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The State of the Texas Tech University System

TTU System presence has added more than 9,000 people in Lubbock since 2006, increased economic impact.

U.S. Oil Predictions Inspire Next Generation of Petroleum Engineers

Texas Tech welcomes oil boom with new building and modern research facilities.

Red Raiders Boast Consecutive White House Internships

For the first time in school history, two Texas Tech University students served back-to-back semesters.

Tradition in Timelapse: Snapshots at the Seal

After commencement, many graduates return to the campus entrance for a final picture at the seal.

Texas Tech Will Not Increase Tuition for 2013-2014

This marks the first time since 2008 tuition has not increased.

Floydada High School Graduate Named 2013 Distinguished Engineering Student

Sean Miller recognized for outstanding academic achievements, honors, activities, interests and aspirations.

Low-Grade Cotton Brings Top Value in Oil Spill Cleanup

Ecologically friendly discovery is joint effort between Texas Tech University, Cotton Incorporated.

The Hantavirus Outbreak: 20 Years Later

How scientists and the Texas Tech Tissue Libraries worked together to understand the 1993 epidemic.

Library Receives $900,000 Software Donation for 3-D Animation Tools

Software will enhance new Media Lab in Informatics and Scientific Visualization, 3-D research efforts.

Texas Tech Hosts Youth Summer Enrichment Programs

Academic enrichment summer camps are available for children entering grades 4-11.

End of the Road: Thousands of Red Raiders Set to Graduate

As commencement ceremonies approach, we take a look at some of our outstanding students.

Special Needs: Teaching the Teachers

Texas Tech among the few institutions to teach instructors of individuals with sensory impairments, autism.

Texas Tech Biology Lab Helps "Save the Frogs"

Removing trash can help prevent death and deformities in amphibians.

Texas Tech Names New Dean of Media and Communication

David D. Perlmutter was director of the School of Journalism & Mass Communication at the University of Iowa.

Fast Track: Student-Built Formula One Car Ready to Race

Formula SAE Texas Tech to Compete at Michigan International Speedway.

Texas Tech Names 2013-2014 Cheerleader Squads

Co-ed and all-girl teams help to fill many event requests.

Fossil Amber Shatters Theories of Glass as a Liquid

Results challenge classic theories of glass transition behavior.

Leading the Way: After 35 years, Jerry Hudson retiring

Founding dean has helped the College of Media and Communication keep up with the times.

Texas Tech Combines Wind Research, Education into National Wind Institute

NWI strengthens the already solid interdisciplinary approach to all things wind.

Texas Tech Names New 2013-14 Pom Squad

The team consists of 14 veterans and four freshmen.