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Texas Tech University, located in Lubbock, Texas, boasts a rich history and strong traditions dating back to its founding in 1923. The university's iconic seal, designed by master planner William Ward Watkin in 1924, symbolizes the institution's values with representations of education, home, church, state, industry, and patriotism.

With a campus adorned by the 12-foot high red granite seal, affectionately nicknamed the "Oreo" by students, Texas Tech University offers a diverse range of academic programs, research opportunities, and campus life experiences for its student body. From its strong agricultural and engineering programs to its vibrant student organizations and athletic teams, Texas Tech University continues to uphold its legacy of excellence in higher education.

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