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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 2d

It is no stretch to say the research of Brenda Connor will not only make the world a better place, but will also make it safer.

Her work centers on the use of private telecommunication networks and artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen critical infrastructure.

https://bit.ly/4pYRAcp

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 2d

Homecoming week is off and running!

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 2d

Happy Homecoming Week, Red Raiders! 🔴⚫️

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 6d

For many working professionals looking to complete their degree, Osvaldo "Oz" Dominguez has been the perfect person to help get them across the finish line.

Oz aims to provide the same level of attention to an online student in DFW as a student would get on campus in Lubbock.
https://bit.ly/475seSB

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 13d

Texas Tech is in a competitive position to be included among the most elite research schools in the country.

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 13d

Strengthened financial access and expanded scholarships for both undergraduate & graduate students.

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 13d

Building on our historical strengths while positioning ourselves for emerging opportunities.

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 13d

Roland Faller, dean of Texas Tech University's Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering, has been elected to Fellow with the American Institute of Chemical Engineers.

Learn more about this honor ➡️ https://bit.ly/428vtWS

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 14d

Texas Tech President Lawrence Schovanec reflected on accomplishments and outlined goals for the years ahead at this year's State of the University.

https://stories.ttu.edu/state-of-the-university

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 14d

What we do here matters far beyond our campus boundaries.

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 14d

A roadmap that focuses on student success, research & creative activity and outreach & engaged scholarship.

Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 14d

We're thankful for everyone's hard work and collaboration across campus in making it another record-setting year!

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 15d

Tune in to the 2025 State of the University address tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. on our YouTube page or at the link below.

https://www.ttu.edu/livestream/

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 15d

We're excited to welcome home West Texas native and honky-tonk star Randall King as our Homecoming concert opener!

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 16d

First fall sunrise over Lubbock 😍

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 19d

Marching to her own beat.

At 65 years old, Judith Johnson is the oldest member in the history of the TTU Goin' Band.

Last weekend, she marched with the band on the field at the football game, proving age is just a number.

https://bit.ly/3K46VrR

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 26d

Mornin' Raiderland

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 27d

Honoring and remembering the brave men and women who lost their lives on Sept. 11.

We will never forget.

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 27d

42,272

Another year, another historic milestone.

🔴 From Here, It's Possible ⚫️

https://www.ttu.edu/now/posts/2025/09/texas-tech-enrollment-soars-past-42-000-for-the-first-time.php

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · 29d

Texas Tech has announced a record-breaking fundraising year, with 37,845 donors contributing $236 million during the 2025 fiscal year!

Thank you all for your generosity and support!

bit.ly/3V9J5Nz

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · Sep 5

They're coming home!

We're excited to welcome Flatland Cavalry back to Lubbock as the 2025 Homecoming concert headliner!

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · Aug 29

In its first year as an online offering, Texas Tech's Master of Social Work program saw 16 students take the next step toward joining the workforce..

Learn more at the link below ⬇️

https://bit.ly/3JEINvK

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · Aug 29

At Texas Tech the possibilities expand from classrooms to boardrooms, and from the Texas coast to the wilds of Alaska. Where we are has fueled us to become who we are.

So, who are we?

We're Texas Tech. And From Here, It's Possible™.

youtu.be/Kv2DH-QR8wY

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · Aug 28

“She’s been an artist since the day she was born.”

Jaycie Thornton wasn't sure college was going to be part of her story. But the impression left by Texas Tech and Lubbock's First Friday Art Trail sold her and her family on being a Red Raider.

https://bit.ly/47iVE0k

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Texas Tech University @ttu.edu · Aug 26

The inaugural Summer Research Fellows initiative at Texas Tech's Burkhart Center helped faculty sharpen their grant-writing skills.

Junior and senior educators were grouped together to work on best practices and break down the complexities of grant writing.

https://bit.ly/46afObC

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