Global Techsan Welcome Days
Intl. Undergraduates | Intl. Graduates | Parent Session | Shuttle|
Global Techsan Days - 1 PM - 5 PM CST
August 18th (F1 Graduate Students)
August 19th (F1 Undergrads, J1's of all levels & makeup date for F1 Graduate students)
Global Techsan Welcome Days are designed to answer questions unique to you as an international student. The Office of International Affairs has designed this with you in mind to help guide you through your transition into Texas Tech and the culture of West Texas. Professionals who know what you are about to go through will discuss the people, programs, groups, materials, and resources that will help you achieve great success as a student here at Texas Tech University! This is a mandatory event for all International students.
Graduate Students*
August 18th, 1 PM - 5 PM. Pre-registration required
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* Can't make the session on the 18th due to departmental obligations? Register instead for the session on the 19th, as the content is the same, outside of additionally offering a parent & family session for undergraduate families
Undergraduates, J1's (All levels) AND makeup day for graduate students needing such accommodations
August 19, from 1 PM to 5 PM. Pre-registration required.
About the Parent Session |
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We will host a parent session on August 18th at 2:15 at International Techsans Day. Parents of both undergraduate and Graduate students are welcome to attend. This will be an open forum where you can ask questions and receive information from staff from across the International Office. After the session, you're welcome to stay for the remainder of the orientation, or you are in short walking distance to the following locations:
New Undergraduate Marlon and his parents attend Global Techsans Welcome Day Fall 2026 |
Shuttle Information |
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A complimentary shuttle will leave from the Library Parking lot to the International Cultural Center about every 10 minutes. Shuttle pick-up location - Library Parking lot on Boston Ave (lot R03). Look for the “Comma” sculpture between the SUB & library. Shuttle Times - shuttle service offered between 12:40 and 1:15 PM and then again at 5 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
I am a J-1 Student. Which orientation should I attend?
What Orientations do I need to attend?
Undergraduates: Must attend 2 orientations
- Red Raider Orientation:
- Mandatory with TTU Orientation Services.
- In-person
- Global Techsans Day:
- Mandatory for International Affairs
- In-person
Graduate students: Must attend 2 orientations, plus any additional ones offered by your college if you will work as a TA or RA
- Virtual New Graduate Student Orientation:
- Mandatory for the Graduate School
- Graduate Global Techsans Welcome Day.
- Mandatory for International Affairs
- In-Person
I am not an F1 Student. Can I still attend orientation?
It is not uncommon to have new TTU students who have grown up in another country but are in the USA as domestic students or non-F1 visa holders.
If you would like to attend one of our international orientations, we welcome you! Please contact kathleen.cade-gerzon@ttu.edu to get registered.
Information For Admitted International Students
For Undergraduate Students only
Congratulations on your admission to Texas Tech University! We're here to help you
with the next steps to becoming a Red Raider!
Where can I find Temporary Housing before I move into my dorm/apartment?
TTU housing does not offer any type of temporary housing for students. There are a lot of preparations that go into getting the rooms ready before students arrive between the Summer II semester and Fall.
However, we have put together a list of possible stay options that you can use while waiting.
Please visit our Dorms and Housing page for more information.
We also work with Visit Lubbock and local hotels to offer discounted hotel rates for you. You can find these hotels on the same page as our temporary housing options.
On-campus dining plans and how to refill accounts
The great part about these plans is if you ever want family to refill your account from back home, they can!
View the TTU Hospitality Services website to learn more!
https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hospitality/
Will there be a parent session?
We love meeting our students' parents, and we greatly appreciate how far you have come to see your student off.
We will host a parent session on Wednesday, August 19th at 2:15 at International Techsans Day. Parents of both undergraduate and Graduate students are welcome to attend. This will be an open forum where you can ask questions and receive information from staff from across the International Office.
Will Buses run before classes start?
On-campus buses will not be available until the day classes start.
This means that for your international orientations and RRO, you need to plan your transportation in advance. Transportation in Lubbock is limited as a whole. Locals rely on personal vehicles or ride shares such as Uber or Lyft.
Ride shares allow you to book a ride through an App. The driver will then come and pick you up and take you to your location. Payment and communication are all done via the app. The two most popular in the USA are Uber and Lyft.
Taxis are also available. If you are staying at a hotel, the front desk may be able to help you arrange a ride.
Setting up a Bank Account
What will Global Techsans Day Cover?
In the Global Techsans Welcome Day Orientation, we will provide insight into:
- Health care and insurance in the US
- Risk-intervention, safety intervention, and US laws
- The chance to meet your international student advisers (DSO)
- How to maintain your immigration status
- Campus life and how to thrive in your new environment
- Learn about the numerous resources available around campus designed to help you THRIVE mentally, physically, academically, financially, emotionally, and socially!
- Engage with Global Guides and new peers face-to-face
- Parent Session (2:15 PM at the Undergraduate Global Techsans Day Only)
Important Dates
Keep these dates in mind when booking flights. Be sure to give yourself time to settle in and overcome jet lag as well.
- Dorm Move-in Date: Aug 20th -23rd 2026
- Early Move-in Letter from Housing: For international students only - Coming Soon
- Airport Pick-up August 11th - 17th 2026
- New Graduate Student Orientation (hosted by TTU Graduate School): August 20th, 2026. Virtually hosted by the Graduate School.
- Classes Begin: August 24th, 2026
International Affairs
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Address
601 Indiana Avenue, Lubbock, TX 79409-5004 -
Phone
806.742.3667 -
Email
oia.reception@ttu.edu