Calendar of Events
Raider Welcome 2011
August 20 - August 27
Raider Welcome is a week-long series of FUN and FREE events designed to welcome new and returning students to Texas Tech. There are more than 15 events to pick from during this incredible week. Students, make sure you bring your Student ID to all events.
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Raider Welcome Service Project - Habitat for Humanity:
Take part in the Raider Welcome Service Project and join the Texas Tech Habitat for Humanity Chapter in building a home for a very deserving family. Meet at Res Hall Lobby 30 minutes before specified time to load the vans. Each residence hall is assigned to a day and shift. Max of 20 per shift.
- Monday, August 22
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Stangel/Murdough
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Wall/Gates
- Tuesday, August 23
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Chitwood/Weymouth
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Bledsoe/Gordon/Sneed
- Wednesday, August 24
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Horn/Knapp & Leadership/AI Area
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Murray/Carpenter/Wells & Coleman
- Saturday, August 27
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm: Hulen/Clement
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: RHA & Howdy TECHsans
Monday, August 22:
Red Raider Orientation - All new students to Texas Tech are required to attend a Red Raider Orienation session. Please visit www.redraiderorientation.ttu.edu for more information.
BSM 99 cent Steak Night - Join Baptist Student Ministries for the 26th annual 99 cent Steak Night! Not only do you get a great steak, but you also get a baked potato, salad, and a drink all for 99 cents.
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Urbanovsky Park
University Career Services Ice Cream Social - Come out for free yummy frozen treats and a sweet time! We'll be giving the scoop on picking a major and getting started on your career development so it won't be a "rocky road."
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Courtyard between Chitwood/Weymouth & Wiggins Complex
Target Back to College Shopping Event - Exclusive Shopping Event for Texas Tech Students! Students will be bussed from campus to Target. Target will be full of fun, prizes, special discounts, and music.
10:30 pm - 12:30 am | Canyon West Target | Busses run from Res Halls
Tuesday, August 23:
Red Raider Orientation - All new students to Texas Tech are required to attend a Red Raider Orienation session. Please visit www.redraiderorientation.ttu.edu for more information.
Student Disability Services Picnic - Join Student Disability Services for free hot dogs, chips, drinks, and relaxation!
11:30 am - 1:00 pm | Front Lawn of West Hall
Night at the SUB - Come FIT IN and experience all the Student Union has to offer. Hospitality Serivces will provide food samples from all teh great dining choices across campus while Student Union & Activities presents live music, comedy show, a free movie, and much more!
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm | Student Union Building
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Adam Pate, Caricature Artist - SUB West Basement
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Ultimate Golf Experience - SUB Allen Theatre Courtyard
- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Complementary Pool, Darts, & Foosball - SUB West Basement
- 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm: Student Organization Fair - SUB Ballroom
- 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm: Singer/Songwriter Winner - Benton Leachman - SUB Courtyard
- 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm: Alternative Fuels - SUB Matador Room
- 9:00 pm: Movie - SUB Allen Theatre
Wednesday, August 24:
Rediscover the Library - The Texas Tech University Libraries offer much more than just books! Your Library is a research super-center where you can access digital media labs, get reserach assistance, work on group projects and more! Come meet your personal librarian, grab a snack, and find out about all the Librarys' services for you.
10:00 am - 12:00 pm | University Library, Croslin Room
Day at the SUB - Come hang out in the SUB out of the heat!
- SOAR Learning Center Inflatable Obstacle Course - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | SUB Ballroom
SOAR to new academic heights this year with the Learning Center! Join us to learn about free tutoring services available to all Tech students ad test your agility on our inflatable obstacle course. - Student Disability Services Deaf Bingo - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | SUB Red Raider Lounge
Join SDS for a fun game of BINGO! - Transfer Connection Meet & Greet - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | SUB Allen Theatre Courtyard
All transfer students are welcome to come meet other transfer students and get to know the services and support Transfer Connection can provide. - RHA Meet & Greet Social - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | SUB Caprock Room
Living on campus this year? Come meet the Residence Halls Association executive board and learn more about ways to get involved in your Complex Council, RHA, Clean Up the Environment (CUTE) club, Carol of Lights planning committee, community service, leadership events, and much more! - TAB Matinee Movie - 3:00 pm | SUB Escondido Theatre
"The Big Something" - Join Campus Crusade for Christ for free pizza and drinks while enjoying playing sand volleyball games! This is a FUN social event with a raffle and prizes, music, and games.
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Rec Center Rugby Fields/Volleyball Courts
Thursday, August 25:
First Day of Class
Alcohol Edu - 8:00 am - 11:00 am or 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm | TLTC Room 151 (first floor of Library)
Join us for a special session to complete the required AlcoholEdu program. Your name will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win fabulous prizes!
TAB Comedian Night featuring Dan Adhoot - 7:00 pm | SUB Allen Theatre
Red Raiders... are you ready to laugh? Student Union & Activities and Tech Activities Board (TAB) present a night of comedy that is sure to tickle your funny bone and make you think! Come join hundreds of your friends as the very talented Dan Adhoot makes you laugh until your sides ache! Before the show starts, stop by and visit the Multicultural Student Organization Resource fair, grab some FREE food, and listen to live music.
- 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm - Multicultural Student Organization Fair, SUB Courtyard
- 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm - Refreshments & Entertainment, SUB Courtyard
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Comedian Show featuring Dan Adhoot, SUB Allen Theatre
Friday, August 26:
United Blood Service Blood Drive - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm | SUB North Parking Lot
Give the gift of life. Become a hero, donate blood. Appointments can be scheduled at www.bloodhero.com. UBS mobile unit will be out in front of the Student Union Building.
President's Luncheon - 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | SUB North Plaza
Join President Bailey and other Senior Administrators for a free lunch!
PEGASUS Welcome Event - 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm | North Engineering Key, outside Exercise Sports Science Building
The PEGASUS Program for First Generation College students would like to invite all FGS students to join us for a BBQ and to learn more about the PEGASUS program and how to join! There will be games, activities, and lots of food!
Rec 'em Tech Night with Rec Sports & RHA Casino Night - 9:00 pm - 1:00 am | Rec Center
Come join Rec Sports and RHA at the coolest spot on campus - Leisure Pool! While enjoying a relaxing evening hanging out with your friends at the pool, experience all that Rec Sports has to offer plus enjoy your evening playing Texas Hold 'em, Blackjack, and other casino games brought to you by RHA.