Advancing Texas Higher Education
The Texas Tech System PAC is a coalition of supporters who champion the Texas Tech System and its five universities. We advance political action and legislation to support higher education in Texas. Unified, we make our voice heard in Austin.
Fighting to Raise Awareness and Contributions
The Texas Tech System PAC works tirelessly to raise awareness and contributions to support the work ahead and advance the Texas Tech University System. With the newly established Board of Directors, we have ambitious fundraising goals. Your support is critical.
There is a heightened focus on raising funds before the next legislative session. If we want higher education to continue being a driving force in our state, we must actively support it. Join us and give today. Together, we will lay the foundation for Texas higher education to thrive.
Building a Better Lone Star State
Every time we push for more resources for public higher education, Texas wins. Your contributions support our efforts to facilitate involvement in public policy and legislative processes. Your support helps us strategically partner with elected officials who back the Chancellor’s efforts. With you, we promote more than just the Scarlet and Black; we pave the way for a brighter future in higher education — When we win, the Lone Star State wins too.
For Texans By Texans
We are a unified political action committee that pools financial contributions on behalf of Texas Tech University Systems and its five universities:
- Texas Tech University
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
- Angelo State University
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso
- Midwestern State University.
As new obstacles arise, we advocate for the Texas Tech University System, fighting for legislation that will benefit our cause. We cannot do this alone. You, our alumni and donors, are vital to our success.
What is PAC?
PAC stands for “political action committee,” which is a legal entity of like-minded people, companies, or organizations. The group combines monetary resources and facilitates how to effectively support candidates serving in public office who back our causes. PAQs must register with the Texas Ethics Commission and report all financial activities.
What is the mission of the Tech PAC System?
Our mission is to pool financial contributions and leverage our influence to advance the Texas Tech University System and its five universities: Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Angelo State University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, and Midwestern State University.
Why is it important for Texas Tech University System supporters to have a PAC?
The PAC ensures our unique voice is heard in public policy processes. With competition for higher education dollars fiercer than ever, it is vital that Texas Tech University System supporters become involved to ensure Texas Tech’s needs are advocated for among elected officials.
How many member institutions make up the Texas Tech University System?
The Texas Tech University System serves the entire state of Texas and beyond. There are currently five member institutions in the Texas Tech University System: Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Angelo State University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, and Midwestern State University. Click Here for more information about the universities and their various campuses and academic sites.
Does the Texas Tech System PAC make contributions to political candidates based on party affiliation?
The Texas Tech System PAC bases its contributions on the priorities and initiatives that support the advancement of public higher education in Texas and the universities of the Texas Tech University System. These priorities and initiatives are the driving force behind the allocation of PAC funds.
Does the Texas Tech University System PAC contribute to candidates running for office?
The Texas Tech System PAC bases its contributions on the priorities and initiatives that support the advancement of public higher education in Texas and the universities of the Texas Tech University System. These priorities and initiatives are the driving force behind the allocation of PAC funds.