Texas Techsan - Winter 2023

TEXAS TECHSAN

PROUD PARTNER OF THE TEXAS TECH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

ELECTRICITY PROVIDER TAKES THE COURT

photo on these two pages by Wyman Meinzer | SHELTER. A TEAM OF PERCHERON DRAFT HORSES PREPARES TO PULL A PLOW IN ORDER TO BREAK GROUND NEAR THE TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING.

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WHAT’S THE SCOOP

Wesley Trook, a current student at Texas Tech, owns Holly Hop Ice Cream Shoppe, a 1950s-themed restaurant, featuring homemade ice cream.

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TEXAS TECH’S CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

Each issue of 2023 will feature events and history of Texas Tech’s last 100 years, including a special tear-out keepsake in each issue. 18

THE REINS OF THE BOWLEGGED H

The world’s largest livestock show and rodeo will soon have at its helm Red Raider Pat Mann-Phillips.

JUST A PLANE TRIP

THE COWGIRL LIFE

PRAISE FOR THE FALL 2022 TEXAS TECHSAN

Again, congratulations on putting out an excellent alumni magazine. Thanks to Jennifer Ritz on the newsy section, “Times of Reflection and Celebration” (Retrospect, page 40).It brought to mind my own experiences, when Tech was (relatively speaking) a younger school, but already one which provided encouragement and excellent tutelage for myself. May I offer the following autobiographical note, which I hope will illustrate the foresight and leadership of Dr. John R. Bradford, dean of engineering in the 1950s and 1960s.

Please call the following to the attention of Ms. Ritz and to the author of that article, Jenny Spurrier, Ed.D.

In May 1957, I graduated with a BS in chemical engineering. Okay, so my grades weren’t all that good. I found work in the chemical industry in South Texas. Over the next couple of years, I learned what Ph.D. and MS meant. I wrote to Dean Bradford, asking for guidance and assistance. Dean Bradford said to me,“OK You teach Differential Equations and I’ll let you work on my (sub-critical) nuclear reactor.”

Under Dean Bradford’s tutelage, I developed a concept of a three-dimensional flux of neutrons and how to measure its properties. Out of that work, I won a fellowship from the British Ministry of Aviation for Ph.D. studies. In January 1965, I was awarded a Ph.D. in chemical engineering (University of Wales, U.K. ’65).

Back in the U.S.A., I went to work in environmental engineering. I did the first Environmental Impact Statement for a coal mine under the newly-minted U.S, Environmental Protection Agency. That work led to new environmental protection regulations for the entire mining industry and earned me two terms in the National Academy of Sciences (1977-1978 and 1978-1979).

Dean Bradford’s intuition and tutelage paid off.

In fact, every time Illustrious Tech Alumni such as Patrick Mahomes (Q.B., Kansas City Chiefs of the NFL) take to the field and when Tech Alumnus, Susan Graham, Ph.D. (Hon.) (internationally recognized operatic mezzo soprano) takes to the stage, the value of my engineering degrees from Texas Tech is enhanced.

The truth will unify us, Jack L. Beckner, Ph.D.

In the Summer 2022 issue of this magazine, the photo of Fearless Champion in the snow on p. 22-23 was attributed incorrectly. The photographer of that stunning image is university photographer Ashley Rodgers. The Texas Techsan regrets the error.

For those readers who would like to purchase a print of the photo, please visit texastech.photoshelter.com/index.

MAGAZINE STAFF

Publisher, Curt Langford ’90,’97

Editor, Jean Ann Bowman Cantore ’84,’87

Associate Editor, Jennifer Bell Ritz ’94,’95

Intern, Lindsay Dube

DESIGN

Amanda Sneed ’07 Hartsfield Design, Lubbock, Texas

ADVERTISING

Kristina W. Butler ’04,’18, Vice President for Marketing

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE BOARD

Nathan P. Nash ’05, Dallas (Chair)

Heath Cheek ’03, Dallas (TTAA Centennial Committee Chair)

Staci Hix-Hernandez, M.D. ’99, ’03, Georgetown, Dallas (Past Chair)

Morris E. Wilkes ’75, Lubbock (Chair Elect)

Kevin Nelson ’92, ’96, Amarillo (Endowment

Trust Board & Alumni Finance Chair)

David Y. Low ’87, ’03, Lubbock (CFO)

Curt Langford ’90, ’97, Lubbock, (President & CEO)

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Isaac Albarado ’04, ’11, Austin

Liz Bates ’90, San Angelo

Jon Mark Bernal ’99, ’03, Lubbock

Abies Carlo ’09, ’17, Sunland Park, New Mexico

Adam Cathey ’05, Southlake

Chris Chapman ’94, Irving

Missi Currier, Ph.D. ’08, ’09, ’16, Carlsbad, New Mexico

Gary Dixon ’72, Centennial Park, Colorado

Scott Dueser ’75, Abilene

Case Fell ’07, Austin

Mark Fewin ’82, Dallas

Ryan Henry ’94, Lubbock

Travis Isom ’10, ’13 Lubbock

Chris Jones ’68, ’74, Lubbock

Robbye Kirkpatrick ’98, Lakeway

David Ladewig ’10, Houston

Linda McMahan ’66, Lubbock

Katie Marshall ’96, ’98, Austin

Julie Meyer ’83, Highland Village

Amanda O’Connor ’03, Abilene

Jennifer Perez-Stewart ’12, San Antonio

Janie Landin Ramirez ’72, Ransom Canyon

Rhonda L. Rhodes ’88, Englewood, Colorado

Chris Richards ’02, Lubbock

Paul Tarwater ’87, Houston

Shawna Tankersley ’87, Tyler

Russell Thomasson ’98, Lubbock

Chance Turner ’08, Dallas

Russell Webb ’91, Flower Mound

Tyler Young ’06, ’11, Lubbock

Kate Zaykowski ’09, Austin

EX-OFFICIO & SPECIAL POSITIONS

Kristina Butts ’01, ’04, Vice Chancellor, Legislative Affairs, Ex-Officio Skylar Glaiser ’24, Student Alumni Board

Co-President, Round Rock, Texas

Jaret Greaser ’99, Lubbock Secretary & Legal Counsel

Carey Hobbs ’58, Waco, Athletic Council Representative

Byron Kennedy ’04, ’07, ’07, TTU Institutional

Advancement Representative, Ex-Officio

Patrick Kramer, Lubbock, TTUS Institutional

Advancement Representative, Ex-Officio

Britney Sandefur ’23, Student Alumni Board Co-President, Lubbock Bobby Waddle ’55, MVP Representative, Ex-Officio

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The United Family has invested in the lives of Red Raiders for generations.

TRANSITIONING FROM BIG TO BOLD

THERE HAVE BEEN SOME

LIFETIME

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PREDATE MY EXISTENCE. However, the official start of our centennial, in concert with the Carol of Lights® Dec. 2, was one of the most spectacular events I’ve ever witnessed anywhere.

The event coincided with the opening of the year-long centennial exhibit at the Museum of Texas Tech University, a remarkable recounting of our first century. From the establishment of each college, to the history of our spirit organizations, game relics and athletic trophies and a rotating “100 Years 100 Voices” tribute, the exhibits are an educational walk through time all alumni will appreciate. The alumni association has a presence at the exhibit, sharing our own remarkable story that began with the first graduating class in 1927.

At the ceremony, my wife, Jill, and I positioned ourselves on Memorial Circle, taking in the transformational moment as part of the crowd of an estimated 30,000 people that extended well into Amon Carter Plaza. It was an exclamation point on our first 100 years that I wish every one of our tribe could have experienced in person. When I say everyone, I include those within the vast Texas Tech community who have passed on before us.

The closing narration of the event by 1974 graduate Wyman Meinzer was fitting, speaking to our entire university’s existence and vision and to everyone who has been a part of it, past, present and those to come.:

“With one hundred years of history behind us and a new century in our sights, we pay tribute this evening to the generations of Red Raiders that paved the way for us that made this moment possible. As we stand here tonight in this hallowed space, we also remember with grateful hearts our loved ones who shared our love and passion for the scarlet and black and have gone on before us. Let us honor each and every one of them tonight for their dedication and unwavering love for this school we love so dearly, with the singing of the ‘Matador Song.’”

Opening acts by the Maines Brothers Band and Wade Bowen ’01 along with the traditional torch parade, Texas

Tech Trombone

made

then-and now-lineup of entertainment. The songs performed reinforced the reason for the season, reflective of our Texas South Plains culture. Real candles lit the luminarias, with the sounds of the Baird Memorial Carillon in the West Tower and Trans-Siberian Orchestra setting the magical scene.

Hearing and experiencing our fight song “Fight, Raiders, Fight,” set to choreographed fireworks rising above the Science Quadrangle, inspired us to continue “our fight” into the next century.

Paul W. Horn, the first president of Texas Tech, challenged us to “think big” on these West Texas plains, but current President Lawrence Schovanec has led us to “think bold” into our next century. From big to bold is the transformation that is taking place at this university in our lifetime. This evolution is happening because of those who came before, those of us here now and for those who will come in the years ahead. Our eyes are on the horizon, with a profound respect for and recollection of our history.

Dolores V. Foster ’74 of Athens, Texas, was present for the Carol of Lights® for the first time since its beginning, along with countless others who hadn’t been back for the event since their student days. It was a grand reunion, with social media flooded with nostalgic posts reminiscing the experience. Foster served on the planning committee for the inaugural Carol of Lights® in 1959, which was put on for students who weren’t able to travel home for Christmas that year. The attendees made up a small group then, and there weren’t nearly as many lights, but it was authentic and the beginning of a most-valued tradition we revel in today.

Choir and Matador Singers

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Bill Dean, Ed.D., my predecessor, flipped the switch at the first Carol of Lights® 61 years ago as student body president, but the switch last night flipped us into our next century, brightening our path for an incredible centennial year and beyond.

It’s been a privilege to be a part of the centennial committee led by Blayne Beal ’99 in the president’s office. I’m proud of Blayne, as he was a Student Alumni Board member when I advised the organization in the ’90s. He has orchestrated the entire centennial campaign.

There are many on the committee committed to various facets of the year-long focus. With all the events planned to paint the state red and black throughout 2023, the alumni association is also leading the volunteer campaign among grads to record a million hours of service in honor of our 100th anniversary. You’ll see more about this initiative in this issue, and another reason to download the TTAA app to be connected fully and in the know on how to participate in this most meaningful way.

As a side note, it was a dream come true to have the alumni center fully lit as part of the Carol of Lights® tradition, enabling lights to be visible on our corner of campus. As I’ve shared before, these lights that burn so brightly for Texas Tech in this historic moment in time represent all our members.

Jill and I feel blessed to be a part of the Texas Tech family. We graduated together in 1990, and both our son, Grant ’20, and daughter, Grace, are third-generation grads, with Grace walking the stage this December. We couldn’t be more proud to be a part of the Texas Tech story, and I know you feel the same for you and perhaps other members of your family. You’re One of Us is so much more significant than a tagline.

Thank you for your continued loyalty to this great association and the university we serve. These little lights of ours shine proudly in your honor, into our next 100 years.

Think big. Think bold.

You can watch this special Carol of Lights® at 100.ttu.edu.

Striving for Honor, Curt Langford ’90,’97 President & CEO

Texas Tech Alumni Association

PEOPLE NEWS

JILL HERNANDEZ, PH.D., HAS BEEN NAMED DEAN OF THE TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HONORS COLLEGE. Hernandez currently serves as dean of the College of Arts & Humanities and a professor of philosophy at Central Washington University, where she secured funding to establish the first Ethics Lab in the Pacific Northwest. An acclaimed ethicist, Hernandez won the 2013 Robert B. Papazian International Prize in Ethics as well as the 2018 Sawtelle Foundation Teaching Innovation Award for meeting the diverse needs of students through lab-based, humanist pedagogy.

Prior to joining Central Washington University, Hernandez served as associate dean of undergraduate programs at the University of Texas at San Antonio, interim associate dean of the Honors College and chair of the Academic Affairs Executive Committee for the University of Texas System Faculty Advisory Council.

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY’S DAVIS COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE SCIENCES & NATURAL RESOURCES HAS NAMED CLINT KREHBIEL, PH.D., AS THE NEW DEAN. Krehbiel has served as a professor and chair of the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Nebraska since 2017 and has decades of experience in animal science and ruminant nutrition.

A native of Kansas who grew up on a diversified farm near McPherson, Krehbiel has an extensive history in agriculture. He earned his bachelor’s (1988) and master’s (1990) degrees in animal science and industry from Kansas State University and his doctorate in animal science with a concentration in ruminant nutrition from the University of Nebraska in 1994.

Prior to joining the faculty at the University of Nebraska, Krehbiel served on the faculty at Oklahoma State University for 17 years, leaving as the Regents Professor and Dennis and Martha White Endowed Chair of Ruminant Nutrition and Health and the assistant head of the Department of Animal Science.

THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE HAS ANNOUNCED THAT IT WILL CHANGE THE NAME OF TEXAS’ FORT HOOD AFTER TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY GRADUATE AND FOUR-STAR GENERAL RICHARD CAVAZOS. The newly proposed name is Fort Cavazos and is part of a broader movement from the naming commission to have the DOD rename 1,111 installations and facilities. The new name will honor Gen. Cavazos, who earned a bachelor of arts in geoscience in 1951 and was the first Hispanic four-star general in Texas. Fort Hood, in Bell County, houses around 40,000 soldiers and was permanently established in 1950. TTAA named him a Distinguished Alumnus of Texas Tech in 1976.

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCED A PARTNERSHIP WITH FOUR OTHER INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND THE U.S. NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF) TO CREATE THE NSF ENGINEERING RESEARCH CENTER FOR ADVANCING SUSTAINABLE AND DISTRIBUTED FERTILIZER PRODUCTION (CASFER).

CASFER, headquartered at Texas Tech, received a $26 million grant from the NSF for an initial five-year period with the possibility of renewing the grant for five more years and another $25 million. Texas Tech will lead the collaborative center and is joined by Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Case Western Reserve University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

The group is tasked with developing next-generation, modular, distributed and efficient technologies for capturing, recycling and producing decarbonized nitrogen-based fertilizers (NBFs). The CASFER engineered system will revolutionize the capture, recovery and recycling of NBFs using byproducts from untapped sources of waste including concentrated animal feeding operations, municipal wastewater treatment plants and runoff.

