Texas Tech Today Newsletter http://www.depts.ttu.edu/communications/newsletter Texas Tech Today is an electronic newsletter providing the latest on Texas Tech University research, alumni and sports news, philanthropy and other areas of campus life. en-us Mon, 5 Mar 2010 13:51:00 +0200 Mon, 5 Mar 2010 13:51:00 +0200 Katie Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 The collaboration with Vestas will allow Texas Tech to participate in innovative wind energy research. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/university-partners-with-leading-wind-turbine-manufacturer/ news New Campaign to Raise Awareness of Campus Visitors Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Red bags are being distributed to better denote prospective students on campus. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/new-campaign-to-raise-awareness-of-campus-visitors/ news Knight Raiders Win Second Straight National Championship Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 The Texas Tech chess team claims the President's Cup event in Washington, D.C. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/knight-raiders-win-second-straight-national-championship/ news Women's Rodeo Captures Southwest Regional Title Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Even with two events left in the season, the Red Raiders qualify for nationals. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/womens-rodeo-captures-southwest-regional-title/ news Burkhart Center to Offer Autism Resource Support Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 The center received a grant to assist families raising a child diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/burkhart-center-to-offer-autism-resource-support/ news Equestrian Team Members Advance to Nationals Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Students will compete at the National Intercollegiate Horse Show Association's national championship. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/equestrian-team-members-advance-to-nationals/ news Faculty Honored for Excellence in Teaching and Research Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 The annual Faculty Honors Convocation recognizes the very best in academic teaching, research and service. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/faculty-honored-for-excellence-in-teaching-and-research/ news Debate Team Secures Historic Finishes at National Event Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Team finished third in tournament sweepstakes and fifth in season sweepstakes, which are both program bests. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/debate-team-secures-historic-finishes-at-national-event/ news Ashley Wenzel Chosen as New Masked Rider Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Houston-area native accepts the reins to Midnight Matador, becoming the 51st Masked Rider. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/ashley-wenzel-chosen-as-new-masked-rider/ news Cheer Squad Places Third at National Competition Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Texas Tech competed against more than 270 teams from across the U.S., Canada, Costa Rica and Japan. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/cheer-squad-places-third-at-national-competition/ news School of Law Launches New Master of Laws Degree Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 The program targets graduates of foreign law schools interested in understanding the U.S. legal system. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/school-of-law-launches-new-master-of-laws-degree/ news Father, Daughter Highlight Engineer Honorees Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 The award recognizes the most outstanding alumni of the College of Engineering. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/father-daughter-highlight-engineer-honorees/ news Faces Behind Raider Red Revealed Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Jordaine Holden and Erik Gonzalez transferred their duties at the Passing of the Guns ceremony. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/faces-behind-raider-red-revealed/ news Gov. Perry Appoints New Student Regent Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Suzanne Taylor, whose term begins June 1, is the seventh student to serve on the Board of Regents. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/gov-perry-appoints-new-student-regent/ news Junction Campus Researchers Receive $1.1 Million Grant Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant will aid in developing a watershed protection plan. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/junction-campus-researchers-receive-1-1-million-grant/ news New Book Provides Essentials to Achieve Lasting Recovery Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Professors Sterling Shumway and Thomas Kimball based their writings on research and clinical work. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/new-book-provides-essentials-to-achieve-lasting-recovery/ news Renowned Beef Expert Addresses 'Pink Slime' Controversy Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Professor Mindy Brashears says pulling beef from the marketplace puts cost in shaky position. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/renowned-beef-expert-addresses-pink-slime-controversy/ news Vice Provost Selected as American Council on Education Fellow Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Valerie Paton will conduct research focusing on strategic and master planning during her term. