In addition to figuring out roommates for next year, if and where one will live off campus, rent, food and all the other responsibilities of next year’s housing, prioritizing safety should be included when planning for next year.
The Texas Tech School of Veterinary Medicine has selected David Dutton to join their team as a professor of large-animal veterinary surgery, according to a release sent out by the Veterinary School. He will begin his duties today.
In a virtual town hall hosted on Tuesday evening, Representative Dustin Burrows announced the state of Texas had administered 42,992 tests for COVID-19 statewide and had confirmed 3,266 positive cases and 41 related deaths.
The City of Lubbock has confirmed 23 new cases of COVID-19 as well as an additional death as of 5 p.m. in a news release on Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases in Lubbock County to 100 with two deaths.
The need for testing kits continues to be an issue, as the COVID-19 pandemic impacts the lives of many. Texas Tech Health Sciences Center Interim President Lori Rice-Spearman provided her thoughts on this issue and what people should consider regarding how testing is conducted.
The City of Lubbock Solid Waste Department announced it will be modifying its operational hours with respect to COVID-19 concerns in a news release on Tuesday.
Dr. David C. Fleeger, president of the Texas Medical Association (TMA), released a statement in support of Governor Greg Abbott's statewide Stay Home Mandate.
The Volunteer Center of Lubbock will use Get Connected to put nonprofit organizations in contact with volunteers, according to a news release on Tuesday.
The City of Lubbock announced its annual watering lawn restrictions will become effective April 1 in a news release on Tuesday.
The City of Lubbock Vital Statistics Office confirmed it will close its lobby at 4 p.m on April 2 in a news release on Tuesday.
The City of Lubbock confirmed local libraries will no longer be providing curbside service as of March 30 in a news release on Tuesday.
After 26 additional cases of COVID-19 were confirmed in Lubbock County as of 5 p.m. Monday, the county case total has reached 77 cases.
A student at the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center tested positive for COVID-19 Monday.
President Lawrence Schovanec named Jamie Hansard the Vice President for Enrollment Management in an email from the Office of the President on Monday.
Aaron Davin Pan has been named the new Executive Director of the Museum of Texas Tech University, as announced by University Provost Michael Galyean today. Pan will assume his duties beginning on May 18, at which time he will also receive a faculty appointment as associate professor of practice.
The Texas Tech University Information Technology Division has developed a basic Cybersecurity Awareness training program that will be administered to employees online beginning the second week of April.
With 51 total COVID-19 cases and one related death to the virus in Lubbock County, Lubbock Mayor Dan Pope issued a stay-at-home order effective 11:59 p.m. Sunday to 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 3.
The City of Lubbock confirmed its first COVID-19 related death in a news release on Saturday. The individual was a male in his 60s who had underlying health conditions and was a resident of Lubbock, according to the release.
Stepping into a grocery store amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, barren shelves have become the norm. But, despite what consumers see, experts say there is no need to panic as the supply chains for food items and household staples remain intact.
The City of Lubbock announced that there are four new cases of COVID-19 as of 4 p.m. on Friday.
Officials with the City addressed issues surrounding the COVID-19 cases confirmed at Whisperwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center during a news conference Friday evening.
Texas Tech football head coach Matt Wells and his wife Jen donated a significant gift to the South Plains COVID-19 Response Fund on Friday.
In a news release on Friday, the City of Lubbock confirmed six additional cases of COVID-19 associated with Whisperwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
As Tech continues to provide assistance to the Tech community during the COVID-19 pandemic, President Lawrence Schovanec sent out an email on Friday saying refunds and credits for housing and dining will be awarded to those affected students.
As the extended break comes to an end, Texas Tech students and faculty are getting ready for the start of online classes this Monday.
Texas Tech University System Chancellor Tedd Mitchell and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Interim President Lori Rice-Spearman discussed the TTUHSC’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic in a live-stream hosted on Friday morning.
Texas Tech President Lawrence Schovanec addressed the campus community through a video regarding information on online classes, graduation and refunds for campus dining and housing Friday morning.
As a part of the Clery Act, the Texas Tech Police Department notified the university’s students about a sexual assault on campus that happened in the Kinesiology Building on Thursday.
After four additional COVID-19 cases were confirmed in Lubbock County, the county's case total reached 23 Friday.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to threaten the health of people across the globe, many are taking precautions to stay safe. But taking precautions online may not be at the forefront of people’s minds.
The City of Lubbock Health Department sent out a news release on Thursday confirming two employees of Lubbock nursing facility Whisperwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday.
Due to the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19 and the subsequent financial impact, Texas Tech has made revisions in its hiring process.
Below is a list of resources to aid the community during the fast-paced societal changes during COVID-19.
UPDATE: The investigations of the five additional cases of COVID-19 reported by the City of Lubbock are all currently ongoing. Three of the individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 are between the ages of 40 and 50, while one of them is between the ages of 15 and 25 and the other is betw…
As COVID-19 has continued to spread in Lubbock, Texas Tech has been proactive in making changes with Hospitality Services. Two dining options that are still available for students include the Chick-Fil-A at the Student Union Building and Sam’s Place West at Wiggins.