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SET A RECORD FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENT ENROLLMENT WITH 6,850 STUDENTS — A 2.6% INCREASE OVER LAST YEAR. This fall, 23% of first-year students graduated in the top 10% of their high school class. After the 20th class day, overall enrollment was 40,528 — down slightly from last year’s record of 40,666. That slight dip in campus enrollment came largely from the elimination of an off-campus program with more than 500 students but overall, on-campus enrollment was up over last year.

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY AND THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA) HAVE OPENED A COTTON CLASSING FACILITY ON TEXAS TECH’S CAMPUS. The 30,000-square-foot facility, located across the street from The Rawls Course, is equipped with the latest automated technology and represents the first cotton classing facility located on the campus of an institution of higher education. The equipment in the facility can process up to 50,000 units of fiber a day, focusing on the grade of material going out to consumers.

Cotton classing facilities measure and classify cotton by its specific physical attributes, enabling the cotton to be marketed by producers and giving precise information to consumers regarding the cotton fibers.

The Cotton Classification Complex on Texas Tech’s campus will provide students and researchers with enhanced education and research opportunities in developing fiber measurement technology, automation and robotics, fiber phenomics, prototyping and calibration, and for testing of new instruments and technology.

BRIEFLY

ON NOV. 11, VETERANS DAY, TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY BROKE GROUND AT MEMORIAL CIRCLE TO MARK THE BEGINNING OF TWO NEW PROJECTS. With the support of many organizations on campus, the university will be adding a tribute walk and a Wall of Honor to Memorial Circle.

These enhancements to Memorial Circle, which reflects Texas Tech’s history of honor and support for those who have served in our armed forces, will be permanent reminders of their sacrifice.

The ground-breaking ceremony was attended by notable leaders including retired U.S. Air Force Col. Bobby Waddle; Texas Tech University President Lawrence Schovanec; retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Walter Huffman; Texas Tech University System Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell, M.D.; U.S. Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. and retired U.S. Air Force Col. Lou Ortiz.

The tribute walk will be installed on the east side exterior of Memorial Circle. The Wall of Honor will be installed on the east side interior, for each of 10 honorees who were killed in action or distinguished themselves on the battlefield.

Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. (center) with President Lawrence Schovanec (left) and Chancellor Tedd Mitchell, M.D. (right).

TEXAS TECH PHOTO

THE TEXAS TECH OFFICE FOR INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS HELD ITS ANNUAL “MY HOMETOWN PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST.” International students and scholars are invited to submit photographs of their hometowns, giving them the opportunity to share their unique international experience with the Texas Tech and Lubbock communities. The best photos were displayed at the International Cultural Center during September and October.

Ryleigh Fryar – Scotland

Stephanie Sulewski - United Kingdom

Danielle Harrison - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Alex Jones - Athens, Greece

Matthew Steffel - Spain

Laura Jimenez – Spain

Blanca Gallego – Switzerland

Max Halwas - Barcelona, Spain

TEXAS TECH’S MEN’S GOLF PROGRAM WAS RANKED NO. 1 IN THE COUNTRY BY A GOLFSTAT’S POLL. The ranking comes after three consecutive top-three tournament finishes from Tech, one being a victory at Inverness Collegiate tournament. This time is the first the program has been ranked No. 1 since the 2019-2020 season.

Tech’s Ludvig Aberg is No. 1 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking, and Calum Scott and Aberg are No. 6 and No. 8, respectively, in the first GolfStat player rankings. Texas Tech is the only school in the country with two golfers ranked inside the top-eight and is one of two schools to have a pair of golfers ranked inside the top 10.

Graystone was named the ninth head coach in Texas Tech volleyball history in 2016.

Graystone comes off his most successful season at the helm of the Red Raider program in 2021 in which Texas Tech earned its first NCAA post-season bid since 2001 after going 17-12 in the regular season. It was the fourth 17+ win season since Graystone took over the program in 2016.

A large portion of the donation has been allocated for some significant upgrades to the football infrastructure. $10 million will be directed toward the development and future construction of the Dustin R. Womble Football Center and the new south end zone at Jones AT&T Stadium.

Meanwhile, the additional $1 million will be allocated to future facility upgrades to Rocky Johnson Field, which includes the construction of an awning similar to Rip Griffin Park as well as new field netting, an upgraded sound system and more. This is the largest commitment to Texas Tech’s softball program in the last 20 years.

John played football for the Red Raiders and his wife Tracy, was a softball letterwinner from 2001-03 where she made 89 starts, totaling 58 hits, 31 runs, four doubles, a pair of triples and 18 stolen bases during that time.

TWO FORMER RED RAIDER ATHLETES, JOHN AND TRACY SELLERS, ANNOUNCED A $11 MILLION DONATION TOWARD TEXAS TECH’S CAMPAIGN FOR FEARLESS CHAMPIONS.

HEAD VOLLEYBALL COACH TONY GRAYSTONE WON HIS 100TH CAREER GAME AT TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY WITH A REVERSE SWEEP OF THE UT-RIO GRANDE VALLEY VAQUEROS.

He was expected to compete for a spot on the Rangers during Spring Training this season, but had an injury and then a surgery in February to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder took him out of the running.

Jung came back from injury in July. He hit .274 with six homers in 22 games at AAA Round Rock. He has played a total of 152 games in the minors, hitting .311/.381/.539 with 30 homers and 118 RBIs.

Red Raiders Inspiring Red Raiders

THE TEXAS RANGERS CALLED UP FORMER RED RAIDER JOSH JUNG TO PLAY AT THIRD BASE. Jung was drafted eighth overall by the Rangers out of Texas Tech in 2019. Jung is only the second Texas Ranger in history (since 1972) to hit a homerun in his first MLB plate appearance.

WHAT’S THE

The sweet smell of homemade ice cream fills every corner of the brightly colored shop. Bubblegum pink walls, unique seating, vintage decorations, black-and-white checkerboard floors and a working jukebox in the corner transport customers of all ages back to the 1950s.

Scoop?

Wesley Trook, a junior at Texas Tech University double-majoring in communication studies and mathematics from Lubbock, Texas, purchased Holly Hop Ice Cream Shoppe in November 2021. However, Trook began working at the shop in May 2020, just before his high school graduation, scooping ice cream to make a little extra money before starting college.

“I wish it was a more fun and complicated story, but really, I just kept taking the next step,” Trook said.“I started off as minimum wage, then I got a six-month raise and became a cook, then I became an assistant shift leader, then a shift leader, then an assistant manager, then a manager and then a general manager.

BY LINDSAY DUBE | PHOTOS BY LORI GARCIA

“It got to the point where [the previous] owners, Stephanie and Darryl Holland, were at the shop less and less, because I was there more and more. I was more confident with handling different kinds of situations.”

The iconic ’50s-style ice cream shop has been a Lubbock staple since it opened in 2008. The business moved into its current location on 34th Street in 2010 and has remained relatively unchanged since.

“We’ve looked at a couple different locations in a couple of different towns or cities,” Trook said. “But as for Lubbock, this will be the one and only Holly Hop Ice Cream Shoppe, because we want to make sure that people are coming here to this ’50s-themed strip.”

The shop consistently keeps 24 ice cream flavors and eight dairy-free sorbets in their cabinet for a total of 32 different cold treats from which to choose. Trook said that picking a favorite flavor is like making parents pick their favorite child.

“I don’t typically pick a favorite ice cream just because I like them all and I make them all,” Trook said. “I will say our Purple Cow you won’t be able to find very many places. It’s a black raspberry and white chocolate. It’s like a fancy fruit snack.”

“I think it’s been really important for me to see what it’s like walking in the shoes of just a regular staff member, because it allows me to think in their perspective when making decisions for the business.”

Summertime is predictably the busiest time of year for the shop, but during the colder months the business has been able to get creative to keep customers interested.

“We do special events,” Trook said. “We’ll do a ‘Trunk or Treat’ so kids can come get candy, come get hot chocolate or ice cream or what have you. And we’ll do a ‘Scoops and Santa’ event where we will have Santa Claus come in.”

A full food menu that features classic sandwiches, personal pizzas, ballpark foods and salads also keeps people coming through the doors.

“Things like [seasonal events] balanced with emphasis of our menu brings people back,” Trook said. “Then hopefully the relationships that we built with customers when we are busy during ice cream weather, will keep them coming even when it’s not.”

Trook said that working his way through the business, from novice ice cream scooper to shop owner, has given him an edge when it comes to making tough decisions.

“I think it’s been really important for me to see what it’s like walking in the shoes of just a regular staff member, because it allows me to think in their perspective when making decisions for the business,” Trook said. “I know that because I’ve been in their shoes, I’m able to make decisions based on that.”

Being a full-time student and small business owner does not come without its challenges, and Trook is the first to admit that it

can be difficult. He is grateful to have the support of his staff, family and professors who are willing to accommodate his extra load when necessary.

“(For me) it’s really easy to go to work, go to class and then make ice cream until 4 a.m.,” Trook said. “But then I have to be back up at five, so if I did that often, I’d only get an hour of sleep…so I’m very lucky to have the people who are working here to help me out.”

Nearing his one-year anniversary as shop owner, Trook said his big focus is to keep the business growing.

“I haven’t really thought about celebrating,” Trook said. “For me, it’s less about me owning the business and more just continuing to grow and maintain the standard that was put in place before I got here.”

After graduation in December 2023, Trook says he hopes to pursue law school and continue running the shop.

“With law school at Tech, that would make things a lot more convenient,” Trook said. “But also, if I’m trusting things to go well without me at the shop, it doesn’t matter what the area code is that I am in, or what county I’m in, or what state.”

“So, I think that if we’re where we want to be by December of 2023, then I’ll be able to make that selection, though obviously red and black suits me pretty well.”

Indiana Gardens Shopping Center, where Holly Hop is located, was built in 1955.

Calling all Red Raiders!

Whether you’re an alumnus or you just love Texas Tech, you’re invited to help the university reach its ambitious goal of 1 million hours of volunteerism and service.

1 MILLION HOURS!

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? Anyone who loves Texas Tech is eligible to participate. It doesn't matter who you are; all that matters is that you have a desire to give back to your community.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE Find an individual, an organization, or a cause that needs help and give them your most precious gift – your time and talents. You can mentor a student, coach a youth basketball team, teach a Sunday school class, or work a shift at your local food bank. Any act of service and volunteerism counts.

As you accumulate your hours, log on to 100.ttu.edu/volunteer and submit them. You can log hours as often as you like, and there is no limit on the number of submissions. You can also record hours on behalf of a group or organization. The entire process will take less than one minute to complete. Many of you are already volunteering and serving your communities, so keep up the excellent work and make sure to submit your hours as you complete them.

MAKE IT A COMPETITION Red Raiders love good competition, so here's your chance! We will recognize winners in the following categories:

• Most Hours Completed by at TTU Student Organization

“100 Years, 100 Voices” tells the stories of individuals who made the campus of Texas Tech University their home. Lives of students, professors, and leaders dot these pages, telling their unique histories. From Texas Tech’s first President, Paul Whitfield Horn, all the way to NFL star Patrick Mahomes, this book celebrates Texas Tech’s centennial in 2023 by celebrating the people who have comprised its history.

AVAILABLE FALL 2022 THROUGH TTUPRESS.COM AND AMAZON.COM

• Most Hours Completed by an Alumni Association Chapter

• Most Hours by a Graduating Class

• Most Hours by Graduating Classes Per Decade (’70s, ’80s, ’90s, 2000s etc.)

TIME PERIOD Please submit hours that you worked from Aug. 25, 2022, until Dec. 31, 2023.

LUBBOCK AREA INDIVIDUAL OPPORTUNITIES There are many volunteer opportunities throughout the Lubbock community for individuals to get involved. If you would like to learn more about ways to volunteer today, please visit the Lubbock Volunteer Center website to get connected, getconnected. volunteerlubbock.org.

SHARE YOUR PHOTOS & VIDEOS

If you have photos/video of your volunteer efforts, please share them with us via email at centennial@ttu.edu.

Pat with Elvis, one of her favorite horses. Growing up on a Texas ranch, Pat exhibited horses, steers and pigs. Her favorites, by far, were the horses: “I’ve been on horses about as long as I could walk.” Staying true to her roots, Pat still runs cattle on her family’s ranch in Johnson County.

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Red Raider Pat Mann Phillips is the first woman to chair the world’s largest livestock show and rodeo.

A typical day for young Pat Mann Phillips was filled with work on the family’s ranch in Johnson County, Texas. One of her favorite pastimes was to steal away for a horseback ride. Wearing faded Wranglers and dusty, well-worn boots, her blonde hair pulled up in a ponytail, she never tired of time with her horses.

Tall grass brushed the legs of her horse and the soles of her boots as she rode bareback across the low hills, the only sounds the breeze rustling the trees’ leaves and the soft, rhythmic thumping of hooves made by her favorite gray mare, Birdie.

A quick glance at her watch would alert her that it was time to head back to the barn — responsibility beckoned her. Among a handful of other chores, she needed to wash and brush her steers and her pigs needed to be walked and fed. Even with two brothers and a sister to pitch in, the Mann kids were kept busy between school, ranch work and 4-H.

As a quintessential small-town Texas girl, Pat never would have guessed that someday she’d be living in Texas’ most populous city, at the helm of the massive Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Yet, that ranch upbringing, that instilled in her a very industrious nature, in many ways, prepared her for just such a thing.

The Mann family was rarely idle. Pat learned to be driven from a young age. In addition to the family ranch, Pat’s parents owned Mann Farm and Ranch, locally referred to as “Mann Ag,” an agricultural supply store. Eventually, it became more than a farm and ranch store. Pat says her mom wasn’t content with Mann Ag being solely an agricultural enterprise. She used her entrepreneurial spirit to add a home goods section, offering something for everyone who entered their store. And, in addition to owning a small business as well as farming and ranching, Pat’s father, Sam, a 1953 Texas Tech graduate, was also the county agent for Johnson County.

Even though her father was a Red Raider, Pat had turned her sights eastward. When it came time to pick a college, she was already in the process of selecting a dorm at Texas A&M when she visited Texas Tech with a friend.

“I went out there for that visit,” says Pat,“and afterward I thought, ‘Okay. I’m definitely going to Tech now.’”

Pat jumped into college life at Tech, playing both co-rec football and softball, she joined numerous clubs and even spent some time on the polo fields. She poured her work ethic into a double major: finance and petroleum land management.

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“I had lots of people I knew from Cleburne calling me to ask for advice. I saw that as a good opportunity to go and do something on my own and I haven’t looked back. I joined my husband’s consulting company.”

Pat has always been a horse-lover. Shown here with Elvis at their Trinity Spirit Ranch.