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/vice-provost-selected-as-american-council-on-education-fellow/ news Math Professor Inducted as American Statistical Association Fellow Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Clyde Martin also was recently named a Jefferson Science fellow and will work next year at the U.S. Department of State. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/math-professor-inducted-as-american-statistical-association-fellow/ news $1.5 Million Grant Helps Researchers Address Quail Decline Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 The Institute of Environmental and Human Health will use the funding to assess diseases and contaminants. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/1-5-million-grant-helps-researchers-address-quail-decline/ news Alumnus Secures Dream Job as Goin' Band Director Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 While at Texas Tech Duane Hill was a member of the band and served as drum major. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/alumnus-secures-dream-job-as-goin-band-director/ news Student Honored as Youth Volunteer of the Year Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Megan Williams succeeds in balancing a full course load, a part-time internship and a full-time job. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/student-honored-as-youth-volunteer-of-the-year/ news Good Business: Finance Student Making Early Gains Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Liliana Carlos, who came to Texas Tech from Mexico, excelled during Wall Street internship. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/good-business-finance-student-making-early-gains/ news Rawls College of Business Students Go Hollywood Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Professor Francisco Delgadillo's class creates movies praising Texas Tech's diversity. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/rawls-college-of-business-students-go-hollywood/ news Students Help Create College-Going Culture in Region Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 The students are spearheading a new statewide initiative called Generation Texas. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/students-help-create-college-going-culture-in-region/ news Apparel Students Take Garments From Trashy to Classy Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Dresses made from plastic bags, phone books and coffee filters were displayed at the university library. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/apparel-students-take-garments-from-trashy-to-classy/ news GEAR Provides Students with a Glimpse of Their Future Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Student mentors prepare for engineering careers while inspiring schoolchildren to do the same. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/gear-provides-students-with-a-glimpse-of-their-future/ news Denim Designs Hit the Catwalk in TechStyle 2012 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Field-to-fashion lesson culminates in this annual show. http://today.ttu.edu/2012/04/denim-designs-hit-the-catwalk-in-techstyle-2012/ news Home Loans in the New (Financial) World Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Is the American Dream giving you nightmares? Here are a few tips to successfully navigate the mortgage process. http://www.texastechalumni.org/?sid=1422&gid=1&pgid=252&cid=1623&ecid=1623&crid=0&calpgid=376&calcid=1082 news Call for Top Techsan Staff Award Nominations Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Do you know a full-time staff member who consistently goes above and beyond? Nominate them today. http://www.texastechalumni.org/?sid=1422&gid=1&pgid=252&cid=1622&ecid=1622&crid=0&calpgid=376&calcid=1082 news 2012 Masters Tournament Trip: Bucket List Realized Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Still skeptical? This year's Masters raffle winner, her family, and one lucky TTAA staffer aren't. http://www.texastechalumni.org/s/1422/index.aspx?sid=1422&gid=1&pgid=252&cid=1618&ecid=1618&crid=0&calpgid=376&calcid=1082 news Adventure Seekers Wanted Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 No experience required. Join Hall of Fame Coach Marsha Sharp on a spectacular Fall Foliage cruise through eastern Canada and New England. http://www.texastechalumni.org/s/1422/3col.aspx?sid=1422&gid=1&pgid=578 news 2012 TECHSPY Awards Honor Texas Tech's Brightest Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Annual awards event recognized the best student-athletes, coaches and administrators. http://www.texastech.com/genrel/050712aaa.html news Season Football Ticket Sales Open To The Public Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Season Tickets start at $149; Tech to face Texas, Oklahoma and West Virginia at home this season. http://www.texastech.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/050112aaa.html news Tres Amigos: Players Provide Cornerstone of Program Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Red Raider Seniors Have Won More Than 350 Matches For The Red And Black. http://www.texastech.com/sports/m-tennis/spec-rel/041912aab.html news The Big Time Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:36:00 -0600 Tim Proudfoot has stepped into the Red Raiders starting shortstop position as a freshman. http://www.texastech.com/sports/m-basebl/spec-rel/041112aag.html news