University to Host 'Weihnachtsfest'

December 2, 2021

Texas Tech's Office of International Affairs invites the public to kick off the holiday season.

Texas Tech University's Office of International Affairs will host Weihnachtsfest from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday (Dec. 10) at the International Cultural Center, 601 Indiana Ave.

Weihnachtsfest is a German Christmas tradition the International Cultural Center brings to life each year with music, crafts and food. The celebration originates from German-speaking Europe. The event is in partnership with the National Ranching Heritage Center and the public is invited to attend Weihnachtsfest before going to Candlelight at the Ranch.

“The Office of International Affairs is kicking off its celebration of the holidays with our annual Weihnachtsfest,” said Sukant Misra, vice provost for International Affairs at Texas Tech. “The evening presents a heartwarming opportunity for families to begin the festive season and enjoy touches of holiday magic through music and crafts, decorating gingerbread cookies and tasting German sausage and apple cider.”

Music will be provided by Matador Brass, Texas Tech's top-euphonium quartet and will include festive traditional German holiday music. Upon entering the celebration, guests will be immersed into the sights and smells of the holidays.

Parking is free, and food and crafts are available while supplies last. The first 25 people in attendance will receive a ticket for free hot chocolate redeemable at the National Ranching Heritage Center during Candlelight at the Ranch.

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International Affairs

International Affairs supports and facilitates the international mission of Texas Tech University. It provides services for faculty and students and offers international educational and cultural experiences for the University and community, and is a major contributor to the globalization process of the University and its growing reputation as a major international educational and research center.

International Affairs coordinates international activities at Texas Tech and is composed of the following divisions:

Also located in the International Cultural Center is the K-12 International Education Outreach Program.

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The International Cultural Center

The International Cultural Center (ICC) is part of the Office of International Affairs at Texas Tech.

In addition to the ICC, International Affairs consists of the following divisions: International Student and Scholar Services, Study Abroad and the International Center for Arid & Semi Arid Land Studies.

National Ranching Heritage Center

The National Ranching Heritage Center (NRHC) museum and historical park was established to preserve the interpret the history of ranching in North America.

The historical park consists of 48 authentic ranch structures that show the evolution of ranch life from the late 1700s through the early 1900s.

The center, located at 3121 Fourth Street in Lubbock, is open to the public free of charge.

For more information on the NHRC call (806) 742-0498.

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