Sponsored Events

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Sexism|Cinema Film Series: Master

Sexism|Cinema is a feminist film series. In 1965, the term "sexism" was coined. In light of this historical marker, Sexism|Cinema began in 2015 as film series which considers how sexism is embedded, endorsed, and/or challenged in the cinema. How far have we come in more than fifty years? How far do we have to go? Selected films feature women-identified protagonists, and our in-person screenings are followed by a 30-minute discussion led by expert guest speakers or Texas Tech faculty.

On September 7th at 7:30 PM, we will be screening Master, starring Regina Hall. Writer-director Mariama Diallo delivers a powerful debut feature with thrills, chills, and searing social commentary. As three women of color try to find their place at a prestigious New England university they're haunted by both the insidious elitism at the heart of the school and the malevolent presence that curses it. Following the film, Dr. Aretha Marbley of Texas Tech's Educational Psychology, Leadership, & Counseling department.

Alamo Drafthouse - 7:30 PM

Buy Tickets for Event here: https://drafthouse.com/lubbock/event/special-event-master-sexism-cinema.

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TLPDC Health and Wellness Sessions: Juggling "All the Things"

Open to all Faculy and Instructors. This series is offerd in partnership with the Humanities Center's 2022-2023 theme of Health. All sessions are held in person at the Teaching, Learning, and Professional Development Center, with a virtual option for remote faculty. 

TLPDC Room 153 / 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Register at: https://ttu.elementlms.com/wellness/

 

 

 

Sep.30 

John M. Howe Annual Lecture Series -  Dr. Christian Raffensperger and Dr.  Kenneth E. Wray

The Department of History at Texas Tech University is delighted to announce the inaugural John M. Howe 
Annual Lecture in Medieval and Early Modern History in fall 2022 in honor of Dr. John Howe, Professor of 
History

Escondido Theater/SUB - Refreshments: 5:30 PM - Lecture 6 PM

 

 

 

 

OCT.

3,10,17,24

Book Club: Frida Kahlo: And Illustrated Life by Maria Hesse

Join us for this engaging evetn! the theme of this event is around inclusiveness, accessibility, disabilities, health, and art grounded int he spirit of the disabled women's, #say her name, and Hispanic and Latina women's social movements. This event highlights how historically women, women of color, Latina women, and disabled women and their contributions to the arts are invisible and overlooked.

 5:30 - 7:00 PM

To register visit: https://guides.library.ttu.edu/fall2022bookclubfridakahlo

 

 

 

 

OCT.

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Sexism|Cinema Film Series: Dirty Dancing

 
Sexism|Cinema is a feminist film series. In 1965, the term "sexism" was coined. In light of this historical marker, Sexism|Cinema began in 2015 as film series which considers how sexism is embedded, endorsed, and/or challenged in the cinema. How far have we come in more than fifty years? How far do we have to go? Selected films feature women-identified protagonists, and our in-person screenings are followed by a 30-minute discussion led by expert guest speakers or Texas Tech faculty.

Spending the summer at a Catskills resort with her family, Frances "Baby" Houseman falls in love with the camp's dance instructor, Johnny Castle. Starring Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze.

Alamo Drafthouse - 7:30 PM

To buy tickets click here: Dirty Dancing Tickets

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TLPDC Health and Wellness Sessions: Daily Wellness Practices

Open to all Faculy and Instructors. This series is offerd in partnership with the Humanities Center's 2022-2023 theme of Health. All sessions are held in person at the Teaching, Learning, and Professional Development Center, with a virtual option for remote faculty. 

TLPDC Room 153 / 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Register at: https://ttu.elementlms.com/wellness/

 

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Chicana/x Latina/x Working Group

An affinity group. A SPACE where we come together to discuss Chicana Feminist thought, create camaraderie, research, write, & much more. The “x” in Chicana/x reflects the nonbinary gender identity to honor multiple socio-political identities and encompasses both Chicano and Chicana perspectives within the working group. This group is open to all.

