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. | 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 and pick up your ID later. |
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 |
| 8:45 a.m. - 9:10 a.m. & 9:15 a.m. - 9:40 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) |
| 8:45 a.m. - 9:10 a.m. & 9:15 a.m. - 9:40 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 |
| 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Red Raider Orientation Closing Before you leave orientation, learn your next steps as you prepare for your first semester at Texas Tech. This session is mandatory for all students. |
SUB Allen Theatre |
| 2:30 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 |
| 2:30 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 |
| 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | First Pic at the Texas Tech Seal To conclude your orientation, stop by and take your picture as an official Texas Tech Red Raider! Tag your photos with #imARedRaider. |
Texas Tech Seal |
Download the RRO Schedule
1. Search “Texas Tech Events” in your app store and download.
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