LUBBOCK, Texas (News Release) – Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the graduation of the Texas Tech University (TTU) School of Veterinary Medicine’s inaugural class during TTU’s 2025 Graduation Ceremony.
“It means something to be the first,” said Governor Abbott. “Most of this class will support veterinary needs in rural areas of Texas, where they are needed the most. Texas Tech is contributing to our statewide mission to produce qualified graduates who are ready to meet the challenges ahead and contribute to the needs of Texans.
Creating a new veterinary school and investing in rural Texas is an important part of the bigger paycheck and better opportunities that our state provides. I congratulate you on your perseverance through difficult course work as you carry the mantle of being the first new Texas veterinary class in over a century.”…