Student Life

Wreck ’em Teach

Wreck 'Em Teach is a student organization in the College of Education dedicated to fostering relationships between future educators and the Lubbock community through student led events, alumni outreach, and service. Founded in 2023, Wreck 'Em Teach is one of the college's newest and proudest organizations, grounded in a unified desire to help future educators build a mental and physical toolbox that they can take with them into their classroom. After only our first year as a student organization, we were nominated for the Overall Outstanding Event award and the New Student Organization of the Year award, further proving our dedication to our members. Some examples of what we do include a mentor/mentee program to connect underclassmen with upperclassmen, work alongside the Burkhart Center for Autism to assist in their events, and plan our own events filled with crafts, games, and community to forge bonds between students. This organization is welcome to anyone who has an interest in teaching, regardless of if you're in the College of Education or not. We hope to meet you soon! 

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College Events

Future Teachers Learning Community

• Hulen Hall houses the Future Teachers Learning Community (FTLC), a unique and transformative community where students majoring in Education can live, learn, and socialize together.
• The Future Teachers Learning Community is led by Community Advisors who are members of the College of Education and offer tailored programming for students' specific academic and personal needs.
• Learning Community programs and events are planned and designed each semester by faculty and staff, including student staff. Students can select to live in the Future Teachers Learning Community when they sign up for housing online.
• Spaces in Learning Communities are limited, and assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis.

Register for housing online at the housing website.

Education Ambassadors

Ambassadors work with the college recruiter to plan events and support new students entering the college!

Learn more about our Education Ambassadors program

Study Abroad

Our Favorite Classes

We all love going to Red Raiders games, eating great food and maybe catching a movie at the Student Union Building, but you might be surprised to learn that we actually have fun in class, too!

Here are some of our students' favorite classes in the College:

EDTP 1100 - Teach Like your Hair is on Fire!

Ignite your Passion for Teaching! Dive into our Freshman Seminar: "Teach Like Your Hair Is on Fire!" and unleash your creativity and energy in this dynamic course designed to transform your approach to education. Whether you're dreaming of a future in teaching or just eager to make a difference, this seminar will equip you with innovative strategies, engaging techniques, and a fiery enthusiasm for inspiring others.

Ready to set your educational journey ablaze? Enroll now and let's kick off your path to becoming a teacher with a bang!

EDLL 2300 - Early Literacy in the School Setting

This Service Learning course gets you into the school where you want to be, and is available to all certification areas. Bring the joy of reading to local K-12 students!

“It gets our Texas Tech students off campus and into the community while addressing an educational need.”

— Prof. Dawn Burke

What are students saying about this class?

“This class is seriously so much fun! Going to elementary schools and reading picture books to kids for a grade is a dream and I loved it.”

“Professor Burke is a great teacher who is clearly very passionate about her job! This class is literally so amazing, you get an opportunity to go into the classrooms and work one on one with kids before you get to the student teaching period begins! Highly recommend!!!”

EDTP 2301 - The Education Effect – Confront issues with American Public Schools and consider the Costs and Benefits

This is a Service Learning Course that gets you into classrooms! Travel to public schools to tutor and support students in K-12 classrooms. Work with your professor to connect what you are learning in class to the reality of the classroom.

What are students saying about this class?

“I absolutely loved this class and I wish I could take it again. ”

“Course content is interesting, and her upbeat, passionate personality encourages the students to learn and stay engaged”

“Love, love, loved this class!”