Members of Texas Tech have made changes regarding parking and transportation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A fifth declaration of disaster for Lubbock and the postponement of the May 2 general election to Nov. 3, 2020 were approved during a Lubbock City Council meeting Tuesday.
Amid COVID-19 concerns, Tech has moved through the various phases of the Emergency Remote Work Status Operational Phases. President Schovanec announced in an email on Tuesday Tech will begin transitioning to Phase IV.
On Tuesday, Lubbock Fire Rescue tweeted about a local scam that is attempting to use their name. The scam consists of fraudulent phone calls asking for funds on behalf of Lubbock Fire Rescue, according to the tweet.
The Big 12 Universities, including Texas Tech, will host a Big 12 Virtual Career Fair for students to meet employers across the nation on March 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
As a way to inform people about the government's efforts to provide food during the COVID-19 pandemic, one former Texas Tech professor engaged the Lubbock community through a virtual lecture Tuesday.
UPDATE: As of 4 p.m on Tuesday, the City of Lubbock released a statement confirming two additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases of COVID-19 in Lubbock county to 14. The additional cases are individuals between the ages of 15 and 25 and 50 and 60, according to the rel…
After limitations went into place Friday, March 20, regarding "essential services", city officials provided an update and clarification today on what businesses fall under that designation.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Texas Tech Office of International Affairs is postponing the 2020 Global Vision Awards Ceremony and dinner.
A single-entrance policy will be implemented for most facilities on the Texas Tech campus starting Monday. The policy will allow for one unlocked entrance during business hours.
Officials with the City of Lubbock addressed six weekend cases of COVID-19 in Lubbock during a Sunday news conference.
Social distancing has played an important role amid the outbreak of COVID-19 as it helps people stop the spread of germs throughout the community by not going out or being in physical contact with people.
Tech Together student body presidential candidate Hunter Heck started a petition for Tech students to sign offering a pass/fail option for classes due to COVID-19.
With more COVID-19 cases in Lubbock, city officials addressed efforts to prevent the spread of the virus and potential community exposure locations.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Texas Tech University has cancelled all in-person commencement ceremonies originally scheduled for May 15 and 16.
With the rise of COVID-19 cases across the state, representatives from University Medical Center and Covenant Health addressed how the two institutions will test Lubbock residents.
Lisa Gilliland, executive director of Lubbock Meals on Wheels, discussed changes they've made to their meal delivery process amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Lubbock Meals on Wheels is continuing to deliver to those in need during the pandemic by taking precautions.
With the global awareness about Coronavirus increasing, The Daily Toreador sat down with UMC Hopsital employee Aaron Canham to learn the best way to prevent catching it. Canham talks through the ways the virus can spread, and the importance of washing your hands to avoid it.
With the recent influx of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) news, The Daily Toreador has collected all of our coronavirus related coverage in one place, so you can stay up to date on the virus and its impact on Texas Tech and the Lubbock area.
Texas Tech football head coach Matt Wells and his wife Jen donated a significant gift to the South Plains COVID-19 Response Fund on Friday.
In a news release on Friday, the City of Lubbock confirmed six additional cases of COVID-19 associated with Whisperwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
As Tech continues to provide assistance to the Tech community during the COVID-19 pandemic, President Lawrence Schovanec sent out an email on Friday saying refunds and credits for housing and dining will be awarded to those affected students.
As the extended break comes to an end, Texas Tech students and faculty are getting ready for the start of online classes this Monday.
Texas Tech University System Chancellor Tedd Mitchell and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Interim President Lori Rice-Spearman discussed the TTUHSC’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic in a live-stream hosted on Friday morning.
Texas Tech President Lawrence Schovanec addressed the campus community through a video regarding information on online classes, graduation and refunds for campus dining and housing Friday morning.
As a part of the Clery Act, the Texas Tech Police Department notified the university’s students about a sexual assault on campus that happened in the Kinesiology Building on Thursday.
After four additional COVID-19 cases were confirmed in Lubbock County, the county's case total reached 23 Friday.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to threaten the health of people across the globe, many are taking precautions to stay safe. But taking precautions online may not be at the forefront of people’s minds.
The City of Lubbock Health Department sent out a news release on Thursday confirming two employees of Lubbock nursing facility Whisperwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday.
Due to the ongoing outbreak of COVID-19 and the subsequent financial impact, Texas Tech has made revisions in its hiring process.
Below is a list of resources to aid the community during the fast-paced societal changes during COVID-19.
UPDATE: The investigations of the five additional cases of COVID-19 reported by the City of Lubbock are all currently ongoing. Three of the individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 are between the ages of 40 and 50, while one of them is between the ages of 15 and 25 and the other is betw…
As COVID-19 has continued to spread in Lubbock, Texas Tech has been proactive in making changes with Hospitality Services. Two dining options that are still available for students include the Chick-Fil-A at the Student Union Building and Sam’s Place West at Wiggins.
Members of Texas Tech have made changes regarding parking and transportation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