“My class was one of the first to graduate with the petroleum land management degree,” she notes.“I didn’t know anything about that major, coming from a farming ranching community… Anyway, I learned about the petroleum land management degree and I just fell in love with it.”

Pat put both degrees to use. Upon graduation, she went to work in Dallas for Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO) as a landman. She was moved to Oklahoma for a big exploration play for about two years, then was promoted to the Midland office. While living in Midland, she married Tim Phillips. They recently celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary.

The couple had maintained a long-distance relationship for five years until they both landed in the Permian Basin.

“I am very lucky to have married my best friend,” Tim says. “We have so much in common. We both love skiing, hunting, fishing and being outdoors.”

While her promotions sometimes meant her job descriptions changed, she continued to move up and on, into a variety of positions: human resources, contract negotiations and then marketing oil and gas and energy. As Pat notes, if you’re in the oil and gas industry long enough, you’ll land in Houston. In 1998, she and Tim followed their careers to Houston and they began to look for opportunities to give back as a team.

“My husband and I both traveled a lot in our respective businesses,” says Pat.“And of course, coming from small-town-Cleburne, Texas, to the fourth largest city in the nation, I was aware of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (The Rodeo), even though I had never shown livestock or horses here (as a youth). But it was always the Super Bowl of livestock shows and rodeos. So, I wanted to learn more and get involved. Tim and I decided we wanted to do something together.” Not long after becoming involved in the HLSR, in 2002, when gas was discovered on her family’s ranch during the Barnett Shale boom, she set out on her own as an independent energy consultant and subsequently joined her husband’s strategic management consulting firm Revenade, as the executive director of Energy Services.

“I had lots of people I knew from Cleburne calling me to ask for advice,” explains Pat. “I saw that as a good opportunity to go and do something on my own and I haven’t looked back. I joined my husband’s consulting company.”

at a glance

First year the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo was held: 1932

Number of volunteers: 35,000

Number of committees: 110

Total attendance in 2022: 2,417,248

Record Total Attendance: 2017 – 2,611,176

Houston population: about 2.3 million

March 11 is Texas Tech Day at Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. Many HLSR volunteers are Texas Tech alumni who will be logging their volunteer hours for the TTU Centennial million-hour initiative. See the Centennial Section in this issue for more information.

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The Bowlegged H

Falling firmly into the category of “urban,” Houston still clings tightly to its Texas roots.

One of the most “Texas” events in the Lone Star State is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ (The Rodeo). The Rodeo is run by a full-time staff as well as an eye-popping 35,000 volunteers who man 110 committees and keep the entire show ticking.

Held for almost three weeks (20 days) each March at the NRG Park, this wildly popular event boasted millions of visitors in 2022 — greater than the entire population of the city itself!

For those who’ve never attended, the name “livestock show and rodeo” is misleading. Yes, there are livestock shows and rodeos, but there are also an enormous number of events held during the run of the show. There’s the carnival, of course, an exorbitant offering of food and retail vendors, concerts, livestock exhibits, horse shows and, of course, The Rodeo.

And while the show is just a few weeks out of each year, the planning goes on yearround; hence, the need for tens of thousands of volunteers.

The Rodeo’s biggest point of pride is their contribution to the education of Texas youth. Since its inception, HLSR has distributed more than $550 million through scholarships, junior show exhibitors, educational program grants and graduate assistantships. A 2019 economic impact study showed that The Rodeo has a $227 million economic impact.

Pat, top and bottom, in the grand entry at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

Tim and Pat at their Trinity Spirit Ranch. Together, the couple has their consulting company, Revenade.

Working professionally with a spouse can sometimes be a nerve-wracking proposition. That was not the case with Pat and Tim, though.

“Pat’s parents worked together for decades and they set a great example for both of us,” Tim says. “I was never worried about how we would work together. I’ve never looked back. I’ve had a great time being in business with my wife.”

Pat possesses a passion for agriculture and education, which makes the The Rodeo a perfect fit, since those are two of the stock show and rodeo’s missions. In 2002 Pat joined one of the 110 committees that make up the show, the Directions and Assistance Committee, which ultimately spun off into the Tours Committee.

Her role was providing tours through the The Rodeo’s “Agventure,” a sort of agricultural education wonderland for visitors that helps expose people to multiple facets of production agriculture. Agventure houses almost every species of livestock, a birthing center where visitors can welcome baby animals, a fisheries exhibit, a dairy milking parlor and sections devoted to honeybees, horticulture, poultry and more. Pat says in 2022, more than 67,000 people toured Agventure.

“This opportunity with Houston (Livestock Show and Rodeo) has been about connecting people with agriculture,” says Pat.“And when you think about Houston being the fourth largest city in the nation, it’s surprising that this brings me back to my roots. And I just got hooked. This has become something that’s close to my heart.”

Pat’s 20-plus-year devotion to the The Rodeo earned her a coveted spot on the executive committee. For those who know her, it’s no surprise she secured a position.

“She’s always been a real trailblazer,” says Tim.“There were very few women in the oil and gas industry when she started out, so she stood out. She has always been a memorable person and she’s easily approachable with people from all walks of life.”

Pat’s gregarious nature has won her many fans in her career as well as within the The Rodeo. But it was her hard work and devotion to the cause that put her over the top. The executive committee selects members based on merit: involvement, collegiality, accomplishments. Even still, it’s no secret lots of women are excited to see Pat in the top position.

“A majority of the 30,000-plus volunteers at Houston are women,” Tim says. “She doesn’t put herself out as their role model simply because she’s female, but, de facto, she is a role model. Women now see there is opportunity for progression and advancement within The Rodeo.”

“This opportunity with Houston (Livestock Show & Rodeo) has been about connecting people with agriculture. And when you think about Houston being the fourth largest city in the nation, it’s surprising that this brings me back to my roots. And I just got hooked. This has become something that’s close to my heart.”

The Phillips’ Trinity Spirit Ranch, in Waller, Texas, is one of their favorite getaway spots. It’s also home to their five horses.

In 2023 Pat will take the reins as chairman elect and in 2024 she will begin serving a three-year term as chairman of the The Rodeo.

If you didn’t already realize it, she’s kind of a big deal. Even still, you’d never hear her say it.

“Of course, it (holding the chairman position) is a tremendous honor,” Pat says. “And it’s an honor I share with all the many female role models who came before me in the world of rodeo, and all those who surround me daily in the life of the show. Through the hard work, dedication and outstanding representation of so many women at the show, we are all rising together and I’m so grateful for their support.”

The chair position is high profile and incredibly time-consuming, requiring involvement in year-round events that raise awareness and funds for the show. Pat is honored to serve in the position and is proud of the financial support the The Rodeo provides to Texas youth who attend colleges all across the state. She’s especially keeping track of the scholarships awarded to Texas Tech students, noting that there are currently 161 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Scholars who are attending Texas Tech University right now, each on four-year $20,000. The Rodeo has also awarded Texas Tech with close to $94,000 in graduate assistantships.

“The great thing is, the more involved you are with the show, the more you realize the depth and reach of its impact on all the lives we touch,” Pat remarks.“From the students receiving educational support, to our outreach in the community, and especially the volunteer family that brings it all together, along with our amazing staff, generous donors and sponsors, we are building a community that cares about each other now and building a better future for generations to come.”

Pat is a trailblazer. As a student at Texas Tech, she was one of the first graduates of the university’s petroleum land management program. She created a successful and varied career in the oil and gas industry, culminating in joining her husband’s consulting business and now she will serve as the first female chairman of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

what others are saying

Brady Carruth

Current Chairman of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

“Her outgoing and friendly nature makes her a fantastic fit for the position of chairwoman. There are usually around 300 events held throughout the year (associated with the show) where she will be dealing with a lot of different types of people — her personality will serve her well. And she really loves the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.”

Kelly Joy

Fellow Red Raider and Houstonian Volunteer for the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

“She is an absolute princess and just so great. I’m very fond of both Pat and her husband, Tim. She is the type of person who has never seen a glass as ‘half empty.’ She will bring energy and vibrance to the position of chairwoman. She’s definitely the right candidate for that role.”

Jill Sanders Smith

Fellow Red Raider

Volunteer for the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Texas Tech Alumni Association Field Rep – Houston

“She is so approachable, welcoming and kind. She’s generous with her time, even though she runs her own successful oil and gas business. I believe she will open doors for a lot of women within the Houston Livestock Show — she’s been a trailblazer for female leadership within the rodeo. I also look froward to her raising awareness about Texas Tech which will draw more kids to Tech.”

MORE THAN JUST A PLANE TRIP

By Jean Ann Cantore | Photos by Bear Gutierrez

Plane travel has become more than just a fast way to get from Point A to Point B. Commercial air flight has evolved into its own culture, with the airport at the heart of it. Loaded with amenities such as world cuisine, high-end shopping and even entertainment, today’s airports make time between flights more enjoyable — and convenient — for passengers.

Airports constantly strive to improve passengers’ experiences. Today’s travelers expect these facilities to offer comfort and ways to pass the time. The appearance of airports also plays an increasingly important role in how people view these venues. In fact, many of the facilities are considered works of art.

The first commercial airport in the United States appeared in 1908 in Albany, New York. The upstate facility began as a small runway on a former polo field. Albany International Airport still exists but is vastly different than it was 114 years ago.

In 2018, Nick Garcia began working as the senior design manager for the $2.3 billion expansion of the Denver International Airport — a huge undertaking. DIA, as it’s often called, was recently named the third busiest airport out of the top 30 in the world, seeing about 59 million passenger enplanements yearly according to several polls. This past year, the airport opened 16 new gates out of a total of 39 new gates planned. The project also involved creating several new concession areas and providing more comfortable and accessible seating for passengers.

Although he was a native Texan, Garcia and his family moved around with his dad, who was in the U.S. Navy and worked in aviation, overseeing flight line safety, Garcia learned about air travel at an early age. At that time, he just didn’t realize how important it would be later in life. Garcia would say that what he learned from his father was foreshadowing for his future career.

“We’re originally from Corsicana, Texas,” Garcia says. “When my dad retired from the military and we returned to our family home, we realized we needed a larger place to live. My dad ordered a software program that allowed you to design your own house and additions. He and I worked on it at night, and I became hooked. We hired a contractor to build what we designed. I loved the entire process, and that’s when I knew I wanted to work in architecture and design.”

Being in the Top 10% of his high school class in Corsicana, Garcia received attention from several colleges. He was unsure where he wanted to attend school, so he researched Texas schools with architecture programs. Many of his classmates were going to attend Texas A&M. However, Garcia became curious about Texas Tech and wanted to visit Raiderland. His mother accompanied him on his first trip to Lubbock.

“It was six hours away from home, which is close enough yet not too close to home,” Garcia says. “Mom and I were impressed with the campus and with how tightly-knit the Lubbock community was.”

Texas Tech ended up being the perfect fit for the budding designer. He feels he received a top-notch education there. The early drawing classes he took were among his favorites.

“During my time at Tech in the early 2000s, there was a big building boom on campus,” he says. “I really loved watching all those buildings go up. It was fascinating.”

One important part of his college studies was the year he took off from the books and the classroom for an internship. He worked for Alliance Architects in Dallas. The experience cemented his fascination with the entire design process and the thrill of seeing an idea go from rendering to reality.

Nick Garcia at the Denver International Airport.

The DEN Concourse B-West Expansion project was completed in November 2020, adding six gates for United Airlines.

Almost as if it were meant to be, after graduating from college in 2007, Garcia found himself working with airport design in his first professional job in Denver. Not only was it his entrée into the world of airport architecture, but it definitely piqued his interest.

He was assigned to a team that worked on terminals. He would take the senior architects’ sketches and put them into a CAD (ComputerAided Drawing) program. Eventually, his role on the airport design team grew to encompass more advanced tasks and larger projects.

“Airport design is pretty specialized,” he says. “There are many nuances. You have to consider how much space there should be between seats in the waiting area, how best to make a concession area efficient and, of course, how to accommodate TSA lines. You need to think about changing rooms for parents of small children and amenities to make the experience comfortable and efficient for people with disabilities. Creating good traffic flow and visible signage is a big part of it, too. Then you have to allow space for equipment and other activities going on behind the scenes.”

“The technology renaissance,” as he calls the explosion of digitized travel processes and computer and cell phone usage, also affects airport design. People need access to the internet. They also depend on ways to use their personal technology to gather flight and other travel information while in the airterminal.

“I’ve worked with airports all over the United States,” he says. “An airport renovation often involves not just the passenger terminal, but also airplane hangars and transportation hubs. In New Orleans, we redid the entire rental car facility.

“One of my first project manager jobs for an airport was at Minot, North Dakota,” Garcia says.“One of the best things about that job was when I got a paper boarding pass to be the first passenger to walk through the gate to take the first flight from Minot to Denver.”

For people who remember airports as rather dull, today’s variety of air terminal stores, restaurants and places to have fun while waiting for a flight puts an added spark in traveling. Garcia notes that airport malls, a smorgasbord of restaurants and bars as well as live performances are here to stay.

Prior to his current gig with the Denver International Airport facelift, he spent three years in Los Angeles, working on the renovation of LAX. In addition to the great job experience he gained on the West Coast, he also found something even more important — his wife of two years, Brooke, who owns Mainstream Boutique, a clothing store in Denver.

Garcia, ready to change an airport.

COURTESY OF DENVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

The DEN Concourse C-East expansion project, which added 16 gates for Southwest Airlines, opened in May 2022. The photo shows the outdoor patio above and Commuter Airline ground load facility below.

DEN Concourse B-West Expansion project outdoor patio, where on a clear day, you can see a full Rocky Mountain panorama from Pikes Peak to the south to Longs Peak to the north.

Above and right middle: The interior of Minot International Airport, Minot, North Dakota, Garcia’s first airport design job as project manager.

SILVERMAN BE REMARKABLE

Garcia studied hard but also enjoyed life as a college student, first living in Coleman Hall and then off campus in a house with his buddies. When not in class or in studio, he frequented the Rec Center to play pickup hockey or the establishments along Broadway Avenue popular with students.

“New Mexico was closer to Lubbock than Corsicana, so whenever I had the chance, I headed west to hit the slopes,” he says. “In fact, that’s how I ended up in Denver. I applied for jobs here so I could make quick trips to the mountains.”

Another favorite pastime was attending Texas Tech sporting events. He recalls camping out by the then-named United Spirit Arena to get into the Texas Tech vs. Kansas basketball game when Bob Knight was coach.

Garcia was active in many student organizations. He also belonged to Air Force ROTC for three years.

