Residence Halls Association

The Residence Halls Association (RHA) serves as the voice for students who live within the residence halls on campus. RHA is the second-largest student organization at Texas Tech University, representing every student who lives on campus. RHA provides many programs and activities to enhance the living environment in the residence halls and to encourage the exchange of ideas. There are many opportunities to make lifelong friendships as well as create useful networks of contacts through the university's professional staff and university administration.

Signature Events

RHA is proud to be an active member of the campus community and hosts a variety of highly anticipated signature events throughout the year.

Raider Welcome
RHA will host several events during this welcome period to campus in the fall semester in conjunction with Texas Tech Student Involvement. Events vary from year to year.
Say Hey RHA
A week of events that showcases RHA and everything the organization can do for residents. Specific events vary from year to year but can include activities such as a movie screening, karaoke, trivia, and T-shirt tie-dyeing.
Homecoming
The Residence Halls Association (RHA) proudly participates in Homecoming festivities alongside organizations from across campus. Throughout the week, RHA takes part in spirit competitions, serves as judges for Homecoming Court, hosts celebratory events for residents, and encourages students to get involved in the excitement and campus traditions.
Safe Treat
The Residence Halls Association (RHA) partners with the Student Activities Board (SAB) to host a safe and family-friendly Trick-or-Treat event in the Student Union Building. Campus organizations come together to decorate booths, pass out candy, create interactive games and activities, and engage with guests, providing a fun, festive, and safe Halloween experience for the community.
Corn Maze
Hosted in collaboration with the Student Activities Board. The organizations provide free transportation and admission to At’l Do Farms, where students can engage in fall activities.
Celebrations Around the World
This program showcases the diversity at Texas Tech University. Celebrations Around the World traditionally includes diverse performances, education about other cultures, and activities.
Carol of Lights
This is one of the university's largest traditions and something very special that RHA has a hand in planning. This event is dedicated to ringing in the holiday season and includes a ceremony where the lights of campus are turned on.
Winter Raider Welcome
RHA will host several events during this welcome period to campus in the spring semester in conjunction with Texas Tech Student Involvement. Events vary from year to year.
Diversity Week Program
RHA organizes this program to celebrate diversity.
Spring Fling
At this event, students can celebrate the end of the academic year with games, sports, food, and each other's company.

Get Involved

Get involved where you live!

Every residence hall offers a unique community and a variety of programs designed to make your hall feel like your home away from home. Throughout the academic year, your Community Advisor (CA) hosts events that help you connect with campus resources, build friendships, explore your community, develop new skills, and create lasting memories.

Getting involved is easy! Introduce yourself to your CA and the professional staff in your building, attend the free programs and events, and keep an eye out for flyers, digital signage, and other event announcements. If you're not sure where to start or have questions, stop by your hall office—we're here to help!

Attend an RHA Event

RHA hosts programs and events throughout the academic year and would love to see you there. Check out the RHA calendar of events on TechConnect.

Tutoring in the Halls

At Texas Tech, your success is our priority. Through a partnership between University Student Housing, the Learning Center, and the Undergraduate Writing Center, students living on campus have convenient access to free tutoring and academic support.

Check out more information about tutoring here: Residential Tutoring | Housing | TTU.