Welcome to Red Raider Orientation!
Below is the schedule of events!
All times are CDT (Central Daylight Time).
| TIME | ACTIVITY | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Red Raider Orientation Check-In Receive information and supplies that will help make your orientation experience a success. Check-In is required for all students and guests. |
Student Union Building (SUB) Red Raider Ballroom |
| 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | College Check-In & Major Change Check in with your academic college. If you would like to change your major, you may do so at this time. |
SUB Red Raider Ballroom |
| 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Academic Hold Removal Take care of Housing, Immunization and/or Texas Success Initiative (TSI) holds. |
SUB Red Raider Lounge |
| 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Orientation Modules Reminder To remove your Red Raider Orientation hold, use this time to complete your online modules. |
University Library (1st Floor Computers) |
| 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Take Your Student ID Photo Have your photo taken. Uploaded your photo before? Pick up your ID later today! |
University ID Office (SUB 105) |
| 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | WAKE UP with Student Success Sponsored by Academic Innovation & Student Success. Start your day with a cup of coffee and meet members of your Student Success team! |
SUB Courtyard |
| 9:00 a.m. - 9:20 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. | Transfer Connection Maximize your transfer experience at Texas Tech with community, leadership, and mentorship. Peer mentors will share ways to get involved, build connections, and find a community. |
SUB Matador Room (2nd Floor) |
| 9:00 a.m. - 9:20 a.m. & 9:30 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. | Red Raider Families: Supporting Your Student’s Transition Join Parent & Family Relations to learn how you can best support your Red Raider through a successful transition to Texas Tech! |
SUB Mesa Room (2nd Floor) |
| 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Official Red Raider Orientation Welcome This is your official welcome to Texas Tech! This session is mandatory for all students. |
SUB Allen Theatre |
| 10:30 a.m. - Noon | College Welcome, Advising & Course Registration Learn about your academic college and prepare for registration. You are led to this session, and your college will facilitate advising and registration. |
Various Locations |
| 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Orientation Information Table Stop by to ask general questions about your schedule or get directions. We are here to help! |
SUB Food Court |
| 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Individual Meetings: Student Financial Aid & Scholarships, Student Business Services,
and Military Benefits Get your questions answered on financial aid, paying the bill, and/or military benefits! |
SUB Red Raider Lounge |
| 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Quiet Space Need a break and a quiet space? Come relax and practice mindfulness while you're here. Hosted by TechThrive. |
SUB Llano Estacado Room |
| Noon - 2:00 p.m. | Lunch Use your meal card to choose from Texas Tech’s dining options. Guests purchase meals on their own. |
Various Locations |
| 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Campus Resource Fair Learn how campus departments can support your success at Texas Tech. |
SUB Red Raider Ballroom |
| 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Apartment Fair Learn about off-campus student living options. |
SUB Red Raider Ballroom |
| 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Student ID Pick-Up A valid government ID is required for pick up. |
SUB Red Raider Ballroom |
| 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Walking Campus Tour First time in Raiderland? Get to know our beautiful campus! Tours last approximately 30 minutes. Last tour departs at 1:30 pm. |
Orientation Information Table |
| 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Red Raider Orientation Check Out Before you leave orientation, stop by to checkout with our staff and learn brief next steps to preparing for your first semester. Checking out is mandatory for all students. |
SUB Courtyard |
| 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Library Tours Join the University Library and Undergraduate Writing Center for an interactive tour to learn more about academic resources. FREE swag! |
University Library Front Desk |
| 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | University Recreation Center Tours Take a self-guided tour and see many ways to maintain your health as a Texas Tech student! |
Robert H. Ewalt Student Recreation Center |
| 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | It's Official! You're a Red Raider! Stop by the Texas Tech Seal to celebrate joining the Red Raider Family. You're officially official, take all the pics and share! |
Texas Tech Seal |
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2. Click “Red Raider Orientation.”
3. Click “Download Guide.”
Orientation Services
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Address
West Hall 205, Lubbock, TX 79409 -
Phone
806.742.2993 -
Email
orientation@ttu.edu