“I joined ROTC because my older brother was attending the Air Force Academy,” he says.“I thought it might be helpful in the future. I considered being a pilot, as my dad had been in the Naval Aviation field, but it didn’t interest me enough to pursue the military. It came down to what I wanted my life to be. Unlike how it is in the military, I wanted to know where I was going to live next and to be able to choose what I wanted to do in my career.”

Nick still keeps up with the lifelong friends he made while in ROTC and admires their service.

Today, Garcia’s life is a great match for his hopes and dreams. He loves his work, and he and Brooke have recently bought their first home. They spend time taking advantage of all Denver has to offer, whether exploring downtown, attending a Rockies or Broncos game on the spur of the moment or making use of the snow surrounding them.

As for his career?

“This definitely is the place for me. It’s the convergence of all of the life lessons I’ve had, including what I learned about aviation from my dad,” Garcia says.“At Texas Tech, I learned the science of materials and how buildings come together, as well as how architecture when done right, has the ability to affect the environment and people.

“This type of architecture is fun for me. It’s a ‘problem’ I know how to solve,” he says.

“At Texas Tech, I learned the science of materials and how buildings come together, as well as how architecture when done right, has the ability to affect the environment and people.”

Garcia on the job at the Denver International Airport

The steel topping off at the DEN Concourse B-East project.

Traditionally, people involved in a construction project sign their names on the last steel beam added to a structure. Garcia added his signature and a Double T on the final beam.

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GARCIA

NICK GARCIA

Cowgirl LIFE

Marisue Burleson Potts and a few friends.

When you hear the town name “Matador, Texas,” the famous Matador Ranch may come to mind. However, Motley County has many additional places with rich stories to tell. In fact, the entire county is full of history.

Once you pass through the gate that says “Welcome to Mott Creek Ranch,” you know you definitely are in Texas Ranch Country. Up and down caliche roads, you are surrounded by the beauty of the Caprock escarpment.

When you spot a street sign that says Broadway and Marland, you realize the people who live there have a sense of humor. Once you arrive at the headquarters of the ranch, a very large black Labrador and bloodhound mix named Odin greets you, followed by his owners, Marisue Burleson Potts and her husband, Rusty Etheredge.

Once part of the historic Matador Land and Cattle Company, the land now known as Mott Creek Ranch was purchased in 1951 when the Scottish syndicate sold out. Marisue Burleson Potts inherited the land from her grandparents J.C. and Onie Burleson and parents, W. E., Jr., and Mollie Burleson. About 1900, her great-grandfather W.E. Burleson, Sr. trailed a herd from Rocksprings to a homestead near Silverton, Texas.

The Burlesons ran primarily Hereford cattle but developed a mixed breed from Durham, Hereford and one old spotted Longhorn that provided random color and spots. A remnant of the herd known as Spots or Paints is still raised by the extended family.

Mott Creek Ranch is, indeed, a working cattle ranch with a small herd of Paints and a grass lease held by a cousin. Over the years, Mott Creek has been a destination for people wanting to see what really goes into ranching and to get a taste of the true cowboy lifestyle.

Originally her parents’ house, Potts’ home is filled with books and memories of family, ranching and nature. Mexican and western-style wood furniture and leather seating tell you that this place is truly part of the West. Potts has lined the walls with artwork and photos of early Motley County ranching and people who inhabited and loved the land. That collection includes an endearing sketch of her father.

From visiting her home, you realize the area’s history goes much deeper than just the past century-and-a-half. Potts and Etheredge are avid scavengers, and along with a geologist and other friends, have unearthed rocks, shells, fossils and even skeletons or partial skeletons of creatures long gone from this world, as well as artifacts from previous inhabitants. Nearly every geological era is represented.

Although born in Motley County, Potts spent quite a bit of her childhood in neighboring Floyd County, Texas. She attended school in Floydada, where she excelled in interscholastic league writing competitions, and participated in 4-H, showing livestock. She also was selected “Most Outstanding 8th Grade Student” by

BY JEAN ANN CANTORE

Never having had the opportunity to attend, much less, graduate, from college, doing so became a bucket list item for Potts. She was that seventh person in her family that she mentioned helping put through college. Potts graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 1998 with general studies in English, history and anthropology.

the faculty at Andrews Ward School. She then attended Floydada High School and her junior year, won the title of 1959 Miss Floydada from a field of more than 30 young women. She was cheerleader and a saxophonist in the Whirlwinds marching band.

The Burlesons moved to their family ranch when Potts still was a teenager. They first lived in the small house that once served as the base camp for ranches along Mott Creek and Middle Pease watersheds.

The well-kept structure, built in 1918 as a replacement of a log cabin, received a Texas State Historical Marker in 1986, thanks to Potts’ research and application for the honor. It now serves as the ranch museum, hosting programs for schoolchildren so they may have a hands-on experience with rock, fossil and ancient shell specimens from the area. The kids also explore the nearby Pease River area.

Potts married and started a family, completed high school, and graduated from Floydada High School in 1960. She then worked at Lubbock National Bank while her husband Frank Potts pursued engineering at Texas Tech, graduating with honors in 1963. A variety

of jobs in the computer industry took the family to California, Michigan and Oklahoma.

“When my dad, W.E., came down with cancer, he asked us to move back to Texas. The whole family participated in raising cattle, as well as building a house and barn, on my inheritance from my grandparents. My five children, Jim, Tom, Robert, Richard and Christy all graduated from Texas Tech.

“In fact, after our divorce in 1994, I attended Texas Tech as a 54-year-old freshman, and Christy and I roomed together during her last year. One time I met her on campus at Memorial Circle and because I didn’t want to embarrass her by having her mother on campus, I’d started to nod and pass her by. She stopped and gave me a big hug, showing her approval.

“Often, on my way to history, journalism, and anthropology classes, I would stop at that same Memorial Circle and look up to the heavens and say,‘Thank you, Lord, for this wonderful experience.’ It was a time of learning, growing and savoring the opportunity of being a Texas Tech student and later a writer for the Texas Techsan under the encouraging then editor Marsha Gustafson Pfluger. As painful as my divorce was, it became a chance for me to pursue my own interests in writing, preserving the history around me and meeting like-minded people at conferences. I served as president of the West Texas Historical Association in 2012-13.”

Never having had the opportunity to attend, much less, graduate, from college, doing so became a bucket list item for Potts. She was that seventh person in her family that she mentioned helping put

The Cottonwood Mott line camp house, built in 1918.

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through college. Potts graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 1998 with general studies in English, history and anthropology.

Although residents there for more than 70 years, the Burlesons were not the first people to live on the land where the ranch is located. Farther down from the line camp house where Potts lived with her parents is the Chimney Creek Dugout, built in 1900 and inhabited by the James Fields family, homesteaders from 1895-1903. It sits by the river breaks, headwaters of the Pease River, where Native Americans once hunted buffalo.

Potts has seen evidence that the Native Americans — Apache, Comanche or Kiowa — traded with Comancheros (New Mexican traders), leaving behind trinkets called “jingles,” along with bells, conchos and even earrings that Potts says resemble a pair she recently spotted in a current clothing catalog.

Many other peoples have traveled through and spent time there as well. On one of the large sandstone boulders above the river banks is an etching of a running horse, complete with saddle, stirrups, flying reins, and a U brand, thought to be the work of a lost 4th U.S. Cavalry soldier or a traveling New Mexico cowboy in the 1880s.

TOP LEFT: Ruins of the Chimney Creek Dugout.

TOP RIGHT: Red sandstone breaks of the Triassic Period with white gypsum.

BOTTOM LEFT: Seep springs of the headwaters of the Middle Pease River.

The Cottonwood Mott, named for the stand, or mott, of trees which surrounded a natural spring here, was the site of a line camp as early as 1878. Cowboys used the camp as a base from which to work, herding cattle and mending fences on the ranch. A log cabin was built here by employees of the Jingle Bob Ranch, and was the site of at least two gunfights. The ranchland was sold in 1882 to the Matador Land & Cattle Company, LDT., a Scotland-based syndicate. The company sold out in 1951, and the land was divided into smaller ranches. Texas Sesquicentennial 1836-1986.

Text from Texas State Historical Marker at the Cottonwood Mott Line Camp.

Photos this page by Burr Williams/Sibley Nature Center

A perpetual student, Potts enjoys seeing and learning new things about the land her family has cherished for so long. She also likes opportunities to share her knowledge with others.

Being a founding board member and serving as a curator of the Motley County Historical Museum has enhanced Potts’ appreciation of her stomping grounds. She helps direct the museum and has contributed many items displayed there.

The two-story brick building, on Dundee Avenue in Matador (open by appointment only or on special occasions) was originally the Traweek Hospital, named after A.C. Traweek, Sr., M.D., the first county physician. It opened in 1928.

“The bottom floor was the clinic,” Potts says. “Upstairs was the hospital. I was born in that very back room up there.

“We have tried to cover all aspects of Motley County and Matador history here. Beginning with the lobby, now the entrance to the museum, you see the different eras of this county.”

A highlight of the lobby is a small collection of remains of ancient creatures native to the area also greet you. A particular favorite is the skull of a phytosaur, a crocodile-type predator nearly 40 feet long from the Triassic period.

“We also like to share with the kids all the animal skeletons we’ve found,” she adds.“We have a delicate armadillo skeleton that is in pieces that we sometimes like to put together with the kids when we do programs.”

The building is a perfect setup for a museum. Each former exam room represents different time periods and aspects of life in the area. One is full of archived Motley County newspapers, and another, photos and artifacts of Native Americans who lived in the area.

Yet another room displays a large quilt with squares depicting structures in historic Motley County. In front of the quilt sits a diorama of 1916 Matador buildings, both hand-created by Joyce Martin Archer.

Then there’s the wartime room, depicting life in Motley County during the world wars. Also in the lobby area is a carefully researched and compiled binder of every Motley County soldier who died serving his country during WWI, WWII and other wars.

Aside from the museum and presenting educational programs, Potts enlightens people about her part of the world by writing. She is author of four books based on her life and those of people who have appreciated the Rolling Plains.

“Marisue is the type of friend all researchers would like to have, someone to bounce ideas off and work with freely. She is a good friend and a good person, and I feel privileged to be her friend."

“Marisue is the type of friend all researchers would like to have, someone to bounce ideas off and work with freely,” says Danella Dickson, genealogist and member of South Plains Genealogical Society. “She is a good friend and a good person, and I feel privileged to be her friend.

In 2008, Dickson revived research left by a high school student who moved on to college. Of particular interest was a Confederate veteran, Ridgely Greathouse, buried in Motley County. Dickson researched his life, then enlisted Potts, whom she knew was a talented researcher and writer, to collaborate with her.

“I’d tell Marisue about something I found and she would ask a question I hadn’t thought of, and the search would continue,” Dickson says. “We worked together very well.”

Potts notes that although Greathouse’s life story was a mystery when Dickson contacted her, he was already a well-known legend among the cowboys, local historians and Philander Cribbs, father of Ella Cribbs (“Send Your Letter to the Matador Ranch”), because “his refinement and culture defied his demeaning end of life.”

During the pandemic, the duo’s collaboration continued, and Potts wrote the book about Greathouse. It was published in 2021.

Potts jokes about her three latest publications, “So, out of COVID’s sequestering and social distancing, I wrote three books and got married.”

The carving of a horse in the sandstone by the banks of the Mott Creek. Potts points to the details in the horse carving.

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MARISUE POTTS

A lifelong reader and writer, penning books came naturally to the ranch historian. Potts has held many book signings and presentations in her home county and beyond, including recently at a board meeting of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas Lubbock chapter.

“Motley County Roundup: Over 100 Years of Gathering in Texas” (2nd Ed. 2020) Her first book, written in 1991, contains historical information about life in the Rolling Plains region of Texas, detailing the lives of residents from the early 1800s to the 1990s. It includes stories of her own family and detailed information about various communities and personalities.

“Ridgely Greathouse: Confederate, Conspirator, Convict, and Capitalist” (2021) This biography tells about a native Kentuckian who moved to California and along with his brothers, became wealthy carrying gold and silver on their stagecoaches. After a failed scheme to rob the Union of gold to benefit the Confederacy, Ridgely became an exile living in Mexico during the French occupation and Revolution. His life of adventure, along with that of his brothers, changed the history of the west.

“Cowgirls Don’t Cry: A Personal Reflection on a Life Shaped by the Pease River Breaks” (2021) — Potts’ memoir of her life is set among the historical backdrop of Motley County ranches and people. She includes much of her research about the history of the area and its ranches.

“Direct Your Letter to the Matador Ranch: A Cowboy’s Long Distance Romance with a Cotton Farmer’s Daughter” (2022) Potts follows a five-year, letters-only courtship between Matador Ranch cowboy D.C. Kieth/Keith and young Ella Cribbs of Eastland County, Texas, which culminated in a marriage and family during the organization of Motley County. Complete with family photos.

Potts and Etheredge met four years ago, when he moved to Matador to help his daughter, an occupational therapist, find a place to live. They met at the senior citizens center. He then attended a meeting of the Canyonlands Archeological Society where Potts was giving the program

After the meeting, a friend told Potts that Etheredge said to him, after her presentation, “That’s the girl.” Months and months later, Etheredge visited her church, not realizing she attended there. COVID was just beginning, so the romance began as a phone relationship but soon progressed rapidly, as she puts it.

“I actually proposed to him,” she says.“We’d been out on a date one evening, and I called him at 12:30 a.m. and said,‘It’s really ridiculous that we can’t be together all the time. Why don’t we get married?’”

They married the next day, to the surprise of everyone in the community. No one even realized they were dating.

A man of many talents and much knowledge, Etheredge has bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University and a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M. His career has ranged from computer

programming to ranch management. Since he and Potts married, he has taken on several roles at Mott Creek Ranch.

The day of our tour, he was preparing to repair a ranch windmill. There aren’t many “windmill men” anymore, he explained. He then mentioned the importance of having windmills in each pasture so cattle may be rotated through them in order to reduce the incidence of parasites, not to mention overgrazing.

Etheredge beams as he talks about his wife’s accomplishments. He notes that in addition to the Cottonwood Mott Line Camp historical marker by the original ranch house, she was responsible for the placement of five more Texas State Historical Markers in the area.

“I am so proud of this community in how they have supported her and these books,” he says.

Marisue Burleson Potts is many things to many people — mother, grandmother and wife; ranch owner and general manager and historian and writer.

One thing that really stands out about her though is her love for her home state. She is a Texan, through and through.

Whether you live in Lubbock or just come back to visit, look for a feature called “Gown + Town” in each issue. This section highlights a special place or event in the Lubbock area that mustn’t be missed.

