
eRaider Account
Your eRaider account is your electronic identification. Your eRaider is a single username and password required to access many resources. Your eRaider account allows you to access your TechMail (e-mail), update your online directory information, access TTUnet (on-campus WiFi), access Raiderlink for registration and information, access Blackboard, enroll in computing short courses, take advantage of online training, and create a personal website with MyWeb...... www.eraider.ttu. edu
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Raiderlink
Raiderlink is your online campus connection. ......................................................................www.raiderlink.ttu.edu
IT Services for Students
A website dedicated to serving the computing needs of students. ....................................................................www.it4students.ttu.edu
Computer Assistance
IT Help Central, Administrative Support Center Room 101, 2903 4th St.................................806-742-4357 (HELP) ..................................................................www.ithelpcentral.ttu.edu ............................................................................ www.askIT.ttu.edu
Computer Lab Access
Advanced Technology Learning Center-ATLC Library in the west basement....................................... 806-742-1650 .........................................................................www.itts.ttu.edu/labs
Computer Training
...................................................................www.itts.ttu.edu/training
RaiderDrive
Via Raiderlink each student, staff or faculty member is allowed storage space, accessible from anywhere on the internet. Set up your RaiderDrive through Raiderlink. Storage space for RaiderDrive is combined with your MyWeb service to improve accessibility and simplify the management of these services. ......................www.raiderlink.ttu.edu-->click “student”-->upload file
Media
iTunes U at Texas Tech University
............................................................................www.itunes.ttu.edu
Publications
The Daily Toreador is the campus newspaper. The LaVentana is the yearbook for Texas Tech. The SGA publishes The Word during the fall semester each year as a student survival guide. The SGA also publishes the Raider Reader each year which is the official orientation booklet. The Daily Toreador, Media & Communication Bldg..806-742-3388 .....................................................................www.dailytoreador.com The Hub...................................................................www.ttuhub.net The Raider Reader.......................................www.texastechword.com The Word....................................................www.texastechword.com Keep up-to-date with daily announcements sent to your email. ............................................................... www.techannounce.ttu.edu
TV & Radio Station
KTTZ-TV, 17th & Indiana....................................... 806-742-2209 KTTZ FM..........................................................www.kttz.org / 89.1 KTXT........................................................... www.ktxtfm.org/raider/
Yearbook
La Ventana, Media and Communication Bldg............ 806-742-3388
YouTube
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Parking, Etc.
Bus Information
Student Government Association, 3rd Floor, SUB...... 806-742-3631 Citibus TTU On-Campus Routes FREE with Valid TTU ID........................................ 806-775-3640 Citibus.com/maps-and-schedules/#ttu-route-schedule Citibus Off-Campus Routes FREE with Valid TTU ID....................................... 806-775-3640 Citibus.com/maps-and-schedules/#fixed-route-schedule Citibus On-Demand $2.00/Ride Curb-to-Curb Transportation............... 806-775-3649
Motorist Assistance Program (MAP) on campus
* Flat tire? We will bring an air tank to inflate it or 1 can of fix-a-flat. * Out of gas? We will bring a gallon of gas to get you to the station. * Dead battery? We will provide a “boost” to get you on your way. * Locked your keys in the car? We will contact our partners and pay for them to help you unlock your vehicle as quickly as they can. .........................................................(806-742-6277) 806-742-MAPP
Night Ride
Night Ride is a shuttle service provided for on campus transport, after the daytime bus service stops. It is a curb-to-curb pickup and delivery to anywhere on campus. Requires a valid Tech ID and is FREE. . .................. 806-742-NITE
Parking
Parking Permits, Handicap Parking, Pay Ticket, Tow Yard, Boot Transportation & Parking, 2903 4th St.................... 806-742-PARK Parking Services................................................ www.parking.ttu.edu
Safe Ride & S Bus
Provided through Student Services fees, Safe Ride is for off campus. It runs from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. nightly. You must have a valid Tech ID, and it is FREE. You don’t have to be drunk. You will not be sent to AA. We won’t tell your parents......................... 806-742-RIDE
Alumni
Tech Extras
Texas Tech Alumni Association.................................. 806-742-3641 .................................................................. www.texastechalumni.org
Campus Activities & Involvement
Center for Campus Life, 201 SUB.............................. 806-742-5433 .................................................................... www.campuslife.ttu.edu Student Union & Activities, 203 SUB….................... 806-742-3636 ................................................................................www.sub.ttu.edu Student Organizations, 201 SUB…............................ 806-742-5433 ............................................................ www.techconnect.dsa.ttu.edu Tech Activities Board, 203 SUB…............................. 806-724-4708 ................................................................................ www.tab.ttu.edu
Chancellor
124 Administration Bldg............................................ 806-742-0012
Dining Plans
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www.hospitality.ttu.edu.............................................. 806-742-1360
Employment
Career Center, Wiggins Complex............................... 806-742-2210 .................................................................. www.careercenter.ttu.edu College Work-Study, Financial Aid Office, 310 West Hall................ ................................................................................... 806-742-3681 Part-time on/off campus employment, Financial Aid Office 310 West Hall............................................................ 806-742-3681
Family Weekend
Parent and Family Relations, in the SUB.................... 806-742-3630 1-888-888-7409................................................. www.parent.ttu.edu
Fraternity & Sorority Life
In the SUB................................................................. 806-742-5433 ........................................................................ www.depts.ttu.edu/fsl Interfraternity Council Multicultural Greek Council National Pan-Hellenic Council Panhellenic Council
Gameday Information
........................................................................... www.texastech.com
How To Get Involved!!
