Logistics

Greetings, & Welcome to TTU!

We look forward to your participation in the NRAO Community Day Event
Thursday and Friday, May 30 and 31, 2019
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Venue: The event will take place in Room 112 of the Science Building, located at the intersection of Broadway and Boston (address: 2500 Broadway,  Lubbock, TX). See the campus map for the exact location.

Airport: Lubbock, TX, is served by Preston Smith Airport (LBB). It is accessible by nonstop flights from DFW, PHX (American), DEN, IAH (United), DEN, DAL, AUS, LAS (Southwest).

Hotel suggestions near campus: 

  • Woodrow House B&B
  • Staybridge Suites
  • Other options within walking distance are Courtyard by Marriott and a Hyatt Place

    Connect with NRAO

    The National Radio Astronomy Observatory and Green Bank Observatory are facilities of the U.S. National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement by Associated Universities, Inc.

    Founded in 1956, the NRAO provides state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. NRAO telescopes are open to all astronomers regardless of institutional or national affiliation. Observing time on NRAO telescopes is available on a competitive basis to qualified scientists after evaluation of research proposals on the basis of scientific merit, the capability of the instruments to do the work, and the availability of the telescope during the requested time. NRAO also provides both formal and informal programs in education and public outreach for teachers, students, the general public, and the media.

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense..."

    AUI collaborates with the scientific community and research sponsors to plan, build, and operate cutting-edge facilities. We cultivate excellence, deliver value, enhance education, and engage the public.