The American Windmill Museum in Lubbock

BY JEAN ANN CANTORE | PHOTOS COURTESY OF AMERICAN WINDMILL MUSEUM

WHEN MANY AMERICANS HEAR THE word “windmill,” they think of iconic tall wooden towers topped by a wheel with a tail. Wind spins the blades, creating energy to pull water from the ground, where it is collected into a water tank and can be used to water livestock.

However, those specimens are not the only style of windmill in the world. In The Netherlands, standing among the tulips are windmills with large bases and four huge white blades. The similarly-structured ones that fictional character Don Quixote fights in the book of the same name still stand today in Spain.

Windmills are part of the American landscape but often are associated with West Texas, where there is ample wind to propel them. So it’s appropriate that a place dedicated to them is located in Lubbock.

The Hub City is home to a real treasure — the largest windmill museum in the world. The American Windmill Museum, located in Mackenzie State Park, opened in 1997. The museum building is a 66,000-square-foot structure sitting on 28 acres. The City of Lubbock donated the land for the facility, which is on rolling hills that provide an interesting view of its very large residents.

“At the American Windmill Museum, visitors will see a rare Twin Wheel Windmill on a 40-foot tower as they drive through the gates,” says Sandra Harris, museum director.“When visitors come through the front doors of the American Windmill Museum, they will be greeted with a smiling face and hear a train going overhead. In the front building of the museum is a large G-scale train display. The train display includes a 13-foot-tall helix which takes the trains up to the second level so the trains can run around the top of the building.

“This train was built to depict the relationship between windmills and trains. The steam engine needed water, and in the South Plains, you had to use a windmill to pump water from underground. Without the two industries teaming up, this region would not have been explored and populated. In the train room,

we also have antique wind chargers, the miniature house collection, and a few windmills, including a beautiful 22.5-foot Texas Pattern Axtell Standard on a handmade 27-foot bent leg tower.”

All exhibits at the museum are permanent. There are about 150 windmills on display inside the buildings and another 50 outside.

The museum also owns 17th Century mills and a couple of power mills, which use wind power for more than water pumping. Some are used to turn heavy grist wheels to crush grains, seeds and other materials to make flour or syrup, and others are used to run equipment such as saws to cut wood. In fact, one room of the building has a collection of large grist wheels.

A popular attraction is the commemorative Flowerdew Hundred Post Mill, a grist mill used to grind seed into flour. The large structure was relocated from its original home in Virginia to Lubbock in 2010. It is one of the very few working post mills in the Western Hemisphere. This mill, the first built in North America, was constructed in 1621 for Sir George Yeardley for his plantation, Flowerdew, in Virginia. Although that first post mill was destroyed in a storm, remains were found, and became the basis for the replica at the museum.

The American Windmill Museum is the largest of its kind in the world.

The museum’s beginnings were humble. Billie Wolfe, a Texas Tech University professor of home economics, developed an interest in windmills in the 1960s while teaching classes in design for living. She took photos of farms and ranches, which, she noticed, all had windmills — often in sad states of disrepair. She began asking the farmers and ranchers not to tear down the structures but to allow her to purchase the windmills. Her dream was to create a windmill museum. She gathered several different types of windmills and put them in storage.

After years of looking for windmills in need of a facelift and/or a new home, Wolfe hit the wind machine jackpot in the 1990s when she heard of a collection of 48 restored early American windmills, 171 weights and 56 pumps and models for sale in Nebraska. She visited with the owner and made an offer that he accepted. Back home in Lubbock, she met Lubbock native Coy Harris, CEO of Wind Engineering Corporation, who shared her love for the mechanical giants. Together, they established a nonprofit organization in 1993, the financial basis for the wind museum.

Harris arranged for the equipment move to Lubbock. In early 1997 Ms. Wolfe passed away, but her and Harris’s work was rewarded that summer by the City of Lubbock offering the windmill group a permanent home in Mackenzie Park later that year.

“The original building that housed the windmills was an old shop on the grounds,” Harris says. “The building was really not large enough to hold many windmills, but it was a good start until the new building was moved and erected. That building was donated when Marsha Sharp Freeway was constructed and it had to be taken down. The original building is now our shop area again where we restore windmills.”

The Scarborough-Linebery Foundation of Midland awarded a grant of more than $1 million dollars to the museum, and a 30,000-square-foot gallery building

In addition to the educational and entertainment value of the museum and its holdings, it has become a popular venue for events. Two annual events held there are the Corvette and Windmill Show the fourth Saturday of each January. The other is the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce’s Lubbock Uncorked event, which showcases area wineries.

Holidays are fun times at the museum. Every July 4th is a members-only, bring-yourown picnic complete with the city’s fireworks show. Christmas brings a time for a Christmas village display that changes each year and a chance to meet Santa. In the spring, visitors can meet the Easter Bunny.

“Our enclosed patio features a 6,000 square foot mural hand painted by LaGina Fairbetter,” Harris adds. “We rent our enclosed patio area and have many weddings and family functions throughout the year.

One of the last rooms you will walk through is the gift shop. Our gift shop has several nostalgic and unique items and even some handmade items by local artists. The museum continues past the gift shop and features a room dedicated to Billie Wolfe.

For costs and information about renting the museum, please contact the museum staff at 806.747.8734.

SANDRA HARRIS, DIRECTOR, AMERICAN WINDMILL MUSEUM

LEFT: The Flowerdew Hundred Post Mill. RIGHT: Some of the collection is housed indoors.

Fairbetter's 6,000-square-foot mural.

was built and opened in 2001 to house the rare windmills. Windmills as large as 25 feet in diameter could be displayed indoors.

By 2001, the museum had the largest public collection of restored windmills in the world. The collection now includes a 25-foot Southern Cross, a 25-foot Texas Pattern Railroad Eclipse and smaller-sized ones, all the way down to the little 1-foot Ant Killer and a very rare Iron Turbine, the first all-metal design.

The largest wind machine at the museum is the 660 KW Vestas Wind Turbine in service since 2005. It has a 154-foot diameter wheel and stands on a 165-foot-tall tower. It powers the museum complex.

Coy Harris, as executive director, of the museum, designed and supervised all the construction of the windmill museum as well as the restoration and continued acquisition of the museum’s collection of rare mills. He also collected a number of early electric generating wind chargers, some dating to the 1920s to add to the treasure trove.

Wolfe didn’t live to see the museum come to full fruition, but her hard work and spirit endure there. If it weren’t for her passion for these machines and her dream of a place where people could see them, the American Windmill Museum would not be what it is today.

The American Windmill Museum is a nonprofit organization that is supported by private donations, grants and memberships. It is overseen by a board of directors.

HOURS

Open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed Sunday and Monday and for special events.

ADMISSION

Family of four $20.00 Adult $7.50 Children 6-12 $5.00

Seniors 60+ and Veterans $6.00 Children 5 and under Free Active military and families Free

Memberships start at $50 per year for a family and allow free admission for four as often as you would like to visit for one year. The cost includes invitations to all AWM hosted events and a discount in the gift shop.

For more information, visit www.windmill.com

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Scrapbooks of the Past

BY JENNY SPURRIER, ED.D.

AS WE ALL GEAR UP for celebration of the Texas Tech University centennial celebration, it’s a good time to look back on some early history of the institution. The University Archives at the Southwest Collection/Special Collection Library is fortunate to house numerous collections relating to Texas Tech, from its origin to today. One place to look for information is in scrapbooks.

Most of you are probably familiar with scrapbooks. According to Merriam Webster, a scrapbook is “a blank book in which various items (such as newspaper clippings or pictures) are collected and preserved” and the first use of the word dates to 1825. Scrapbooks today may resemble those of the past or they might be digital. Within the archives, there are a number of scrapbooks and the University Archives has some very early ones.

Searching for scrapbooks started with looking at some of the Texas Tech reference files in the SWC/SCL Holden Reading Room. There are a host of scrapbooks referenced, some attached to certain departments or student organizations. Within the specific file “Texas Tech: Scrapbooks” there are several collections listed. One collection listed is Texas Tech: College Scrapbooks, 1923-1973. In this collection there are 15 boxes holding scrapbooks. Another is simply Scrapbook, 1927-1929. This item is just one large scrapbook.

The first collection, which contains numerous scrapbooks, holds the traditional scrapbook filled with newspaper clippings. The first scrapbook in this collection is titled Texas Technological College Scrapbook No. 1, November 20, 1923-October 6, 1924. The title page of the scrapbook is interesting. There is a photograph of the Administration Building by Daniel Studios dated 1925. Below the photo are the song lyrics for “O College Mother, Beautiful.” The photo and the lyrics are on top of an information page for The Ideal Scrapbook. The entire scrapbook is the traditional type. These clippings are related to Texas Technological College. They are dated, list the source for the clipping, and each page is numbered. The first numbered page has three clippings. One from the Plainview Herald states,“Tech Board Will Select Present at Houston Meeting.” It is dated November 20, 1923. The first box of this collection contains the same “ideal” scrapbooks.

The Scrapbook, 1927-1929, is a larger-sized scrapbook also by the same company. While it has some clippings, it is not just traditional clippings. There are many loose items within this scrapbook. The first few pages are an alphabetized listing, which then references a page number. For instance, under the letter “C”, “commencement” is listed with reference to page number eight. A visit to the page has several items such as an invitation, a mailing list, a program, as well as instructions for commencement and the order of the academic procession. There is a wide variety of articles, letters, cards, invitations and other pieces throughout this scrapbook.

In paging through the scrapbook, I ran across a letter dated Aug. 29, 1927, and is addressed to faculty from President Horn. In the letter, he sets several dates for the fall: first faculty meeting, start of payroll, President’s Reception for faculty, college entrance exam dates, freshman orientation and opening

convocation to be held in the gymnasium. This document is reflective of how times have changed. We seldom see letters but are sometimes inundated with emails.

Programs are placed throughout this scrapbook. Another program is for the “International Relations Conference” held in April of 1928. Yet, another for an Armistice Day event. There are holiday greeting cards and various concert programs. One item, perhaps a type of press release, has a May date but no year. It was issued from the President’s Office regarding an announcement for a change of date for an event. The memo, in part reads, “On two separate dates thus far the pageant has been rained out. However, we are sure of the fact that the copious rains have been of more benefit to the country as a whole than the pageant would have been…If the rain should prevent the pageant from being given on the nineteenth, it will be definitely called off for the year.” This scrapbook is chock full of fascinating and curious information about Tech’s early years. This is just a brief glimpse at some materials from the past.

As we celebrate the centennial, take this time to look back over your own time at Texas Tech. Share your scrapbooks and memories with family and friends. If those scrapbooks and photo albums are in the attic and too hard to get to, you can still see some bits and pieces that the University Archives has digitized at: https://swco-ir.tdl.org/handle/10605/48 or the La Ventana via the Libraries page: https://ttu-ir.tdl.org/handle/2346/48621 .

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https://swco-ir.tdl.org/handle/10605/48 or the La Ventana via the Libraries page: https://ttu-ir.tdl.org/handle/2346/48621

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Does seeing these photos make you wish you enrolled your Red Raider-to-be in the Legacy Club? Don’t miss out again! Mark your calendars for Jan. 3, 2023, as that’s when we’ll open our Legacy Club enrollment for 2023. Current TTAA members will be able to register their little ones for $19.23 per Legacy. Learn more about enrollment, benefits and more at texastechalumni.org/LegacyClub.

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Brooke Reeves, 16 & Archer Reeves, 12

Emma Donalson, 10 months

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HOMECOMING 2022

During Texas Tech Homecoming 2022, the Texas Tech Alumni Association hosted the 61st annual A Matador Evening on Oct. 21. The dinner celebrated six deserving Red Raiders for their love of and dedication to Texas Tech and the TTAA. From left are Dinah DeWitt Gaspard ’72 and Jim Gaspard ’72, Distinguished Service Award; Macie Miller, agricultural communications student, Brent Ross Fearless Champion Award; Terry E. Fuller ’77 and Linda Schlinkman Fuller ’69, Lauro F. Cavazos Award; and Mark F. Miller, Ph.D., ’82, ‘84 Distinguished Service Award. A Matador Evening is a fundraiser, with proceeds supporting academic scholarships, faculty enrichment, local chapter efforts and alumni awards, as well as an opportunity for alumni to reconnect with classmates and friends.

RAIDER RED STATUE

A NEW PERMANENT CAMPUS RESIDENT WAS PRESENTED Saturday, Oct. 22, before the Homecoming victory against West Virginia. The long-awaited bronze sculpture of Raider Red was placed near the Frazier Alumni Pavilion, southwest of Jones AT&T Stadium.

The Texas Tech University System Public Art Program and the Raider Red Statue Committee revealed the nine-foot tall statue. It immediately became a prime spot for photos.

According to Chris Snead, chair of the committee and vice president of the Texas Tech Alumni Association, the $250,000 project has been in the works since the 1990s. In 2020, the Texas Tech Credit Union provided the major funding to make the statue a reality. Many alumni contributed funding, time and energy toward the effort.

“We are grateful for the support of the Texas Tech Credit Union and its enthusiasm for Raider Red,” said Texas Tech University President Lawrence Schovanec. “This statue will embody its generosity and the spirit of those who have contributed to the 50-year legacy of our mascot.”

The sculpture’s creator is renowned artist Garland Weeks, a 1967 Texas Tech University agricultural economics graduate.

Raider Red was created in 1971 by Saddle Tramp Jim Gaspard, a 1972 Texas Tech University journalism graduate.

James Brady, right, of Lubbock and Tomisin Alausa of Plano were crowned Texas Tech University’s 2022 Homecoming King and Queen Oct. 22, during the Texas Tech vs. West Virginia game at Jones AT&T Stadium. Brady, an agricultural communications major, represents Phi Delta Theta. Alausa, a journalism and public relations and strategic communication management major, represents Chi Omega.

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TTU Black Alumni Reunion Weekend

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ONCE IT WAS ANNOUNCED THAT Texas Tech University would open the Black Cultural Center on campus on Friday, Sept. 9, a group of alumni immediately planned to extend the historical moment into activities for the entire weekend.

Almost 300 alumni returned to their alma mater for the events.

The TTU Black Alumni Reunion Weekend, open to former students, alumni and family, kicked off Sept. 9 with support of the Black Cultural Center, followed by a full reunion schedule with a reception that night at the Frazier Alumni Pavilion, presented by the TTU School of Law.

A game-watching party followed, with more than 12 student organizations hosting meetups on Saturday morning and wraps up with a Black Excellence Jazz Brunch at Lee’s Cafe.

