Student Orgs Weekly: Congrats Spring 17 Graduates
May 19, 2017 by Gary Mccrory
The following newsletter is sent out every week if there is information happening on campus or in the community that student organizations can benefit from. Although the announcement is sent out by the Center for Campus Life the contact for the various activities may not be in the Center for Campus Life, and will be listed in the each brief paragraph, in most cases the Center for Campus Life will not have any more information than is listed in this general email, and will direct you to the contact listed.
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General Announcements for Students,
Faculty, & Staff
The Involvement Ambassadors are a Student Organization created to engage students in involvement opportunities. The purpose of the organization is to connect student leaders, provide resources to existing and potential student organizations, and connect new and current students to existing student organizations. Being a part of the Involvement Ambassadors is a rewarding commitment, but a commitment nonetheless. Ambassadors are expected to handle themselves professionally while representing Texas Tech. APPLY HERE
Looking for a Summer Job?
Student Involvement is looking to hire a Student Assistant to help with special events and projects over the summer. The desired start date is June 1, 2017 and will continue to the end of Welcome Week on September 2, 2017. Please fill out the application and turn it into the Center for Campus Life on the second floor of the SUB above the Bookstore.
If you have any questions please email keri.shiplet@ttu.edu.
Resources & Opportunities for Registered
Student Organizations
Market Your Student Org's Events using SUB Table Tents!
Table Tents can be utilized by registered Student Orgs for event advertising at no cost to the organization. If you have an event you would like to promote please go to the following link to get more information: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/sub/UniversityGrounds/TableTentRegs.php.
On-Campus Opportunities for Students,
Faculty, and Staff
Family Weekend 2017
Save the date for Family Weekend 2017 - September 29th - 30th, when the Texas Tech Red Raiders take on the Oklahoma State Cowboys. Events will begin on Friday night of the weekend. Football and event tickets will go on sale in June 2017.
Need an easy way to connect with new members for your organization?
Host an event during Raider Welcome 2017!
Raider Welcome 2017 will take place August 20 - September 2, 2017 and is a great way to connect your organization to new students! And we will advertise the event for you! Last year, we had over 20,000 students attend Raider Welcome events in the fall. This is a great opportunity to highlight your organization and recruit new members! Don’t miss out!
Event submission forms are due May 15!
Looking for a Presentation or Speaker for your Organization?
Red to Black: Peer Financial Coaching
Topics Include: Creating Spending plans, Establishing and building credit, Maximizing financial aid, or Examining after college expenses
The most popular presentation is Money Habitudes, which explores habits and attitudes surrounding money through an interactive card game. To request a Peer Financial Coach to come to your student organization meeting, simply fill out our presentation form>>
For questions, please email us at redtoblack@ttu.edu or call 806-742-9781
Risk Intervention & Safety Education (RISE) Office
Topics Include:
- Alcohol/Drug Education, Healthy Relationships, Sexual Health, Mental Health, or Bystander Intervention
More information on the RISE Website>>
'Step-Up' Peer By-Stander Presentation
Step Up is a peer to peer bystander intervention program designed to teach students when and how to intervene regarding sexual violence, bullying, hazing, and other problematic behaviors typically found in the college campus environment.
If you or your organization are interested in this program you can request a presentation by clicking here. A program request can also be requested by filling out this form on OrgSync.
For questions, please contact Chris Medley at chris.medley@ttu.edu.
Off-Campus Opportunities for Students,
Faculty, and Staff
The Fourth on Broadway committee is looking for individuals or groups of people to help on the days of the events (July 2-4). Our four day event consists of La Raza on the Plaza Street Dance, Texas Country Freedom Fest, a Fun Run 5K, large parade, kids area, multiple daytime music stages, local art, an evening concert, fireworks show, and much more! Apply Here to Volunteer
Volunteering for the Fourth on Broadway has many perks including:
- Free catered dinner one week after the event
- Free T-shirt and other goodies
- Free meals the days of the events
- Recognition for your group or organization
- Hands on experience with one of the largest events in Texas!
Discounted Movie Tickets!
Stars and Stripes Drive-In is offering discounted rates at the Drive-In to all groups at Texas Tech. There regular ticket prices are $8 a screen for 2 features, but for groups (20-100 people) can offer tickets at a discounted price of $6 a ticket. To set up a group rate event please contact them at (806)-744-7827.
Important Information for Student Org Advisors
Center for Campus Life | StudentOrgs@ttu.edu | (806) 742-5433