Texas Tech University

Commencement

CENTENNIAL

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY CENTENNIAL

COMMENCEMENT

SPRING 2023

CEREMONIES SCHEDULE

United Supermarkets Arena, 1701 Indiana Ave.

FRIDAY,
MAY 12

11:00 am

  • College of Arts & Sciences

3:00 pm

  • Jerry S. Rawls College of Business
  • Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources

6:30 pm

  • Graduate School

Saturday,
May 13

9:00 am

  • Honors College
  • Huckabee College of Architecture
  • J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts
  • University Studies
  • College of Education
  • College of Human Sciences

1:00 pm

  • Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering
  • College of Media & Communication

Meet the Centennial

Class of 2023

Genavie Cabrera

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Despite losing her mom as a high school junior, Genavie earned her degree in three years in her dream to become a doctor.

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Ian Middleton

Bachelor of Art, Creative Media Industries

Ian Middleton could be a lot of things: Photographer, videographer, rockstar... whatever it is, Texas Tech has him ready.

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Raider Red

Bachelor of Science, Sports Management

Two students spent their final year representing Texas Tech as Raider Red. Aside from normal activities, they became part of the university's history through the Centennial.

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Allen Bruce Taylor Jr.

Bachelor of Science, Restaurant, Hotel & Institutional Management

Allen Bruce Taylor Jr. never thought he would attend college. Through the Red Raider Guarantee, he found a mentor and his purpose.

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Mikayla Langham

Master of Education, Bilingual Education & English as a Second Language (ESL)

At age 21, Mikayla Langham will receive her master's degree through discipline and hard work – despite a rocky road.

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Lindsay Dube

Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Communications and Creative Media Industries

Why take on a challenge like the Monumental Loop in your final semester? Because there's no time to waste.

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Reginald Thomas

Bachelor of Business Administration, Management (BBA)

Reginald Thomas will walk the stage in Texas Tech's centennial commencement ceremony, 50 years after earning his degree.

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A Note from the President

To the Class of 2023

President Schovanec

If there's one thing I've learned in all my time at Texas Tech, it's that every student who blesses this campus with their presence represents a wonderful story to be discovered. This university would be a very different place without you and the various cultures and experiences you've brought, all of which have enriched our campus.

Your graduating class is unique. You're graduating during our centennial year. I challenge each of you to make your mark and leave your footprints all over this world. Because you are Red Raiders, there is an expectation that you will change the world for the better.

Remember that Texas Tech will always be your home, and friendships made here will always be part of your life. Return to campus when you can, and proudly tell the world you are a Red Raider.

To the class of 2023, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for success.

Go Tech!

President Schovanec Schovanec Signature

Lawrence Schovanec
President

2023 SPEAKERS

Edward E. Whitacre Jr.

Retired Chairman & CEO, AT&T and General Motors Company

Whitacre is the namesake of Texas Tech's Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering. He also has been named on the Top 25 Executives of the Year by Business Week.

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Marsha Sharp

Head Coach Emerita Texas Tech University

Sharp was the head coach of the Texas Tech Lady Raider basketball team for 24 seasons.

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NEED HELP?

For more information regarding commencement, please contact:

Amiee Dixon

Commencement Coordinator
806-834-8309

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