2:00 - 5:00 PM

For more information contact: esther.de-leon@ttu.edu

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TLPDC Health and Wellness Sessions: Breathwork Techniques

Open to all Faculy and Instructors. This series is offerd in partnership with the Humanities Center's 2022-2023 theme of Health. All sessions are held in person at the Teaching, Learning, and Professional Development Center, with a virtual option for remote faculty. 

Register at: https://ttu.elementlms.com/wellness/

 

 

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TLPDC Health and Wellness Sessions: Destigmatizing Burnout

Open to all Faculy and Instructors. This series is offerd in partnership with the Humanities Center's 2022-2023 theme of Health. All sessions are held in person at the Teaching, Learning, and Professional Development Center, with a virtual option for remote faculty. 

TLPDC Room 153 / 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Register at: https://ttu.elementlms.com/wellness/

 

 

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TLPDC Health and Wellness Sessions: Classroom Stress Management

Open to all Faculy and Instructors. This series is offerd in partnership with the Humanities Center's 2022-2023 theme of Health. All sessions are held in person at the Teaching, Learning, and Professional Development Center, with a virtual option for remote faculty. 

TLPDC Room 150 / 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Register at: https://ttu.elementlms.com/wellness/

 

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Sexism|Cinema Film Series: Election

Sexism|Cinema is a feminist film series. In 1965, the term "sexism" was coined. In light of this historical marker, Sexism|Cinema began in 2015 as film series which considers how sexism is embedded, endorsed, and/or challenged in the cinema. How far have we come in more than fifty years? How far do we have to go? Selected films feature women-identified protagonists, and our in-person screenings are followed by a 30-minute discussion led by expert guest speakers or Texas Tech faculty.

A high school teacher meets his match in an over-achieving student politician. Starring Reese Witherspoon and Matthew Broderick.

Alamo Drafthouse - 7:30 PM

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Sound of Metal Screening

More infromation on this event coming soon.

Alamo Drafthouse - 7:30 PM

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Chicana/x Latina/x Working Group

An affinity group. A SPACE where we come together to discuss Chicana Feminist thought, create camaraderie, research, write, & much more. The “x” in Chicana/x reflects the nonbinary gender identity to honor multiple socio-political identities and encompasses both Chicano and Chicana perspectives within the working group. This group is open to all.

2:00 - 5:00 PM

For more information contact: esther.de-leon@ttu.edu

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TLPDC Health and Wellness Sessions: The House of Wellness

Open to all Faculy and Instructors. This series is offerd in partnership with the Humanities Center's 2022-2023 theme of Health. All sessions are held in person at the Teaching, Learning, and Professional Development Center, with a virtual option for remote faculty. 

TLPDC Room 153 / 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Register at: https://ttu.elementlms.com/wellness/

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Sexsim|Cinema Film Series: A Fantastic Woman

Sexism|Cinema is a feminist film series. In 1965, the term "sexism" was coined. In light of this historical marker, Sexism|Cinema began in 2015 as film series which considers how sexism is embedded, endorsed, and/or challenged in the cinema. How far have we come in more than fifty years? How far do we have to go? Selected films feature women-identified protagonists, and our in-person screenings are followed by a 30-minute discussion led by expert guest speakers or Texas Tech faculty.

Marina, a trans woman who works as a waitress and moonlights as a nightclub singer, is bowled over by the death of her older boyfriend. Starring Daniela Vega, Francisco Reyes, and Luis Gnecco.

Alamo Drafthouse - 7:30 PM

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Chicana/x Latina/x Working Group

An affinity group. A SPACE where we come together to discuss Chicana Feminist thought, create camaraderie, research, write, & much more. The “x” in Chicana/x reflects the nonbinary gender identity to honor multiple socio-political identities and encompasses both Chicano and Chicana perspectives within the working group. This group is open to all.

2:00 - 5:00 PM

For more information contact: esther.de-leon@ttu.edu