Texas Tech Names Interim President
Lawrence Schovanec, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, has been with the university for 30 years. [more]
Texas Tech Breaks Ground on New Wind Research Facility
The school is partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy, Sandia, Vestas and Group NIRE. [more]
Women's Rodeo Team Wins First National Championship
Red Raiders finish atop the standings at College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo. [more]
Vision & Tradition Campaign Surpasses $900 Million Mark
The campaign is the most successful and largest fundraising effort in the history of Texas Tech. [more]
TTUISD Appoints New Superintendent
Texas Tech alumnus Jim Taliaferro will begin his new position Aug. 1. [more]
Texas Tech Sets Summer Enrollment Record
This is the first time more than 11,000 students have been enrolled for a summer semester. [more]
Texas Tech Expanding its Wind Energy Opportunities
The university has partnered with Western Texas College on a two-year curriculum licensing program. [more]
Commencement to Include More Than 1,300 Graduates
The two summer ceremonies will take place Saturday (Aug. 11) at the United Spirit Arena. [more]
Finance Committee Approves Budget Pending Board of Regents' Final Decision
The total operating budget for the entire system for fiscal year 2013 is more than $1.5 billion. [more]
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Chapter Receives Honor
The Texas Tech organization was named national Scholar Chapter of the Year. [more]
Spirit Program Receives Awards at National Camp
Group earns a pair of first-place finishes, while Raider Red was named the Most Collegiate Mascot. [more]
Texas Tech Awarded $2.5 Million Grant From Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas
The funds will be used to help attract leading cancer researcher Igor Sokolov to the university. [more]
Cheerleaders Selected to Perform at London Olympics
John Chebret and alumnus Logan Lefler will help a group cheer at the men's basketball semifinals and final. [more]
Three Students Receive Fulbright Scholarships
Recipients are selected for academic or professional achievement, and demonstrated leadership potential. [more]
National Champion Chess Program Hires Director, Coach
Al Lawrence and Alex Onischuk are excited to help keep Texas Tech atop collegiate chess world. [more]
Law Dean Emeritus Walter Huffman Appointed to National Defense Board
Texas Tech Law Professor Richard Rosen was also appointed to the military justice subcommittee. [more]
Students Inspire Artwork on New Wind Turbines
Grant Willingham and Kimberly Redinger each will receive a $500 scholarship for their designs. [more]
National Science Foundation Program Brings Top Students to Texas Tech
They have spent 10 weeks working as part of the Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site Program. [more]
Presidential Lecture and Performance Series Announces Lineup
This year's series includes Grammy Award-winning artists Judy Collins and Marc Cohn. [more]
Texas Tech Researchers Announce CERN Discovery
The two professors and other scientists may have found possible evidence of 'God Particle.'[more]
Climate Change Will Alter Risks of Wildfire Worldwide
These latest projections come from a team of researchers, including Texas Tech's Katharine Hayhoe. [more]
Chinese Meditation Prompts Double Positive Punch in Brain White Matter
Yi-Yuan Tang reported improved mood changes coincided with increased brain-signaling connections. [more]
Climate Warming Refuted as Reason for Plant Shifts
Texas Tech ecologist Dylan Schwilk co-authored the study, which reexamined a high-profile 2008 case. [more]
Forensic Science Student Applies New Technique to Research
Juliet Kinyua found that cities can monitor cocaine usage by testing sewage water. [more]
Ask The Experts: Outdoor Grilling Advice
Bradley Price, director of Raider Red Meats, provides tips to help improve your barbecuing skills. [more]
Researchers' Romneycare Results Published in Journal
The only experiment in the country to predict the outcome of Obama's health care reform was not successful. [more]
Climate Change Likely Will Allow Tropical Disease to Thrive in U.S.
Researchers Katharine Hayhoe and Richard Erickson discuss the possible impact of dengue fever. [more]
Parents are Key to Getting Kids off the Couch
Assistant professor Zhen Cong found in her research that family support can curb sedentary behaviors. [more]
From the Cotton Fields to the Pulitzer Prize
Texas Tech alumnus Robert Montemayor excels in life as a journalist, teacher and author. [more]
College of Education Alumna Making Waves on West Coast
Kathy Pate Scott is the principal of the top high school in California, according to US News & World Report. [more]
Alumnus Thrilled with Winning Daytime Emmy Award
Scott Gryder said a class at Texas Tech helped him win best makeup award. [more]
Blood Thirsty: Why are Vampires Ruling Pop Culture?
Texas Tech professor Erin Collopy discusses the history behind the current phenomenon. [more]
Alumna's Dream Comes True With Tony Award
Meredith Lucio co-produced "The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess," which was awarded Best Musical Revival. [more]
Brazilian Students Experience Life as Red Raiders
The visiting students are part of the Texas Tech University ISD distance learning program. [more]
Marilyn Monroe: Eternal Beauty, Eternal Marketing Appeal
On the 50th anniversary of her death, Texas Tech pop culture expert Rob Weiner analyzes her iconic image. [more]
'Dallas' Memories: Staffer Recalls Working on Iconic Show
As the new series premieres, Jo Moore reflects on her time as a production assistant on the old show. [more]
Going for Gold: Former Red Raiders Pursue Olympic Dreams
Jason Young leads a group of seven alumni, who are competing for six different countries. [more]
Students Guide Peers through Financial Uncertainty
Red to Black program offers individual counseling to students, faculty, staff and even alumni. [more]
More and More Transfer Students Choosing Texas Tech
The university recently was ranked 16th for the most transfers among the country's top schools. [more]
West Texans, Students Benefit from Public Defender Program
Law students gain first-hand experience from working on real cases throughout the region. [more]
Exchanging Wedding Bands in Raiderland
Texas Tech continues to be a popular venue for marriage ceremonies and receptions. [more]
Beating the Heat, Texas Tech Style
From ice cream to a lazy river, students and staff have several ways to cool down in the summer. [more]
Ironman Architect: Graduate Balances School with Triathlons
John Paul Barrandey will serve as banner bearer for the College of Architecture at summer commencement. [more]
Hot Dogs! Campus Exhibit Puts Canines in Spotlight
'Putting on the Dog: The dog as photographic subject' is hosted by the International Cultural Center. [more]
Your Reserved Table is Waiting at the Frazier!
How nice would it be to have reserved seating and early access to the Frazier Alumni Pavilion on game day? [more]
Texas Tech Alumni Association Awards $90,000 in Scholarships
A bunch of Red Raiders are starting the year with some extra green in their pockets. [more]
Alumnae Keep the Library Relevant
How do you keep the library relevant in the digital age? Just ask these two Texas Tech alums. [more]
Chapter Spotlight: San Antonio and Dallas
All year long local chapters are busy raising money for scholarships and creating opportunities for fun and friendship. [more]
