Texas Tech University Math & Science Club

The Texas Tech University Math & Science Club offers students, parents, and teachers the opportunity to explore a wide variety of academic and career opportunities in mathematics and scientific fields. The club is sponsored by Texas Tech University, the National Science Foundation Innovation through Institutional Integration (I³) program, and the TTU Independent School District.

Club members are invited to explore all the content hosted here. Not a member? Click here to join the club!

Broadcast 9: Medical Technology

Would you like to be on the cutting edge of technology in the medical field? Did you know that clinical laboratory professionals play a critical role in diagnosis, treatment and preventative health care? Begin by checking out the Club Coordinators' introduction to Medical Technology: Medical Technology Intro. Next, you're invited to join us for Wade Redman's presentation as he shares with us the different avenues available to gain certification and the different areas of expertise that are covered under this field. Tune into this featured broadcast by clicking on the broadcast window below.

Featured presenter: Wade Redman, Assistant Professor at TTUHSC, Clinical Laboratory Science Assistant Program Director

Broadcast 8: Pathology

Ever wonder how doctors make important decisions concerning patient treatment? We will take a look at what must be done in order to treat skin cancers, lymphomas, and leukemia. A patient's treatment is often determined by the quality of the slides from a biopsy. First, check out the Club Coordinators' introduction to Pathology. Next, join us for Dr. Ownbey's presentation as he shares his career path of Pathology and what that involves on a day-to-day basis. Tune into this featured broadcast by clicking here

Featured presenter: Dr. James Ownbey, Covenant Health Partners

Broadcast 7: Electrical Engineering - Micro Machines

What does MEMS stand for? How about Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems? Join us as we learn about the technology of small machines, the research pertaining to them, and what you could do if you are interested in this field of engineering. First, check out the Club Director's introduction to electrical engineering by clicking here. Then, tune in to our featured broadcast by clicking here.

Featured presenter: Dr. Tim Dallas, Associate Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering

Broadcast 6: Aerospace Engineering - NASA

What is a payload integration safety engineer? Have you ever wondered what the commander's seat of a space shuttle really looks like? How does NASA test objects in space? Join us as we visit with our speaker, Clint Lively, a payload safety engineer that works closely with NASA . If you have an interest in the space program or the International Space Station, this is a broadcast that you will not want to miss! Tune into the second of our two-part series covering aerospace engineering by clicking here.

Featured presenter: Clint Lively, ISS Payload Integration Safety Engineer at The Boing Company

Broadcast 5: Aerospace Engineering (with Introduction)

Have you ever wondered what an aerospace engineer really does? How does one become an aerospace engineer? Check out the club coordinator's introduction to this field of study: Aerospace Engineering -- Intro. Our first speaker of this two part series, Dr. Michelle Pantoya, will give insight not only on what it takes to become an aerospace engineer, but also on the types of projects that aerospace engineers play a significant role in (such as how combustion propellants are used for aerospace applications). Tune into the first broadcast of this series by clicking here.

Featured presenter: Dr. Michelle Pantoya, Professor, TTU Department of Mechanical Engineering

Broadcast 4: Atmospheric Science - Forensic Meteorology

This week we take a look at a branch of the forensic sciences that is a little different from what you might expect from watching television shows such as CSI. Did you know that weather often plays a major role in legal cases ranging from personal injury - to divorce - to even murder? Our featured broadcast dives right into the world of forensic meteorology with the help of AccuWeather.com Meteorologist Dr. Joe Sobel! Click here to tune in to our final broadcast in the atmospheric science series.

Featured presenter: Dr. Joe Sobel, Meteorologist for AccuWeather Products and Services

Broadcast 3: Atmospheric Science -
Hurricanes, Tropical Cyclones & Typhoons

Would you like to be a storm tracker or someone that does research and studies natural disasters? If so, don't miss our newest club broadcast as we dive deeper into the research that goes into natural disasters. Our featured presenter, Richard Krupar III, delivers the second part of the three-part atmospheric science series with a discussion of hurricanes, tropical cyclones, and typhoons. Click here to tune in!

Featured presenter: Richard Krupar III, Field Coordinator of the Texas Tech Hurricane Research Team

Broadcast 2: Atmospheric Science & Broadcast Meteorology

Check out our new broadcast featuring television meteorologist Lisa Meadows! In addition to discussing the life of studying weather for television, Lisa also introduces us to the world of tornadoes. Lisa is the first featured speaker in our three-part series on Atmospheric Science. Click here to tune in.

Featured presenter: Lisa Meadows, KLBK Morning Meteorologist

Upcoming Broadcast Series: Atmospheric Sciences

Want to be a Meteorologists but don't want to be on television? Once you check our our series on the different branches of meteorology, you may not have to. Three expert speakers will discuss broadcast meteorology, climatology, operational meteorology, physical meteorology, and forensic meteorology. Also discover facts about weather and various natural disasters. Click here to see our club directors' introduction!

2012 Broadcast Archive Now Online!

Our second 2013 broadcast is coming soon! In the meantime, we invite you to check out our YouTube Channel featuring all our broadcasts from last year! We covered a wide range of topics such as forensic ornithology, pyrotechnics, and environmental toxicology!

Broadcast 1: Engineering, an Overview

Do you ever think about designing state-of-the art buildings or new gaming devices? This installment of the Texas Tech University Math & Science Club will give you an exciting introduction to engineering. This is a career with many paths, so click on the broadcast here to learn about them and see if one is right for you!

Featured presenter: Dr. Dean Fontenot, Senior Director of the TTU T-STEM Center