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Texas Tech Doctoral Graduate Takes Unique Path to Pro Sports

Andrey Millan

July 16, 2024

Jianyu Yang

How Jianyu Yang traveled from Boston to Lubbock to stints with three professional sports franchises.

Jianyu (Jay) Yang, a recent doctoral graduate in Fine Arts (Arts Administration) from Texas Tech University’s J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts (TCVPA), often finds himself in awe of the life he lives today.

Every morning, he wakes up excited about his work, creating engaging content for the Arizona Cardinals of the National Football League. His path to the role was anything but traditional, reflecting on his immense gratitude for the opportunities that have come his way.

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