The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, offers a range of programs designed to explore Earth's fundamental processes and the intricate connections between human activity and the environment. Students can pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees focusing on areas such as geology, environmental science, geophysics, hydrogeology, and paleontology. The department emphasizes robust research and hands-on learning, utilizing advanced facilities and field opportunities to investigate critical issues like climate change, water resource management, and environmental sustainability. This comprehensive approach prepares graduates for impactful careers across various sectors, including industry, government, and academia.
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Texas Tech University (Texas Tech, Tech, or TTU) is a public research university in Lubbock, Texas. Established on February 10, 1923 (1923-02-10), and called Texas Technological College until 1969, it is the flagship institution of the five-institution Texas Tech University System. As of Fall 2022, the university is the sixth-largest in Texas. With over 25% of its undergraduate student population identifying as Hispanic, Texas Tech is a designated Hispanic-serving institution (HSI).