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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Censorship threatens free speech

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Guest Column: Welcome Letter from new Student Regent, Annabi

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Grad school welcomes a range of students

As an undergraduate, I used to envy my peers poised for graduate school. It seemed like something that wasn’t meant for students like me. I was proud to earn a C … Read moreLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Grad school welcomes a range of students

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Hospitality responds to healthier options in dining halls

Hospitality Services and the department dietitian continually work to establish the Smart Choices Wellness Program as a resource for the campus community. In addi… Read moreLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Hospitality responds to healthier options in dining halls

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Hospitality responds to dining hall advertisements

Hospitality Services strives in offering numerous avenues of nutrition education for our campus community through the Smart Choices Wellness Program. The departme… Read moreLETTER TO THE EDITOR: Hospitality responds to dining hall advertisements

LETTER TO THE EDITOR - Big 12 change gives Tech a positive opportunity

After years of being the laughingstock of the Big 12, Texas Tech University will be a powerhouse in a conference that is soon to be a close second to the SEC. Read moreLETTER TO THE EDITOR - Big 12 change gives Tech a positive opportunity

LETTER TO THE EDITOR - True crime stories raise popularity on unsolved mysteries

Whether it’s through podcasts, Youtube channels or TikTok accounts, true crime is fascinating the country. People love to follow along with cases like Gabby Petit… Read moreLETTER TO THE EDITOR - True crime stories raise popularity on unsolved mysteries

LETTER TO THE EDITOR - Grades should not represent students knowledge

Why are grades important in determining a student’s knowledge of a subject being presented to them? Often students are told if they do not receive a passing grade of a C in any given course, they will not receive that credit.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR- Action needed to prevent crimes in Lubbock

Stop pretending that the reports on crimes against property aren’t rising. Stop pretending that Lubbock wasn’t labeled as the third most dangerous city in the nation for the year 2021.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR - Social media validation is not the way to a happy life

In the past two decades, the way people live their lives have completely shifted. Society is consumed by social media.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR-Student vouches for Big 12 to stay in tact

Chancellor welcomes MSU to Texas Tech University System

Schovanec welcomes students back to campus

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Letter to the Editor: Tips for managing stress during finals

As the semester comes to close, stress is running high. If we’re being honest, this academic year has been tough. Between the pandemic, election season, social anxiety, isolation, maintaining relationships, increasing racial injustice and eve…

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: “Never Forget” applies to 9/11 victims in past, continued future

On Sept. 11, 2001, thousands of first responders rushed selflessly into ground zero to fight for the lives of civilians. In the weeks and months that followed, responders would continue to work at the site as they searched for and repaired wh…

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Smollett acquittal highlights inequality in criminal justice system

The case of Jussie Smollett, actor in the television show “Empire,” has reached numerous climaxes during its twists and turns the last few months. What’s surprising, in this case, is the lack of collaboration between the Chicago Police Depart…

LTTE: Recent nurse indictment poses more questions about medical field

Regarding your opinion of March 4, 2019, on the Tennessee nurse indictment, as a nurse and patient safety professional, I have a few points for your consideration.

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LTTE: Hillsong United not representative of Tech values

I am a proud faculty member of Texas Tech University, an institution I believe in for its ability to effect change and to promote diversity.

LTTE: Action lies in hands of students

Editor’s Note: These Letters to the Editor are responses to the recent “Frat Chat” messages that surfaced on social media. The DT asked people to send in their thoughts and reactions through our social media pages on Friday, June 22. These le…

LTTE: Students need training, not expulsion

Letter to the Editor: Leisure Pool needs updates, repairs

I have enjoyed and used the Leisure Pool at the Robert H. Ewalt Student Recreation Center since its opening in 2009.

Letter to the Editor: Tech men’s basketball team deserves full recognition

Last night I witnessed another fantastic win by our Red Raider basketball team. Congratulations to Coach Chris Beard and this amazing team that has brought so much pride and fun to everyone that has a Texas Tech tie. It’s unbelievable how Bea…

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: No health care plan will fix U.S.

With the transition to a new administration, we have seen many attempts to change the current Democratic healthcare plan, Obamacare.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Powerholders should not be immune to sexual assault probes

Harvey Weinstein, Bill Cosby, Louis C.K., Bill Clinton and the current president of the United States Donald Trump all have something in common.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Citizens should not overlook politicians sexual assaults

Former Alabama judge and Republican U.S. Senate candidate, Roy Moore, has a fifth victim of sexual assault step forward with claims of harassment.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Kapernick's Citizen of the Year title shows reason for political movements

A man who knelt during the national anthem and disrespected our troops has been elected as GQ Magazine’s Citizen of the Year.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Military health coverage should include more needs, not wants

On Nov. 13, 2017, NBC News reported the Department of Defense spokesperson Dana White said in a statement that the military’s health coverage paid for the gender reassignment surgery for one of its service members.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Graduation changes may mean more money, longer graduation wait

In a recent email, students were notified Texas Tech is looking for ways to impact the way graduation is executed.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Keurig boycott nonsense

Sunday morning, Nov. 12, I woke up, checked Twitter and promptly realized something was weirder than normal: an impressive feat in 2017.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Gun forum fails to include student group

My name is Quinn Cox, and I am the Southwest Director of Students for Concealed Carry.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Veterans Day weekend highlights NFL protests

The NFL has been the subject of controversy over the last year because of the protests taking place.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR — In favor of opting in

We write in response to a recently published opinion piece titled, “Organ donors save lives without trying,” published on April 30 in The Daily Toreador.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR — Schovanec’s statement on executive order lacks real concern

I wanted to comment on Texas Tech President Lawrence Schovanec’s statement on the recent executive order by President Donald Trump.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR — Tech political organizations strive for harmonious coexistence

A select number of students has been active and unbiased in their attempts to inform the student body post-election.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR — Bystander effect root of student section’s problems

I have recently seen a multitude of posts floating around the internet about the unsportsmanlike conduct of Texas Tech students at football games. I’ll be honest.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR — Math department chair responds to student concerns

This letter is in response to the column by Alex Olges published in The Daily Toreador on Thursday and titled “Some Texas Tech instructors not qualified to teach.”

LETTER TO THE EDITOR — Math department maintains high standards

*Editor’s note: the following is in response to the personal opinion column “Some Texas Tech instructors not qualified to teach” from Thursday’s issue of The DT.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR — Pirayesh: Meat industry guts federal guidelines

Every five years, the U.S. government issues dietary guidelines to inform the American public of the most up-to-date science around food and nutrition and to offer advice concerning healthful dietary choices.

Cartoons

Tech athletes face pressures of celebrity label

Student athletes are put on a pedestal by others; this is harmful to their attempts at everyday life in university.

Raider Red takes down Baby Jay

There’s no place like Tech! The Red Raiders will face off the Kansas University Jayhawks at 6 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Jones AT&T Stadium.

Beto and Abbott race to the top in 2022 midterm election

Nov. 8 is Election Day! This election will determine many local and federal positions, including the choice for Texas governor.

TTU VS Murray State cartoon

The Masked Rider and Dunker will face one another in the first football game of the season Sept 3.

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