The proceeds from this inaugural reunion raised more than $5,000 with more than half of these dollars returned to fund the reunion in 2024 and also endow scholarships for minority and first-generation students. The TTU Black Alumni Reunion also broke a record for the largest number of black students to return to campus for an alumni event. Notable events included a wreath-laying ceremony at Memorial Circle on Saturday morning to recognize students and alumni who were absent but not forgotten.

In conjunction with the bookstore rebranding and the cultural center opening, the TTU Black Alumni Reunion weekend reached out to more than 5,600 black alumni with an Alumni Author Call. More than 20 Black Alumni Authors submitted books to be added permanently to the collection at the Black Cultural Center Peters Family Legacy Library. The capstone event was the Black Excellence Brunch presented by the TTU College of Media and Communication.

According to reunion organizers and Texas Tech alumni Telea Stafford Jackson, president of Phenixx Marketing, agency of record for the event, and Cory S. Powell, director of the Office of Institutional Diversity at Texas Tech, their hope for this reunion was to allow access to turn into long-term connections and opportunities.

Students helped host guests at the weekend events.

Alumnus author Eddie Huff ’73 presented his book “Y’all Have Sinned: How Blaming Others Is Not A Winning Strategy” at the book signing event.

The Black Cultural Center at Texas Tech University, the first of its kind in the state of Texas, held an opening celebration Oct. 21. The center, located directly east of the Student Union Building, celebrates black history and culture. It offers study spaces, areas for computer use and a private area for meetings.

Three paintings of Buffalo Soldiers by the late Bob Snead, a renowned El Paso artist, are displayed in the common area. His family, including son Chris Snead, TTAA vice president, who is a liaison with the Black Alumni Network, donated the art in honor of the artist, a highly-decorated Vietnam Veteran.

Another highlight is the Peters Family Library, which has books pertaining to Black culture and history. Brenda Peters is a former TTAA board member.

Alumni Paul Stafford ’94, left, and Heath Harris ’89 enjoyed the reunion events.

Chapter Leader Workshop

NEARLY 80 VOLUNTEERS FROM 77 TTAA chapters across the United States gathered in Lubbock Sept. 9 and 10 for a Chapter Leadership Workshop.

Chapters provide a way for alumni in specific areas to gather together to network, volunteer and support Texas Tech University. Each year, the TTAA chapters raise thousands of dollars in scholarship funds for future Red Raiders from their areas. Spread around the globe, the alumni chapters serve as the backbone of the TTAA mission to support our university, build relationships and foster growth.

In addition to a dinner and networking, the workshop participants attended sessions on building successful chapters, event planning and fundraising, increasing membership and communications, and scholarships and endowments. Many attendees also enjoyed the pregame party at the Frazier Alumni Pavilion and attended the football team’s double overtime win over Houston at Jones AT&T Stadium.

This year’s event was underwritten by a generous donation from Chancellor Emeritus Kent Hance and will occur every two years in Lubbock.

TTAA Alumni Cup Golf Tournament

THE 2022 TTAA ALUMNI CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT held Sept. 9 at The Rawls Golf Course in Lubbock was the largest yet. The ninth annual event had twice as many teams as any other TTAA Alumni Cup. Proceeds from the event went toward scholarships administered by the Texas Tech Alumni Association. The 2023 Alumni Cup Golf Tournament will be in Lubbock, Friday, Sept. 8, prior to the Oregon State game.

THE TEXAS TECH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION HELD ITS ANNUAL DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARDS DINNER NOV. 11 AT THE MCKENZIE-MERKET ALUMNI CENTER. The highest alumni honor the university bestows, the award honors alumni who have contributed to the greater good of Texas Tech, the region and beyond. The 2022 honorees were Richard Gaynor, M.D., ’71, president and chief of research and development for BioNTech US; Alan Henry ’64, ’65, president of Alan Henry Insurance Agency Inc.; Mac Thornberry ’80, retired U.S. Representative for the 13th District of Texas; and Leslie Ward ’87, president of AT&T Texas.

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Three New Alumni Networks

AN ALUMNI NETWORK IS A group of TTU alumni who unite around a central interest, mission or background beyond class affiliation or geographical location. In 2022, the Texas Tech Alumni Association created three new network partnerships to help alumni engage within their interest communities and to support Texas Tech.

COLLEGIATE RECOVERY COMMUNITY ALUMNI NETWORK

This network expands the mission of the TTU Center for Collegiate Recovery Communities which supports students in recovery from alcohol or substance use, eating disorders, mental health conditions, or any other behavioral addictions. The network is open to all who support recovery, for themselves or for others. Members need not be TTU or CCRC alumni,but all CCRC alumni are encouraged to join.

GOIN’ BAND ASSOCIATION ALUMNI NETWORK

The Goin’ Band Association network supports the TTAA and the Goin’ Band Association through membership in both organizations. The association raises money to support the Goin’ Band in many different ways, but most importantly, through the association’s scholarship endowment for Goin’ Band members.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION ALUMNI NETWORK

The Student Government Association Alumni Network aims to increase and strengthen the overall alumni outreach and engagement on behalf of former members of the Student Government Association.

To belong to a network, you must be a member of the TTAA. Visit www.texastechalumni.org/alumninetworks to learn more.

Balido Gardens

PHOTOS BY ANDREA WATSON

THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION DEDICATED THE Balido Gardens area of the Frazier Alumni Pavilion on Sept. 3. The gardens area is the fenced back patio of the facility, which is a perfect spot to enjoy the outdoors while attending events at the pavilion.

“The outdoor space is an enhanced addition of what makes the Frazier Alumni Pavilion such a special place for events on the Texas Tech campus,” said Curt Langford, TTAA president and CEO. “It’s a beautiful area, and we are pleased to be able to dedicate that space as we start another season of football pregames this fall.”

Nelson Balido ’92,’93, an alumnus, businessman and former member of the TTAA National Board of Directors, said he and his former business partner, John Czapski’78,a former board member, originally proposed and donated the gardens project 20 years ago and to be dedicating the space now is an honor.

Alumni Travels

Peggy Adcox Maxwell ’76, ex-officio member of the TTAA National Board and chair of the board Academic Recruiting committee, and her husband, Gregg Maxwell, enjoyed a South American adventure in September that included visits to Machu Picchu, Peru, and the Galapagos Islands. Their tortoise friend in the islands is more than 100 years old, according to his markings. (Courtesy of Peggy and Gregg Maxwell)

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Teddi Crager Cherry ’77 and Dale Cherry ’78 and Julie Kistenmacher Fuller ’77 and Gary Fuller ’77 visited the famous Claret Jug Pub at the Donvegan Hotel, adjacent to the St Andrew’s Golf Links a few days before the British Open in July. Their server, Grace Kerr

wore a Texas Tech ring and turned out to be

Texas Tech grad currently working on her master’s degree in math and chemistry at the University of St Andrews. (Courtesy of Dale Cherry)

A plaque commemorates the dedication.

Balido and Langford celebrate the dedication of Balido Gardens.

ALUMNI NEWS

COMPILED BY LINDSAY DUBE AND JENNIFER RITZ

FACULTY

VIRGINIA WHEALTON , a friend, Lubbock, is a recipient of the American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship from The American Association of University of Women. Recipients will pursue academic work and lead innovative community projects to empower women and girls. Virginia is an assistant professor of Musicology at Texas Tech and is affiliated with the Department of History and with the Women’s and Gender Studies program.

1978

SHARON HIBNER MAINES (BA Telecommunications) Lubbock, has retired from KCBD NewsChannel 11 Lubbock where she served as “Daybreak Today” anchor and executive producer for 27 years. She started her TV career as Lubbock’s first female news anchor at KLBK in Lubbock in 1974. The Texas Tech College of Media & Communication honored Sharon as an Outstanding Alumna in 2017. Among many other accolades, she was also recognized as

Volunteer of the Year and honored by the Texas Classroom Teachers Association. Her husband is Kenny.

1981

RANDALL T. REID (MFA Art) San Marcos, Texas, has been a professor of art and design at Texas State University San Marcos since 1988. He has participated in more than 300 exhibitions and is represented in numerous private and public collections including The American Embassy, Kuwait; The Arkansas

A GLIMPSE AT TEXAS TECH’S HERITAGE Three stars of the 1993 Texas Tech NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship team, Sheryl Swoopes, Krista Kirkland Gerlich and Cynthia Klinger Kinghorn , from left, pose for Sam Magee’s 1993 “La Ventana” shot PHOTO RESEARCHED BY JEAN ANN CANTORE

BOOKS

ANNE D. WITHERSPOON (BBA ’93 General Business) Lucas, Texas, has released her first book Unicorn Leadership. The author’s goal to inspire readers to dream bigger and accomplish more. Unicorn Leadership provides short, bite-sized chapters and 40 specific action steps to assist you with your personal journey toward success. Anne is a C-level leader who has spent 25 years in corporate America learning from the best and the worst. She has multiple credentials and expansive leadership experience. She currently serves on the board of directors for the Texas Business Hall of Fame. She lives in the Dallas area with her husband, Jonathan, and two children.

MARK N. LAMB (BBA ’73 Accounting) Houston, Texas, has released Compass and a Map; A Guide for the International Business Development Manager. The book shares experiences that were key to Lamb’s career as a business development manager. It focuses on sharing and exchanging development techniques, knowledge, travel skills and experiences between international business development, sales and commercial managers. An underlying theme of the book is the requisite for broad-based skill sets, supported by ‘soft skills’ and networking capabilities. His wife is Carla.

GORDON W. DAVIS, PH.D. , Lubbock, Texas, a former Texas Tech University professor and large philanthropic donor after whom the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources is named, has co-authored “Cashup Davis: The Inspiring life of a Secret Mentor.” The book follows the life of Cashup Davis, his wife Mary and their 11 children as the family became one of the first white families to settle on the rolling hills of the Palouse in eastern Washington Territory. However, Cashup had another dream: he was resolutely determined to build a grand hotel on one of the region’s highest points, the summit of Steptoe Butte. The story is told through the eyes of his great-grandson, Gordon, who views Cashup as the “secret mentor” he never met. His wife is JOYCE DAVIS (BBA ’76 General Business).

Art Center, The Austin Museum of Art, The Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts, The Masur Museum and The Muscarelle Museum of Fine Arts. He is best known for re-mixing and re-contextualizing historic materials and has engineered salvaged steel and wood into formal color compositions. His wife is Olivia.

1982

RONALD E. MILLER (BA Political Science) Lynchburg, Virginia, has been named the vice president for online learning for Southwest Baptist

THE 44 WUENSCHE FAMILY GUINNESS WORLD RECORD HOLDERS

When Amber Wuensche Parker read that a family of 40 held the Guinness World Record for the “most family members to graduate from the same university,” she knew her family had the record beat.

The Wuensche family has 44 direct family members who are Texas Tech graduates. An additional 14 spouses also graduated.

She submitted evidence to Guinness for verification. On July 1, 2022, Guinness announced that the Wuensches held the new world record.

FRANCIS WUENSCHE HOLDEN

AMBER WUENSCHE PARKER BOBBY WIED KELLY WIED MANN REAGAN MANN KAREN WIED SIMNACHER CINDY WUENSCHE THORNTON DEREK HOLDEN CHRIS WUENSCHE KEETON MITCHELL HALEY MITCHELL JENNIFER PHY ERIC PIERCE

APRIL EHLERS BRITT WUENSCHE LAUREN ADAMS KAYLYN ADAMS AMY ADAMS MALLORY ADAMS CRAIG WUENSCHE PAUL EHLERS BRENAN EHLERS KEELY EHLERS

KOLTON EHLERS

AMBER MCWHIRTER

THOMAS WUENSCHE NORRIS WUENSCHE KRISTI WUENSCHE KIM VANN TAYLOR CARTER

WENDY WUENSCHE ARMES

STEFANIE WUENSCHE TURNBOW

AMY WUENSCHE ALEXANDER

ARTHUR WUENSCHE

PAUL NORDBROCK

PAUL SCHAFER

JAYSON DUNN

CHRISTOPHER BETTS

KAMI BETTS SLABECK

VIRGINIA WUENSCHE MCKAY GINA WUENSCHE GILMORE

ANGIE HEITMEIER

NDREW SIMNACHER KYLEY WUENSCHE

Names are listed as provided on Guinness World Records website.

University. Ron comes to SBU with 11 years of experience in higher education at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. His roles included associate dean and assistant professor of government, interim dean, and online dean for the Helms School of Government at Liberty University. The vice president for online learning is a visionary new position at SBU, focusing on state-of-the-art remote, digital and online technologies to expand SBU’s educational reach. His wife is Annik.

1984

LISA M. SAXENIAN (BS Secondary Education) Waco, Texas, has been promoted to director of career and technology education in Waco Independent School District. She has served Waco Independent School District for 37 years serving as a teacher, dean, administrator, principal and now director.

