Establishment
The call to open a college in West Texas began shortly after settlers arrived in the area in the 1880s. In 1917, the Texas legislature passed a … See more

By enrollment, Texas Tech is the sixth-largest university in Texas and the largest institution of higher education in the western two-thirds of … See more

There are over 516 student clubs and organizations at Texas Tech. Many students participate in Greek Life. Texas Tech Greek Life … See more

Carol of Lights
The Carol of Lights is an annual event, sponsored by the Residence Halls Association, traditionally held the first Friday in December, … See more

Texas Tech celebrated its centennial with a year-long schedule of events. The centennial kickoff was on December 2, 2022, at the annual Carol of Lights, with a conclusion at the … See more

The Lubbock campus is home to the main academic university, law school, and medical school (Health Sciences Center). It is one of two … See more

Texas Tech's athletic teams are known as the Red Raiders with the exception of the women's basketball team, which is known as the Lady Raiders. … See more