Events

Sexual Health Peer Educator Tabling

Monday, February 27th | 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. | Between the SUB and the Library

Peer Educators will focus on sexual health issues and misconceptions in this educational tabling between the SUB and the library. This tabling will offer educational information on sexual health and debunk any myths about sexual health that students may have. 

Peer Educator Interest Meeting Three

Wednesday, March 1st | 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. | Drane 249

Students interested in becoming RISE Peer Educators can attend this meeting at Drane 249 and learn more about the perks of being a Peer Educator and how they make a difference and help their peers and the Texas Tech Community. 

Alcohol and Other Drugs Peer Educator Tabling

Monday, March 6th | 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. | Between the SUB and the Library

In this educational tabling, students can learn about alcohol and other drug safety from trained RISE Peer Educators. Information and resources about the use of alcohol and other drugs will be provided. 

Accessible Online Mental Health and Diversity Week Peer Educator Tabling

Monday, March 20th | 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. | Between the SUB and the Library

Peer Educators will offer accessible online mental health and discuss Diversity Week in this educational tabling. Students will be able to gather information regarding accessible online mental health and gain a better understanding of what diversity means. 

Donuts 4 Downloads

Tuesday, March 21st | 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. | SUB Foyer/Food Court

Students can attend this free and educational event to learn about mental health resources and apps. Students who download mental health apps can receive donuts and juice.

Tie Dye-Versity

Tuesday, March 21st | 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. | Red Raider Plaza near the library

Join RISE in creating your own tie dye shirt to celebrate diversity week!

Donuts 4 Downloads

Wednesday, March 22nd | 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. | SUB Foyer/Food Court

Students can attend this free and educational event to learn about mental health resources and apps. Students who download mental health apps can receive donuts and juice.

Pre-Registration Fair

Wednesday, March 23rd | 11:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. | SUB Ballroom

Students can attend this one-stop shop to make a plan to resolve holds, explore major and minor options, and schedule a future appointment with an academic advisor. Stop by RISE's table to get resources to get wellness and academic resources. 

Feed Your Body and Soul Peer Educator Tabling

Monday, March 27th | 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. | Between the SUB and the Library

In this educational tabling, Peer Educators will educate students about healthy body image and eating disorders. Peer Educators will also discuss the events happening during Feed Your Body and Soul Week and how students can get involved. 

Clothesline Project Exhibit

Monday, March 27th - Friday, April 14th | M-F, 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M., Sat. 10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M., Sun. 12:00 P.M. – 4 P.M. | South Gallery in Art Building

The  Clothesline Project (CLP) is a project that began on Cape Cod, MA, in 1990 to address the issue of power-based violence. Through this exhibition is an unprecedented way of educating others on power. The colors of the shirts differentiate the multiple forms of violence to turn statistics into shirts. The movement gives a voice to those who have been silenced, sending the message that help is available and there is a path to healing. 

HPV/STI Clinic 

Friday, March 31st | 10:00 A.M. - 3 P.M. | SUB Matador Room 

Join RISE and the City of Lubbock Health Department for this testing and vaccine clinic. STI and HPV tests will be available to students, and hepatitis B and shingles vaccines are offered for staff and faculty. Participants must bring their insurance card but will be helped regardless of status. To receive results, participants will visit the City of Lubbock Health Department clinic.

Elizabeth Smart – Guest Speaker  

Friday, March 31st | 6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. |SUB Ballroom

As a part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Title IX welcomes Elizabeth Smart, former abductee and sexual assault survivor, to speak about her journey. Women & Gender Studies, Office of LGBTQIA Education & Engagement, and RISE will provide resources.  

 

Other Events & Ways to Get Involved

• Feb13

  Exhale Call for Art

  Monday, February 13, 2023 - Fri , March 24, 2023 (all day)

  Where: Drane Hall

  RISE is sending out a call for original visual and performance art for the third annual Exhale exhibit for sexual assault survivors. Participants are encouraged to submit any physical type of expressive artwork that depicts their journey and/or experience with sexual assault or expressing their support for survivors.

• Mar21

  Donuts 4 Downloads

  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Where: SUB Food Court

  Students can attend this free and educational event to learn about mental health resources and apps. Students who download mental health apps can receive donuts and juice.

• Mar21

  Tie Dye-Versity

  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

  Where: Red Raider Plaza

  Join RISE in creating your own tie dye shirt to celebrate diversity week!

• Mar22

  Donuts 4 Downloads

  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Where: SUB Food Court

  Students can attend this free and educational event to learn about mental health resources and apps. Students who download mental health apps can receive donuts and juice.

• Mar29

  Wellness Resource Fair

  12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

  Where: SUB Outdoor Courtyard

  Stop by the Wellness Resource Fair to get information and resources from RISE, UREC, Hospitality Services, Student Counseling Center, Center for Collegiate Recovery Communities, Office of LGBTQIA Education & Engagement, Title IX, Department of Nutritional Sciences, Student Health Services, Learning Center & Supplemental Instruction, Student Disability Services, and other campus partners.

• Mar31

  STI and HPV Clinic

  10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

  Where: Matador Room Student Union Building

  Join RISE and the City of Lubbock Health Department for this testing and vaccine clinic. STI and HPV tests will be available to students, and hepatitis B and shingles vaccines are offered for staff and faculty. Participants must bring their insurance card but will be helped regardless of status. To receive results, participants will visit the City of Lubbock Health Department clinic.

• Apr28

  R.A.D. Self-Defense Training

  4:00 PM - Sat , April 29, 2023 4:00 PM

  Where: See Description

  Rape Aggression Defense, or R.A.D., is Texas Tech's self-defense training that is open to all female-identifying students. Two Day Spring Session: April 28th from 4pm – 7pm April 29th from 9am - 4pm Location: Sign up at the link to receive more information.