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Mr. John ’97 & Mrs. Leah Esparza ’95

Mr. C. Robert ’69 & Mrs. Lee Fabling

Mr. Quinton A. Farley ’81

Mr. Jesse ’73 & Mrs. Brenda Faught

Mr. Case ’07 & Mrs. Lindsay Fell

Ms. LeQuinne Ferebee ’71

Mr. Karl ’75 & Mrs. Jan Fescenmeyer ’75

Ms. Fern L. Finck ’71

Mr. Thomas ’78 & Mrs. Jenne Finke ’78

Mr. Edward ’87 & Mrs. Julie Fletcher ’87 Mr. Phillip L. Flournoy ’14

Ms. Kim C. Ford ’83

Dr. Christopher A. Foster ’86

Regent L. Frederick ’78 & Mrs. Ginger Francis ’79

Mr. Michael A. Franco ’02

Mr. Dustin C. Freeman ’15

Mr. Aaron Friedman ’21

Mr. James ’92 & Mrs. Michelle Fuller

Mr. Terry ’77 & Mrs. Linda Fuller ’69

Mr. Richard ’88 & Mrs. Lori Furr

Mr. Ricky & Mrs. Melinda Gaddis ’84 Dr. Steven G. Gamble ’67

Mr. Ernesto ’04 & Mrs. Jennifer Garcia

Mr. Anthony L. Garner ’04

Mr. Enrique A. Garza ’90

Mr. Jorge ’94 & Mrs. Patricia Garza ’05

Mr. Connor A. Gates ’19

Mr. John ’74 & Mrs. Anne Gavin

Mr. Mike ’81 & Mrs. Carole Gayler ’80

Mr. Christopher ’07 & Mrs. Mary Gellner ’05

Mr. Shawn ’00 & Mrs. Christina Genenbacher ’00

Mr. David R. George ’86 & Ms. Kathleen O’Shea ’88

Mr. Bryan ’92 & Mrs. Krista Gerlich ’93

Dr. Henry ’74 & Mrs. Jean Gill ’70

Dr. Vance ’06 & Mrs. Emily Ginn ’06

Mr. James ’73 & Mrs. Joy Gissler

Mr. Randy ’77 & Mrs. Linda Golden ’77

Mr. Patrick A. Gonzales ’21

Mr. Bryan ’73 & Mrs. Nancy Gossett

Mr. Robert ’70 & Mrs. Diane Gossett ’71

Mr. Jeremy ’99 & Mrs. Lauren Gott

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Mr. Todd Gregory ’85

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Mr. Joel ’99 & Mrs. Kristi Griffin

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Mrs. Kristian & Mr. Mark Martinez

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Ms. Elizabeth A. Roll ’05

Duane J. Rosa, Ph.D. ’89

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Ms. Shelby L. Russell ’85

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Mrs. Molly I. Webster

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Mrs. Elizabeth ’88 & Mr. Erik With ’89

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Dr. Gary B. ’73 & Mrs. Sheryl Wood

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Mr. Stephen ’95 & Mrs. Jennifer Wright

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Mr. W. Brad Youngblood ’74

1997

AARON J. BOENIG (BLA’97 Landscape Architecture) and ADAM B. BOENIG (BLA ’00 Landscape Architecture) Austin, Texas, co-founders and co-presidents of Brohn Homes recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of the company. The company is one of Central Texas’ leading homebuilders. They have placed more than 3,100 buyers into homes over the last two decades and have increased their number of closings every year since 2014. That consistent growth led to Brohn Homes closing on a record-breaking 760 homes in 2021 — the company’s highest total in a calendar year to date. Aaron’s wife is KALIN K. BOENIG (BS ’96 Education). Adam’s wife is Stephanie.

2002

DANA NUNN (BID Interior Design) Anchorage, Alaska, has been inducted into the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) College of Fellows. She is a 20-year professional who manages a staff of eight for all the firm’s projects. Her work centers on commercial

design for healthcare, education, civic and arts and culture facilities. Dana has been active in ASID’s Alaska chapter since 2003, with roles including two terms as president, finance director and chair of multiple committees. She has served on the national organization’s Advocate by Design Council since 2018 and volunteers for the Center for Interior Design Accreditation where she has helped accredit interior design programs at six U.S. and Canada universities.

2003

HEATH CHEEK (BA Political Science) Dallas, Texas, has been to the 2022 ‘Texas Super Lawyers’ list. Super Lawyers recognizes lawyers from more than 70 diverse practice areas across Texas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Heath is a partner at Bell Nunnally and his client roster features a broad range of entities, including Fortune 500 companies, startup businesses and high-net-worth individuals. Heath serves as TTAA Centennial Committee chair for the National Board of Directors. His wife is ANDREA GAGE CHEEK (BA ’07 Public Relations).

2006

BRETT W. MURPHY (BBA Accounting) Austin, Texas, has been named Region 13 President of the Independent Bankers Association of Texas. He has significant knowledge and experience working with financial institutions and financial services companies. Additionally, Brett’s financial institution experience includes working with banks ranging from de novo to $4 billion, assisting with IPOs, acquisitions and FDICIA implementation. He has also worked with both publicly traded and privately held companies in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, retail, energy, technology and employee benefit plans. His wife is KRISTEN M. MURPHY (BS ’06 Human Development & Family Studies, M. Ed. ’08 Elementary Education).

2007

AARON L. PHILLIPS (BS Industrial Engineering, MS ’08 Industrial Engineering) Lubbock, Texas, was recently awarded the TechConnect Defense Innovation Award with his company SitePro. The award was presented at the

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Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit and Expo in Washington, D.C. Aaron is the founder and Co-CEO of SitePro, an intelligent control platform used by oil and gas, municipal water/wastewater and agriculture sectors. His wife is Ashley.

KATE HARMAN GROESBECK (BS Food Science) Roswell, New Mexico, was recently recognized among the nation’s top 1,000 next-generation wealth managers on the 2022 Forbes “Best-inState Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list. Since joining Merrill Lynch in Fall 2014, she is committed to providing the highest level of personal service, attention to detail and follow-up to help her clients achieve their wealth management goals. Kate ranked No.2 in New Mexico on this year’s list, which recognizes the industry’s up-and-coming best and brightest. Her husband is RYON T. GROESBECK (BS Agriculture and Applied Economics, BBA General Business, MS ’09 Agribusiness).

2013

ETHAN E. GLENN (BBA Management) Austin, Texas, has joined Butler Snow LLP and will practice with the firm’s commercial litigation practice group. Prior to joining Butler Snow, Ethan clerked for U.S. District Judge Alia Moses in the Western District of Texas, where he worked one of the nation’s busiest trial dockets. Prior to that, he clerked for U.S. Magistrate Judge Renee Harris Toliver in the Northern District of Texas and also served as an assistant attorney general for the State of Texas.

2015

JILLIAN L. NAVA (BS Civil Engineering, MS ’17 Civil Engineering) Lubbock, Texas, has joined Freese and Nichols to lead water-related projects across West Texas. She will serve as project manager for water-related needs, has dedicated her career to local government clients in West Texas. She has led teams and progressed projects from concept, into design and through construction for a variety of

water/wastewater transmission, collection, treatment and storage projects. Her expertise includes assisting clients with innovative technical solutions and helping them navigate funding programs. Her husband is STEPHEN A. NAVA (BS ’15 Civil Engineering).

2017

MICHAEL K. ROSS (MLA Landscape Architecture) Knoxville, Tennessee, has been honored with the William T. Miles Award for Community Service. This award recognizes significant contributions and service to the Knoxville community. Michael has been with the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture for three years teaching in the landscape design program of the Department of Plant Sciences.He works with the School of Landscape Architecture in the University of Tennessee College of Architecture and Design as part of an intercollegiate partnership. His wife is OLIVIA S. ROSS (BLA ’18 Landscape Architecture, MBA ’21 General Business).

TECHSAN MEMORIAL

LINDA KAY LANE ABRAMS ’62; San Antonio, Texas, Sept. 6.

ALBERT “MURPHY” ALLISON, JR. ’62, ’68; Orange Grove, Texas, Oct. 12.

TROYCE DOUGLAS BAGLEY ’08; Hodges, Texas, Aug. 4. Survived by wife, Lauren Schoonover Bagley.

DOLORES “DODIE” SMITH BEEDY ’53; Spearman, Texas, Aug. 11.

DERYL DEAN BENNETT ’54; Lubbock, Sept.14. Survived by wife, Barbara Lou Pierce Bennett.

ROBERT KENNETH BEWICK , senior landscape architecture major; Lubbock, Sept. 7.

DAVID EDWARD BOLIVER, JR., ED.D. ’62; Edmond, Oklahoma, Sept. 23. Survived by wife, Alene Boliver.

RANDALL BRUCE BROWN ’71; Montgomery, Texas, Sept. 5.

GARION DENNIS BRUNSON ’71; Odessa, Texas, Aug. 28. Survived by wife, Lorri Kelley Brunson.

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MICHAEL ALAN BURKHOLDER ’57; Granbury, Texas, Sept. 27. Survived by wife, Dixie Cowan Burkholder.

JANICE LORRAINE BURNS ’78; Houston, Texas, July 28.

JOHN R. CLABORN ’77; Lubbock, Sept. 19. Survived by wife, Connie Hodges Claborn.

CHARLES BURNETT COLE ’57; Lubbock, Aug. 6. U.S. Marine Corps Veteran. Survived by wife, BEVERLY SHOEMAKER COLE ’60.

GERRY COLE ’70; Lubbock, Sept. 20. Survived by wife, CAROLYN HOLCOMB COLE ’70.

HARRIET MOLTZ COLE ’52; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Oct.15.

MICHAEL JAY “MIKE” CUNNINGHAM ’74; Lubbock, Oct. 14. Survived by wife, ALICE ANN BROWN CUNNINGHAM ’74.

SUE MCCREARY DAMRON ’65; Lubbock, Sept. 28.

WILLIAM CARROLL “COACH BILL” DAVIS ’62; Lubbock, Oct. 7. Survived by wife, Irma Hopp Davis.

KARL THORD DOCKRAY, M.D. ’57; Lubbock, Oct 15. Vietnam War Veteran, captain and physician, Fort Riley, Kansas.

KATARINA BELL “KATY” DODSON ’18; Houston, Texas, Oct. 14. Survived by husband, Troy Kilby Dodson.

MILDRED SMITH ECKSTEIN ’52; Lubbock, Sept. 10.

DAN JEROME EVANS ’67; Waco, Texas, Oct. 18. Survived by wife, Patricia Evans.

LEWIS SCOTT FAVER ’54; Lubbock, Oct. 21. U.S. Army Veteran. Survived by wife, Carol Hanes Faver.

CHRISTINA “CHRIS” GRANT FOSTER ’68; Santa Monica, California, Sept. 8.

REYNOLDS LEE FOSTER ’67; Bellaire, Texas, Aug. 9.

GARY ALAN GAINES , Lubbock, Aug. 22. Assistant football coach for four years under Coach Spike Dykes. Celebrated Texas high school football coach. Survived by wife, Sharon F. Gaines.

JAMES ARTHUR “JIM” GAMBLE, ED.D. ’66,’81; Lubbock, Aug. 8. U.S. Army Veteran. Survived by wife, MARIA DE JESUS MORA GAMBLE ’89.

CHARLES LEE GOODSON ’73; Midland, Texas, Sept. 6.

BILLY EARL GOTT ’67; Plano, Texas, Oct. 17. Survived by wife MARTA KENNEDY GOTT ’96 ’98.

BARBARA ANN KNOTT GUAJARDO ’57,’67; Lubbock, Oct. 19.

DONNA JAN “DJ” SMITH HALL ’76; Lubbock, Oct. 25. Survived by husband, GARY L. HALL ’77.

HAROLD HAMILTON ’57; Greensboro,North Carolina, Aug. 1. U.S. Navy Veteran, pilot.

PETER ASH HARLEY ’71; Adelaide, South Australia, June 11. Former architecture faculty member.

BEN S. HARRISON, JR. ’81; Cleburne, Texas, Sept. 7. Taught geology at TTU for 10 years. U.S. Coast Guard Veteran, WW II. Survived by wife, Marilou Harrison.

DAVID V. HAYES, JR. ’66; Lubbock, Oct. 4. Survived by wife, ELIZABETH “LIBBY” UNDERWOOD HAYES ’67, ’70.

CLYDE A. HENDRICK, PH.D.; Lubbock, Aug. 6. Dean, Graduate School. Horn Professor Emeritus of Psychology. Survived by wife, Susan Stephan Hendrick, Ph.D.

ROBERT “BOB” HICKERSON, Fredericksburg, Texas, Sept. 18. Helped TTU establish distance education programs at Junction, Fredericksburg and Marble Falls. U.S. Marine Veteran; flew for 27 years and retired a colonel after 28 years. Survived by wife, Judy Martin Hickerson.

VES HICKS, JR. ’52; San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 8. U.S. Army Veteran, WWII and Vietnam Wars.

HARRISON WAYNE HILL, III ’05, ’09; Levelland, Texas, Sept. 13.

HOLLIE RASCHELLE HOGUE ’04,’06; Lubbock, Sept. 9.

JAMES DAVIS HOLMAN ’78; Lubbock, July 31.

VONZIE HOOPER ’95; Lubbock, Sept. 15.

ROBERT HENRY HYNDS ’49; Van Alstyne, Texas, Oct. 5. U.S. Army Veteran, Pacific Theater, WWII.

CLEOPHAS LORANE “BUDDY” INGRAM ’72; Dallas, Texas, Sept. 19. Survived by wife, Hazel Marie Jackson Ingram.

PATRICIA EGGER JEFFCOAT ’66; Midland, Texas, Aug. 11. Survived by husband, LEON JEFFCOAT ’66.

JASON L. JENKINS ’97; Miami, Florida, Aug. 27. Defensive back, Texas Tech Red Raiders football team; Outstanding Alumnus, College of Media & Communication, 2017. Vice president, communication and community affairs, Miami Dolphins. Survived by wife, Elizabeth M. Jenkins.

THOMAS “LOWELL” JONES’70; Maumelle, Arkansas, Aug. 27. Survived by wife, Martha Anne “Marti” Heaberlin Jones.

JOHN FREDERICK JORDAN ’61; San Angelo,Texas,Oct. 14. Veteran, U.S. Army National Guard, Cuban Missile Crisis. Survived by wife, Ruth Jordan.

DONALD CHARLES “DON” KAMMERER ’62; Lewisville, Texas, Aug. 31.

GLADYS “JANE” BROOKS KERR ’50; Lubbock, July 6. WANDA JEAN “JEANIE” CLOUD LATHAM , longtime TTAA member; Graham, Texas, Aug. 27.

MARY FULLINGIM LEES ’66, ’72; Lubbock, Oct. 21. Survived by husband, BILL R. LEES ’67, ’69.

SHARON SMITH LINDSEY ’70; Lubbock, Oct. 5. Survived by husband, GARY L. LINDSEY, PH.D. ’72, ’05.

RUSSELL HOOD LOGAN ’51; Grapevine, Texas, Sept. 20.

GUADALUPE NEGRETE LOPEZ ’85; San Benito, Texas, Sept. 5.

JACK CLINTON LOONEY ’78,’82; Lubbock, Sept. 27.

JOHN SIMPSON MCKAUGHAN, JR. ’50; Lubbock, Sept. 14.

CAROL MCKELVY MCWHORTER ’75; Lubbock, Aug. 11.

MINNIE TOM HAMILTON MEYER ’81; Arlington, Virginia, Sept. 29. Survived by husband, Leslie Meyer.

RONALD “MAX” MILLER, PH.D. ’58; Brownfield, Texas, Sept. 2. Professor Emeritus, Dairy Management. Faculty member, 55 years. President’s Excellence in Teaching Award; inductee, TTU Teaching Academy; inductee, Texas Food Processors Association and Dairy

Production Halls of Fame. Survived by wife, Roma Farris Miller.

JOHN VICTOR MOESER, PH.D. ’65; Richmond, Virginia, Oct. 17. Survived by wife, SHARON GARY MOESER ’66.

WILLIAM “DON” MOORE ’61; Midland, Texas, Sept. 19.

HELEN MARIE CANON MOSS ’71,’75; Lubbock, Aug. 14.