So, here you are in college. You’ve located all your classes and organized your room, now what? Maybe you were really involved in high school and you’re ready to jump right in at Tech. Or maybe you weren’t so involved in high school and want to get involved. There is a place for you in one of the 550 student organizations offered at Tech. Registered student organizations on campus are in a variety of areas, such as • College/Departmental • Coordinating Bodies • Spirit • Honorary-Professional/Scholastic • Recreational • Service • Religious • Special Interest • Social Fraternities & Sororities. Student Involvement in the Center for Campus Life ...................................................... www.studentinvolvement.ttu.edu Don’t be shy! Ask upperclassmen about their activities. Come by the SGA office and speak to your representatives about ways of getting involved. The SGA office is on the third floor of the SUB......... 806-742-3631
Homecoming
Tech Activities Board, 203 SUB................................. 806-742-4708 Alumni Association, McKenzie Merket Alumni Center..................... ................................................................................... 806-742-3641 .................................................................www.homecoming.ttu.edu
International Students
International Cultural Center, 601 Indiana................ 806-742-3667 ................................................................................www.iaff.ttu.edu
LGBTQIA Education & Engagement Office
201 SUB..................................................................... 806-742-5433 .................................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/lgbtqia
Museums
Lubbock Lake Landmark............................................ 806-742-1116 ........................................................www.lubbocklake.musm.ttu.edu TTU Museum, 4th & Indiana.................................... 806-742-2490 ........................................................................www.museum.ttu.edu National Ranching Heritage Center, 3121 4th........... 806-742-0498 ..............................................................................www.nrhc.ttu.edu
RaiderGate
............................................................ www.depts.ttu.edu/raidergate
Raider Jobs
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Recreational Sports / Club Sports
Student Rec Center..................................................... 806-742-3351 ....................................................................... www.recsports.ttu.edu
ROTC
Air Force, 3 Holden Hall............................................ 806-742-2143 ...................................................................www.depts.ttu.edu/afrotc Army, Media & Communication Bldg....................... 806-742-2141 ............................................................ www.depts.ttu.edu/armyrotc/
Software Downloads
.................................................................. www.itts.ttu.edu/software
Student Government Association (SGA)
Student Government Association, 3rd Floor, SUB...... 806-742-3631 ................................................................................ www.sga.ttu.edu
SUB (Student Union)
The Student Union is the living room of the campus. We provide an environment for relaxation and social interaction, opportunities for education and exchange of thought, and services for Texas Tech students, staff, faculty and our community. The Student Union Building is open at the following hours: Monday - Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday from noon to 11 p.m. ................................................................................www.sub.ttu.edu
Theatre
University Theatre, south of the Library..................... 806-742-3603 .......................................................................... www.theatre.ttu.edu
Tickets-athletic
Athletic Ticket Office, Jones AT&T Stadium............. 806-742-8324 Athletic Tickets................................................... www.texastech.com
Tickets-entertainment
Student Union Ticket Booth, 1st Floor, SUB............. 806-742-3610 .......................www.depts.ttu.edu/sub/reservations/TicketBooth.php
University Career Services
18th & Flint, Wiggins Complex................................. 806-742-2210 ................................................................ www.careerservices.ttu.edu
Visitors Center
West Hall................................................................... 806-742-1299 ...............................................................................www.visit.ttu.edu
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1. Establish a relationship with your professor on the first day of class, and set appointment times with them as needed. Your professor is the one doing the grading, so communicating is key to achieving success. 2. Stick to a study routine. Figure out the best times to study. Make sure to pick times that best suit you and your attention span. 3. Get involved with organizations on campus. Tech offers many organizations. Be it Greek life, an academic sorority or fraternity, or a service organization, there is something for everyone. 4. College can take a toll on your body both mentally and physically. Find time to exercise. This will provide a break from studying as well as help you stay in shape. 5. Take advantage of the services you pay for. Tech includes services such as a writing center, a career center, and tutoring opportunities that are paid through tuition. 6. Living on or off campus, having a meal plan allows students to choose from many different food options. Eat several healthy meals throughout the day to help you stay focused and physically fit. 7. Make use of the library at Tech. The library has several computer areas open to all students. They also have a digital media studio and a 3-D animation lab. 8. Establishing a set schedule at the beginning of the semester that outlines your “off ” days and study time will help maintain balance. 9. Raider Ride is a program the Student Government Association put in place to get students back home safely. Get the app at transportation.ttu.edu. 10. Double check your degree plan requirements every semester. Some colleges won’t let you register for classes without first meeting with an advisor, so be sure to check with your college. Many times students will think that transfer credits and/or CLEP test scores have been properly accounted for, but it’s best to get into the habit of actively checking what you have finished and what needs to be done. 23
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