As Texas Tech students have experienced what life is like away from home after their first year in college, now they need to decide their living arrangements next year.
Renters insurance is a form of protection that some people may disregard; however, this insurance could be impactful in multiple ways.
When people think of owning a pet in college, they often think of what it will be like to have a four-legged companion to snuggle with at night. However, they may not consider just how much time and money really goes into owning a pet.
When looking for an apartment, one may consider proximity to work, space or rent. Quality safety and security features are other considerations people may miss while searching for a place.
As I sat down to figure out my housing situation for next year sometime in the fall semester, I remember distinctly thinking ‘It’s time. I have to move off campus for my senior year.’
As a student, the decision to live on campus or off campus presents various advantages and disadvantages that make deciding what to do difficult.
With so many living options for students, it can be difficult to decide between living on campus or off. Several apartment complexes around Lubbock were designed with students in mind.
Five hacks for making moving easy
Living off campus is part of the college experience. Here are some things to think about when considering your off-campus destination:
There are some items you may want to keep easily accessible on moving day. After a long day, no one wants to unpack 15 boxes just to find some light bulbs, a fork or a roll of toilet paper.
In addition to making sure you can afford the rent and other expenses that come with renting an apartment or house, there are certain documents you’ll want to have with you when it comes time to sign your lease. Make sure you ask what specific documents your future landlord might require bef…
For many students, the chance to adopt or purchase a pet is exciting. However, students sometimes can get overwhelmed once they realize how expensive and time consuming pet ownership is.
While the idea of moving into an apartment can be exciting, once that initial thrill fades there are several factors to consider before signing a lease agreement.
You may be sharing space with a stranger. Your best friend. Or someone you’ve been acquainted with for a while but really don’t know too well. Whatever the case, what’s the best way to get along?
The apartment is perfect. It’s got just enough space but not too much. The view is nice and parking is easy. There’s a washer and dryer and the pool is gorgeous. Before you jump into a legal agreement in the form of a lease, take a few minutes and consider some questions to ask a prospective…
Moving into a new home or apartment comes with a lot of expenses. From decorating to rent, money can be spent quickly. Knowing how to do some basic repairs will save a significant amount of money. However, knowing when it’s time to call a professional can be key to avoiding larger issues.
Ah, dorms. Actually, I suppose they’re officially called “residence halls.” Regardless, they’re that one space you can comfortably flop down in after a long day of class, right?
Living off campus is part of the college experience. Here are some things to think about when considering your off-campus destination.
Texas Tech and Lubbock offer a variety of on- and off-campus housing to Tech students.
Moving into a new home or apartment comes with a lot of expenses. From decorating to rent, money can be spent quickly. Knowing how to do some basic repairs will save a significant amount of money. However, knowing when it’s time to call a professional can be key to avoiding larger issues.
While most apartment complexes require tenants to have renter’s insurance, Texas Tech does not, and choosing not to have insurance can leave students living in the residence halls paying hundreds if not thousands of dollars to replace personal property in the event of damage or theft.
All incoming students to Texas Tech — both first-year freshmen and transfer — are required to complete the new Think About It program offered through the RISE (Risk Intervention & Safety Education) office.
Making the transition to college life is hard, especially if you are a first-generation student. All you may have to prepare yourself is advice from older friends, distant relatives and the occasional movie.
Parking on campus
Coming to college is an exciting time for incoming freshmen. However, with this freedom comes the fear of the gaining weight in their first year.
Grab and go
I told myself I would never go to Texas Tech. The thought of applying never crossed my high school brain. I don’t look good in red, the wind blows all the time and most of the people I know in my one-stoplight town went to school here. Being the youngest of three girls, I always have been di…
When it comes to riding a bicycle, especially on a crowded college campus, knowing the rules is essential to staying safe.
Bike Tech and the Bike Shop are services offered inside the Outdoor Pursuits Center that help students with bicycle repairs, rentals and any questions they may have, according to the Bike Tech website.
Texas Tech is home to the Robert H. Ewalt Student Recreation Center — a place students can go to relax, hang out with friends and stay in shape.
Many freshmen enter the new environment of a university, such as Texas Tech, and feel overwhelmed by the lack of knowing people and the fear of making new friends.
Whether it’s during halftime or between innings, Texas Tech students may find themselves on the field or the court to participate in games and activities to win prizes.
This year’s Texas Tech Family Weekend will begin Sept. 29.
• Texas Tech students enrolled in four or more hours pay a $57.20 fee to attend Tech home athletic events. Students simply need to swipe their valid student IDs at the appropriate entrance.
Since 1925, students have walked the same paths you’re about to walk and gone to classes in many of the same buildings. As you look forward toward the path to graduation — it will be here far quicker than you can realize — check out a list of things to do before you leave Raiderland. Use #TT…
Whether you’re a returning student or new to the Texas Tech campus, Raider Welcome can help you get plugged into the Red Raider experience.
As students sign up for classes and gather supplies, the debate arises over textbook options. Every semester students must decide if they should rent or buy the books, where to buy them from or if they should get the books at all.
The Texas Tech Library, open 24 hours a day, five days a week (24 hours a day, seven days a week during finals), is the most frequented building on campus with 1.5 million visitors per year.
Making the transition from high school to college isn’t easy, especially in the classroom. Here are some tips that might help make the transition easier:
Looking for some scholarship money to help ease the financial situation? Review this information provided by the Texas Tech Scholarship Office.
Your student ID is important for many things, whether it’s getting into your residence hall or athletic events, paying for your meals or taking advantage of services offered on campus such as the Student Wellness Center. One thing you may not realize your ID can do for you is give you access…
In addition to its TechAlert! mass notification system that delivers email, text and voice messages about emergency situations or class cancellations/delays (sign up at appserv.itts.ttu.edu/EmergencyAlert/), Texas Tech has an outdoor siren system designed to alert students, staff, faculty an…
Packing for college is no easy feat. You know you need sheets, towels, clothes hangers, a mini fridge and other standard items; however, there are several dorm essentials that will make campus life easier and much more comfortable.
Before each Saturday home football game, students have the opportunity to participate in RaiderGate, the Texas Tech student tailgate tradition.
In Fall 2016, Texas Tech welcomed more than 7,800 new students to campus. Out of all the new faces to Raiderland, 64.5 percent of those students were required to live in on-campus housing.
Local activities
• The Student Union Building houses a branch of Prosperity Bank, as well as automated teller machines (ATMs) that are available when the building is open (www.depts.ttu.edu/sub/hours.php).
• The Student Wellness Center, open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., is a professional primary care clinic, offering mental health referrals, nutrition counseling, laboratory services, X-ray services, a sports medicine clinic and a pharmacy. To schedule an appointment, call 806-743-2848. F…
It may be a surprise to some that Lubbock has weather events that are more than just windy and dry days.
