Texas Tech University

Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Initiatives

HSI Staff and Students

Since the fall of 2019, Texas Tech University has been designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). This federal designation enables Texas Tech to apply for grant funding to better resource, access, retain, and graduate Hispanic students. While this designation is centered on minoritized, rural, low-income, and Pell-eligible students, the funding from these grants creates broader resources benefiting all students. To achieve this status, Campus Access & Engagement and other campus partners gathered data to become a Title III- and Title V-eligible institution and show Hispanic, full-time enrolled, undergraduate enrollment was at 25% beginning in the fall of 2017. The Texas Tech community is proud of its HSI designation and works to continue ensuring access and opportunity to all students through the benefits of this designation.

Our Mission

Our mission is to utilize federal grants and our Hispanic Serving Institution designation to increase student access, retention and graduation rates.

Our Vision

Our vision is to empower every member of our campus community to achieve their fullest potential, through enhanced access to resources, support for academic and personal growth, and a strong connection with the Lubbock community. We aim to be a leader in providing an environment where every student is equipped for success and prepared to make a positive impact on the world around them.

Programs & Initiatives

Hispanic-Serving Instutition Week

This week includes events and discussions to foster and promote conversations about the benefits of being a Hispanic-Serving Institution. All events and programs during the weeklong celebration are open to the Texas Tech and Lubbock communities. 

HSI Student Ambassadors

Hispanic-Serving Institutions 101 Professional Development

This 30 minute to 1-hour professional development experience is designed to educate attendees on the basics of being a federally designated HSI. Attendees walk away with a better understanding of the HSI designation, how it positively influences TTU’s campus, and how emerging research and best practices can help shape their role in advancing intentional service to all our students. 

Pursuing the Seal of Excelencia

In partnership with Excelencia in Education, Texas Tech has engaged in thoughtful conversations and workshops that aim to make TTU a thriving HSI. It is our intention to continue our pursuit of the Seal of Excelencia through intentional data disaggregation, practice, and leadership.  

HSI Essay Contest

2025 HSI Essay Contest Winners:

  • Names: ​
  • 1st – Rishka Vats​
  • 2nd – Israel Reyes​
  • 3rd – Janaea Pedregon

Questions? Contact andrea.Moreno-Juarez@ttu.edu

Events

September 2025

HSI Week 2025
Sept. 8–12 | Texas Tech University


Events at a Glance

Monday, Sept. 8
El Mercadito: HSI Week Kickoff
11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Red Raider Plaza

Tuesday, Sept. 9
Lotería Night
6–7:30 p.m. | Doak Hall, Study Lounge RM 100

Wednesday, Sept. 10
Envision the School Year
4–6 p.m. | Doak Hall, Study Lounge RM 100

Thursday, Sept. 11
Water Bottle Decorating
11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Doak Hall, Study Lounge RM 100

Friday, Sept. 12
Cafecito y Consejos
9–11 a.m. | Doak Hall, Study Lounge RM 100

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HSI Summit
September 19, 2025

Our reservations are full! Please visit the HSI Summit page to be added to the waitlist.


For additional information, please contact:

Andrea Moreno Juarez, Ph.D.
HSI Director
andrea.moreno-juarez@ttu.edu

Sara Martinez, M.Ed
Title V. HSI Grant Program Manager
sara.ad.martinez@ttu.edu

Prospective and current students needing assistance, please contact:

Nick T. Harpster, Ph.D. 
Student Success Specialist 
nick.harpster@ttu.edu

Kristi Gonzales​
First-Generation Administrator​
kristi.m.gonzales@ttu.edu 

Campus Access & Engagement