MVP Times
April 2016
April 2016
Special points of interest:
 After you have enrolled in classes or
made any changes to
your schedule, contact the MVP Office
to complete your
certification of benefits.
 Remember, if you
change classes add/
drop, withdraw during
the semester, you
must fill out a MVP
Change Request
Form if using Federal
benefits.
 The MVP office is
located in 147 Drane
Hall.
 Visit our website at
www.mvp.ttu.edu for
forms and resources
 Students, when you
go to Black board at
www.blackboard.ttu.e
du, you should have
‘MVP Orientation’ as
a support course on
your schedule. If not
email us at
mvp@ttu.edu with
your ERaider Name
and we will add you!
Whether you are a new or returning student this
semester, MVP is ready to help!
Remember to submit your certification request to
the MVP office as soon as you have registered for classes with no
expected changes each semester.
Each month, In the Spotlight features a different MVP Team
Member so you can get to know us
better!
Andrew Ortiz
Andrew is a MVP Program Specialist and our featured
team member for April 2016.
Andrew has worked in the MVP office since March 2015. Originally
from Midland, TX, Andrew graduated in 2005 from Robert E. Lee
High School and began serving in the United States Marine Corps soon after. As a Field Artillery
Fire Direction Control Man, he attended his occupational school in Ft. Sill, OK and was stationed
in Camp Pendleton, CA after graduation.
While being stationed in California, Andrew had the opportunity to deploy multiple times in
support of a wide variety of operations. From March – October of 2007, he was deployed in
support of Operation Iraqi Freedom with Kilo Battery, 1st Battalion, 12th Marines as convoy security based in Ramadi, Iraq. In 2008 he was sent on the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit where
he spent time living in Japan, as well as living and working with Filipino Marines in the Sulu
Province of the Philippines, Jolo Island. After returning, he attended the Marine Artillery Operations Chief Course and went on his final deployment in support of the 13 th Marine Expeditionary Unit in 2011 aboard the USS Boxer. Andrew wrapped up his last 2 and a half years of service
as a Recruiter in Beeville, TX.
After separating in July, Andrew began his studies at Texas Tech in August 2014. He is currently
a senior accounting major at the Rawls College of Business School of Accounting and will apply
to the Masters of Science in Accounting program this semester.
During his free time, Andrew has a passion for exploring new places and
spending time outdoors with his family. Luckily, his wife, Liz, and daughter, Caroline, love it just as much and enjoy taking the camper out to find
exciting places that have natural beauty and adventure. In addition, two
Dachshunds – Chloe and Charlie – may be found tagging along.
MVP would like to thank Andrew for his service to veterans and
their families!
Tournament for Heroes
Veteran Scholarship Fundraiser
Rawls Golf Course
June 3, 2016
Sponsor and Player Registration
The Tournament for Heroes is a four person best ball scramble to raise funds for
the creation of scholarships for veterans and their dependents at Texas Tech University.
Title, Hole, Tee Box sponsorships are available
donations are accepted. For
more information or to fill our a registration form, visit our tournament webpage
at:
http://www.depts.ttu.edu/diversity/mvp/tournament.php
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) uses the term “military sexual trauma” or “MST” to refer to sexual assault or
sexual harassment during military service and has services available to assist Veterans in their recovery from MST.
Veterans can receive free treatment for mental and physical health conditions related to their experiences of MST at
every VA medical facility. Veterans do not need to have documentation of their experiences and may be able to receive
care even if they are not eligible for other VA services.
Veterans can apply for disability compensation for any current difficulties that are related to their service, including difficulties related to MST.
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www.amaw.ttu.edu
Share your history, Donate now!
The Archive of Modern American Warfare at Texas Tech University collects records that document American
military conflicts during the period 1975 to the present, with a concentration on Operations Desert Shield
and Desert Storm, the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, the Global War
on Terrorism, Operations Provide Relief and Restore Hope, the Kosovo War, Operation Iraqi Freedom and
Operation Enduring Freedom.
If you are a military veteran and you are interested in donating your material to the archive, please contact:
Archivist Andrew Hinton at 806-834-5971 or amaw@ttu.edu. You can also visit the archive in person in
Room 4 of the Math Building at Texas Tech University.
SURVEY: We are conducting a survey to determine the extent of records that document your military experiences and your willingness to donate your records to the Archive. Please take the time to complete
this short survey. Your participation is very much appreciated! https://www.surveymonkey.com/
r/99P2235
Call for Proposals for the 1st Annual Archive of Modern American Warfare Symposium are due May 15,
2016. The symposium will be held on September 15, 2016 in the International Cultural Center at Texas
Tech. The theme of this year’s symposium is ISIS and the Global War on Terrorism.
Survey Opportunity for Military to College Transition Study
"Looking for college students who have prior military experience to participate in a study about the transition process from military to college. This study is completely voluntary. Due to the topic of this research, volunteers must have prior military service
before making the decision to attend college; however, there are no other limitations required for participation in this study. You
will be asked to answer interview questions in regards to your feelings, experiences, stories, etc. Each participant is asked to set
aside 25-30 minutes of their time for the interview. All participants will be put into a drawing for a $50 Visa gift card.