BARBARA ANN HINSLEY MUNSELLE , born in 1936 in Lubbock, was the first baby to live in the Texas Tech Home Economics Practice House. Died in California, August 2022.

BEADE O’BRIEN NORTHCUT ’59; Robinson, Texas, Aug. 27.

VERNON LEWIS ODOM, ED.D. ’53,’64; Lubbock, Sept. 30. Sergeant, U.S. Army Air Corps, WWII Veteran.

ADEOLA OKIKIOLA ABDULFATAI OMOLOJA , senior civil engineering student, Honors College; Lubbock, Aug. 3.

PAUL EDWIN “EDDIE” OWENS ’85; Lubbock, Sept. 19. Survived by wife, LYNN BLODGETT OWENS ’85.

“To be honest, when I applied to Tech, I thought Lubbock would just be a small town with a college and a couple of houses,” Farhoud said. Then a switch flipped and Farhoud started making friends, including the woman who would later become his wife. After graduation, he returned to Houston, but this time he realized the rush of the big city wasn’t for him.

“After 18 months, I decided I would take more of Lubbock’s kindness and less of Houston’s traffic,” Farhoud said. “I found that time is more valuable. You can spend that time with your family or doing things for yourself, or you can be stuck in big-city traffic.”

Just like the Troutmans, Farhoud found opening his own business to be a more feasible prospect by returning to Lubbock. He opened Clouds Hookah Sports Grill in November of 2019. “There is so much love and support for local businesses that I didn’t think I’d find here,” Farhoud said. “In Houston, it’s so huge that you get lost as a small business. But you add so much value in Lubbock by standing out and offering something different.”

Farhoud is now focused on sharing the values and quality of life that welcomed him to Lubbock, by attracting new residents to the city—his Houstonbased family.

Jada Sanders grew up in Lubbock and attended Lubbock Christian University where she earned a nursing degree in 2013. After being content working in Lubbock and starting a family with her husband Matthew, 2020 changed everything.

“In the middle of COVID we realized we could move anywhere, so in June 2021 we moved to Wylie,” Sanders said. “We thought that because we’d be closer to the Dallas metroplex, there would be more things to do, more opportunities for the kids and for our jobs. Life is short. We’ve always been here, so why not try something different?”

Though most family members and friends were in favor of her move to the Dallas area, some thought she was crazy.

“A lot of friends [and family] thought we wouldn’t make it long, but they didn’t think it would be just three months,” Sanders said. “It took a lot of courage to move away and to come back, but we don’t regret it.”

After moving away from Lubbock, Sanders experienced exactly what Farhoud came to realize about big-city life. She had so much more time in Lubbock. “Everything in the Dallas metroplex was so time-consuming,” Sanders said. “Also, here in Lubbock, you know your neighbors and people are just kinder.”

It’s easy to take the status quo for granted; the smiles, and the genuine care the locals of Lubbock show for one another. Sometimes you have to step outside of the forest to notice the trees you were surrounded by all along.

The Troutmans called Austin home for about a dozen years, Farhoud lasted almost two years in Houston, and the Sanders only made it three months before returning home to Lubbock. Even though they all had different chapters, each of them found their home to be in the “Hub City.”

THOMAS JAMES “T.J.” PATTERSON; Lubbock, Sept. 21. Longtime Texas Tech University advocate. First Black Lubbock city councilman, serving 20 years. Civic leader, established many programs in Lubbock and the African-American community. Founder and publisher, Southwest Digest. Assistant to the dean of the TTU College of Business in the 1970s, taught, advised students and co-sponsored the Saddle Tramps. Chosen “Man of the Year,” 1976, by the “La Ventana” Texas Tech yearbook. U.S. Navy Veteran, Vietnam; commander, U.S. Navy Reserves.

CHELSEA RAE PEEL ’14; Fort Worth, Texas, Aug. 23.

CAROL JAYNE FOSTER PIPKIN ’59; Granbury, Texas, Aug. 28. Survived by husband, NEAL PIPKIN ’59.

MARVIN MILTON PORTER, JR. ’69; San Antonio, Texas, Sept. 23. Survived by wife, Patti Ann Clouser Porter.

BENNY DOWELL PRYOR ’52; Friona, Texas, Sept. 23. Survived by wife, Mary Pryor.

JOSHUA ELLIS RANTZ ’14; Lubbock, Aug. 25.

CHARLES FLOYD REINHARDT ’62; Conroe, Texas, Aug. 19.

KAILA DENISE RIOJAS , junior human sciences student; Lubbock, Oct. 9.

ROBIN J. ROBERTS ’87; Lubbock, Aug. 5. Survived by wife, Karla Alexander Roberts.

EDGAR OMAR ROBLES, Lubbock, Sept. 15. Doctoral student in educational leadership.

ROBERT F. “BOB” RODGERS, PH.D.’61; Pataskala Ohio, Aug. 12. Survived by wife, Sheila M. Rodgers.

DEEANN MCALPINE SALEHI ’76; Midland, Texas, Oct. 24.

MICHAEL EDWARD “MIKE” SKAGGS ’69; Henderson, Nevada, June 29. Survived by wife, Susan A. Skaggs.

BRAD STIGGERS ’90,’00; Lubbock, Sept. 2. Doctoral student in counselor education.

MONTY JOSEPH STRAUSS, PH.D. , Plano, Texas, Sept 9., TTU Mathematics & Statistics faculty member, 1971-2010; retired a full professor. First faculty member in his department to receive a National Science Foundation research grant; coauthored three editions of the textbook “Calculus.” Member, Faculty Senate. Director

of Graduate Studies and of Undergraduate Studies; associate chair of Mathematics. For 10 years, associate dean and senior dean for Admissions and Information Systems in the Graduate School. Received many faculty and teaching awards, including the first Honors College Outstanding Faculty medallion. With wife, Jane Winer, Ph.D., former dean of the Graduate School, endowed six TTU scholarships. Sponsor of Hillel and the Jewish Student Organization for 17 years. Survived by his wife, JANE WINER, PH.D.

MICHAEL STRUVE ’68; Abernathy, Texas, Sept. 9. U.S. Navy Veteran. Survived by wife, Vicki Morris Struve.

CLOYCE ALLAN TALBOTT ’58; Snyder, Texas, Sept. 8. TTU Petroleum Engineering Academy, 1998; Distinguished Engineer, 2002. Along with wife, strong supporter of Texas Tech University for many years. Survived by wife, ANITA PATTERSON TALBOTT ’91.

CHARLES EDGAR THOMPSON ’74, ’78; Lubbock, Sept. 6. Survived by wife, Patricia Thompson.

RONALD P. “RON” THOMPSON ’61; Holly Lake Ranch, Texas, Aug. 13. Survived by wife, Jeweldine H. Thompson.

MARGARET “OLETA” TOLIVER ’49; Brownfield, Texas, Sept. 24.

WILLIAM PENNINGTON “PENNY” VANN, PH.D. , 32-year faculty member, Department of Civil Engineering. Lubbock, Sept. 3. A more than 40-year career including design, research and consulting experience focused mostly on structural engineering. U.S. National Guard Reserves Veteran; transportation captain, Honor Flights from Lubbock to Washington, D.C. Survived by wife, JOY VANN ’69

FRED VOLCANSEK ’67; Allen, Texas, Aug. 7. Survived by wife, GAILYN SELJOS VOLCANSEK ’68.

JAMES BYRON “JIM” WHEAT ’70; Gordon, Texas, Sept. 25, 2021. Survived by wife, CATHY SCOTT WHEAT ’69.

STEVEN G. WHISENANT, PH.D. ’75; Ingram, Texas, Aug.31. Survived by wife, Judith A. Turlington.

DEBORAH JANE “DEBBIE” TERRELL WHITELEY ’74; Graham, Texas, Oct. 6. Survived by husband, Jerry Whiteley.

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ERIKA WILLIAMS , master’s student, educational leadership; Mercedes, Texas, Aug. 6. Survived by husband, Steve Edward Williams.

THOMAS NIHL WILLIAMS, M.D. ’65; Fort Smith, Arkansas, Sept. 10.

ALEXIS ANN WILSON ‘93; Fort Worth, Texas, Oct. 29.

BILLY RAY WOLFE ’73, ’80; Lubbock, Sept. 11. Survived by wife Tammy V. Wolfe.

NATILE LATREECE WOODROW ’75; Shallowater, Texas, Sept. 3. Survived by husband, Jeffrey W. Woodrow.

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Bob and Pat Gill

Family brought Bob and Pat Gill back to Lubbock after many years away, and family is what brought the Gills to Carillon Senior Living retirement community, too.

Bob and Pat both graduated from Texas Tech — Bob with a marketing degree in 1979 and Pat with a social work degree in 1980.

“We met when we were both students in an Evelyn Wood Reading Dynamics class,” Pat Gill said. “We both heard the ad on the radio for a speed-reading class and it was right before finals.”

After they both graduated, the Gills moved to Austin, then San Antonio and then St. Louis. When they retired, they moved to Arizona.

“We love the Southwest and when we retired, we wanted to live in Santa Fe or Sedona,” Bob Gill said. “We ended up renting a house in Tucson before we found this little village about 20 miles north of the border called Tubac, and we bought a house there two days later.”

They lived there for about five and a half years and then in 2020, they moved back to Lubbock to be closer to Pat’s sister, Sharon Nelson. They also started to realize they might be ready for another kind of change.

“In all, we had owned eight houses, and I was getting a little tired of the money pits they can become because I want them to be perfect,” Bob said.

Ultimately, though, it was Sharon who led them to Carillon.

“When we started looking at Carillon with Sharon, we started thinking about why should we spend more money and work our tails off on a house when we could move here,” Bob said. “We have friends who live in similar communities in Arizona and Missouri. They advised us not to wait until we were too old to enjoy the benefits, and they were right.”

Now, the Gills live in Carillon Windsong and so does Sharon, just three floors below. And they’ve found much more than just a place to live.

“We came here and liked what we saw,” Pat said. “It’s a very nice place and since moving here, it’s like we have this extended

family. There are lots of activities and people can stay very busy. They take great care of us.”

The Gills said they enjoy knowing they have access to a wide variety of activities and transportation to places around town.

“It’s nice to get dropped off at the front door for ball games and concerts,” Bob said.

Bob and Pat both still find ways to be involved in the community as well. Pat recently started volunteering with Meals on Wheels with her sister Sharon.

“It’s a fun thing that we both enjoy doing,” Pat said. “It helps others who often live alone and assures them one nutritious meal per day. It’s a feel-good thing that helps other people in our community, and I intend to keep doing it as long as I’m able.”

Bob’s community involvement is a bit more governmentally focused. He served as a poll watcher during the recent midterm elections and hopes to take on a more active election worker role in the next election cycle. He also was recently voted president-elect of the resident council at Carillon.

“I get to go to lots of meetings and sit on lots of committees,” he joked. “Hopefully I will get to help ensure residents’ concerns are heard and that this continues to be an ongoing great operation.”

Bob and Pat both spoke about the sense of security they have living at Carillon and in knowing that if their health circumstances change, they will still be able to maintain their sense of community and be well taken care of.

“It’s a very secure feeling knowing you will be taken care of in your later years,” Pat said. “We’ve met lots of people who’ve lived here for a long time and one of the reasons we chose it is that if our health deteriorates, we can get what we need right here.”

For now, the Gills are happy, healthy and making the most of the activities and opportunities offered at Carillon, Pat said.

“If you get bored at Carillon, you’re not trying.”

To learn more about Carillon, please visit www.carillonlubbock.com.

Bob and Pat Gill

PARTING SHOT

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This event,“Born to Buck®,” is held each performance during the Houston Rodeo. The Mare and Foal presentation became a RODEOHOUSTON fan-favorite when it debuted in NRG Stadium in 2017, featuring a special tribute that showcases generations of bucking horses and celebrates their athleticism and importance to the sport, and to the cowboys and cowgirls who treat them like family. There is a Born to Buck® photography exhibit during the run of the The Rodeo, located in The Junction, that allows fans to see these special animal athletes up close and gain a better understanding of their lives inside and outside of the Rodeo arena.

LINDA

NOTHING IS OUT OF REACH

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According to her parents, a college education was always the plan for Natalie Gomez (BA ’04). Her mother was from Colombia, and her father came to America from Cuba under Operation Peter Pan, a program that brought over 14,000 unaccompanied Cuban minors to the U.S. between 1960 and 1962.

While Natalie’s mother had family in the U.S., her father did not — he was raised in a group home with 40 other children. That may sound difficult, but thanks to the generosity, kindness, and faith of others, he was brought up in a loving environment and given a chance at the American dream. Thanks to this family history, Natalie was taught the value of hard work and that success comes from a traditional, stable, corporate job. That is where her parents’ dreams and her own ambitions diverge.

Natalie had always dreamed of moving to New York City. Once she arrived, she put her Texas Tech degree to work, moving up the corporate ladder. Natalie imported steel, worked in the jewelry industry, managed corporate awards, and bought for a large baby brand. Her success was exactly what her parents had dreamed of for her. The salary, the insurance, and the retirement were all there, but one thing was missing — the adventure.

After years working for corporate America, Natalie found herself between jobs and looking for inspiration. One day, she opened her closet, picked a dress, and listed it online to see what would happen. It sold overnight for $60. Natalie was hooked — but she quickly realized selling her personal wardrobe could only take her so far. She slowly and smartly began to expand her inventory and move onto multiple selling platforms.

Three years ago, Natalie’s upscale-resale business, Costume Baldor (costumebaldor.com), outgrew her apartment and New York City’s tax burden. Now based in Austin, Costume Baldor manages over 4,000 active listings on six platforms… Between expanding her business and moving back to Texas, Natalie recognized the need for an updated estate plan.

She made two lists to help organize her thoughts. The first listed everything most important to her. The second listed what helped her arrive to where she is today. The generosity her father received fell into the first list, and the degree she received from Texas Tech fell into the second. With these two factors in mind, Natalie used a gift in her will to create the Natalie Gomez Scholarship Endowment at Texas Tech University which focuses on fist-generation students with financial need.

Natalie’s goal is to provide hope, confidence, relief, pride, and motivation for first-generation students to pursue their education…When asked what she would say to these students, her answer came easily. “Don’t wait to believe in yourself,” she said. “Nothing is out of reach.”

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GIVING LEVELS.

The 1923 Society is made up of any current TTAA member giving at the Gold, Platinum or Diamond level. These alumni receive automatic admission into this society at no additional cost. Members of the 1923 Society receive exclusive access to events and special member-only benefits.

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