Born as Texas Technological College, Texas Tech University has never stopped aspiring to think big, to think in worldwide terms. It is from such drive that a small college founded in 1923 in the vast spaces of West Texas has become an extraordinary 21st-century engine of educational, research, cultural, economic, and athletic opportunity. In our first 100 years, Texas Tech has become a potent force for learning and discovery in areas critical to humanity in the 21st-century.

As we prepare to celebrate Texas Tech's past and present, we do so with anticipation of what is yet to come. We have always been future bound, determined to turn big ideas into action. We have come far, but we have so much more to do. This is the story of Texas Tech, where a determination to grow, to progress, to meet the needs of the region, the state and the world are as entwined in our spirit as the Double T.

Our momentum has never been greater and as we look toward the future, we see this great institution as a destination for education that provides a holistic approach to the academic, social and immersive experiences for students. We will provide our students the knowledge, skills, and understanding they need to solve global challenges and thrive in a 21st-century democracy. We will continue to expand our commitment to student success, as we also increase financial support and reduce student debt. We are committed to increasing the quality of our unique and personalized student experience and provide even greater access and opportunity.