Please contact Bethany Johnson at bethany.johnson@ttu.edu to participate.
Meet The Heroes
Whisperwood Nursing & Rehab Center
5502 4th St
Apr 5th
6:30pm
Pinning and Certificate Presentation for Whisperwood Veterans Patriotic Flag
Ceremony • Veteran Speakers • Pet Therapy Dogs • Card Crafting and
Assembly • Entertainment • Refreshments
Shine the Light
Each month, we will shine the light on a special office on campus which
you need to know more about. Click on the link below to learn even more!
AVID for Higher Education
AVID for Higher Education at Texas Tech University works to support students
with the goal of increasing academic success, persistence, and completion rates
in the Student Success Initiative.
AVID Skills incorporates WICOR strategies as a means of focusing on student's
time management, critical thinking, exam preparation, communication and discussion skills.
Visit their website at:
https://www.depts.ttu.edu/diversity/academicenrichment/avid_higher.php
VATT: Veterans at Texas Tech
Get connected! Join this student group. It is for anyone who is a veteran
or family member or anyone who wishes to support veterans and their
family members.
April Events:
April 6 5:30pm Monthly Meeting at Stars & Stripes Lounge
April 9th 9-1pm Lunch provided Tech to Town https://www.ttu.edu/administration/president/
events.php
 April 14th 5:30pm VA Town Hall Meeting Mass Comm Room 359
 April 26th 11am-9pm Give Back Night for VATT at Twisted Root
Tell Cashier the Veterans Association at Texas Tech sent you and Twisted Root will donate proceeds to help VATT attend the SVA National Convention next year.
 April 27th 11:30-1pm Military & Veteran Lunch & Learn at Career Center 150 Wigginis
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For more info, location and time of these events, visit the sites below or contact Daniel.e.ayala@ttu.edu
VATT’s mission is to help members transition into successful students by
providing a comfortable environment to seek help.
For more info, visit the webpage at: https://orgsync.com/7497/chapter
Or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttuveteran/
https://www.facebook.com/VeteransAssociationAtTexasTech
Event
Date
Location
Pre-Registration for Fall 2016
April 7-25, 2016
Online in Raiderlink
(Pre-register now for Summer 2016)
24 hours online
(Remember to stop by MVP immediately
following each registration)
Hazlewood Deadline for Spring 2016
MVP Office is in
Drane Hall Room 147
April 10, 2016
Preferred Deadline for Spr 2016
Forms are on our website at
www.mvp.ttu.edu
MVP Office is in
May 10, 2016
Drane Hall Room 147
Final Deadline for Spring 2016
VA Town Hall Meeting
April 14, 2016
Mass Comm. Bldg
1730
Room 359
(sponsored by VATT & the Amarillo VA
Health Care System)
(5:30pm)
Give Back Night
April 26, 2016
Twisted Root Burger
(sponsored by VATT)
1100 to 2100
116 W Loop 289
Fundraiser to send some VATT Members
to the SVA National Conference
(11:00 am to 9:00)
Must Tell Cashier it is for
VATT Fundraiser
Military & Veterans Lunch & Learn
April 27, 2016
Career Center
(sponsored by University Career Center ,MVP & VATT)
1130-1300
150 Wiggins Complex
(11:30am-1:00pm)
UCC Presentation Room
Graduation Stole & Recognition
May 19, 2016
Helen DeVitt Jones
Ceremony for May 2016
1000-graduating student check in
Auditorium in the
1030-Opening Remarks
TTU Museum
(West Entrance)
Tournament for Heroes
June 3, 2016
(Golf Tournament to benefit MVP Scholarships)
1200 Lunch
Visit our website to register
1330 Shotgun Start
http://www.depts.ttu.edu/diversity/
mvp/tournament.php
(1:30 PM)
Rawls Course
(Noon)
View our calendar online at www.mvp.ttu.edu under Events
Military & Veterans
Programs
Mission
147 Drane Hall
Military & Veterans Programs is here to assist veterans and their families in achieving academic and personal success.
2515 15th Street
Box 45026
Lubbock, TX 79409
Phone: 806-742-6877
Fax: 806-742-0480
E-mail: mvp@ttu.edu
Serving Veterans and their
Families
Vision
Our vision is to be the university of choice for military personnel,
veterans, and their families. Military & Veterans Programs will assist
the students it serves in a seamless transition from military to civilian life by establishing educational benefits, encouraging campus
and community engagement, and helping provide a positive experience through degree completion and on to a successful future.
About MVP:
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Find links to Certification Info and Checklists on our website.
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Find links to campus, community, state and federal resources just a
click away on our website.
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Liaisons from each academic and Student Support office are also
listed for your convenience on our website.
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If you are struggling in a class, Texas Tech has many avenues for
tutoring and mentoring. Just let us know.
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Need a friendly face or to chat? Need resources on or off campus?
Contact the MVP Office at anytime and we can help connect you.
www.mvp.ttu.edu
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