Hello, Miss New Mexico

To start, my name is Jordan Elizabeth Inge and I am a sophomore studying animal science here at Raiderland. Going to Texas Tech has been a huge blessing to me because it is something I have wanted ever since I was a little girl. It is amazing when an aspiration finally becomes a reality. Originally veterinary science was my interest but now its human medicine.

As you can deduce from the title of my post I am not a Texan, but was born and raised in the Land of Enchantment. All summer I was in Pennsylvania doing an internship, and Southern hospitality is definitely not something they make up for the movies. The school that I graduated from had 311 students (preschool through 12th grade), so going from a graduating class of 24 to a college campus of 30,000 was a MAJOR change. This new chapter in my life has had a huge positive influence on me. The people I have met and the friends I have made are irreplaceable.

I grew up on a very successful dry land farming and ranching operation in extreme Eastern New Mexico. Driving tractors, hauling hay, and building fence are all part of an average day back home. I showed animals and was very involved in FFA in high school and played all sports. My daddy passed away in a car accident four years ago, and my mom and the rest of my family all still live in Dora, New Mexico. I have one brother who is 22. He is a welder and farrier. My mom works for an investment company. 

There is nothing that satisfies my fancy more than pearls, denim, and bubble baths. My favorite color is red and I drive a big truck! I believe that doing things that are difficult are usually the things that are worth your while; after all if you're not growing, you're dying!

Me and My Brother, Jacob

You Can Find My Initials on the Back of a Volkswagen

My name is Veronica Wicks, and that is me in the red! I recently just transferred to Texas Tech University from the University of Texas at San Antonio. I am a Corporate- Organizational Communication Studies Major with a Minor in Business. I am currently a Junior and I hope to pursue a career in Health Care Administration. I do not want to get too serious, although my studies and academic success are very important to me. I promise, I’m fun too! 

I think most of my best friends would describe me as talkative and hilarious. I love to make conversations with strangers and get a giggle out of everyone. I am open and honest and I am a firm believer that the only way to get to know someone truly, is to know what they love. So, here it goes.

I love my faith, family, and friends. I have two brothers and one sister, and I am an aunt of 7 awesome kids! I am originally from New Braunfels, Texas; I grew up right down the street from the Comal River and the well-known waterpark, Schlitterbahn. So, typically, you can find me by the water. 

I have a thing for trying many different ethnic foods, but I always end up wanting Chinese (egg drop soup, a crab rangoon, and something spicy). The only way to study is with a Chai Tea Latte and a piece of coffee cake. I love food, as you can tell.

I have always been a runner. Since, 7^th grade I have been putting some serious miles on my tennis shoes, and my life-long dream is to run a full marathon. Hopefully, I am able to find the time to run one before I graduate.

I work hard for what I want, and I expect nothing less than my very best effort. I am excited to have the opportunity to spend a semester with all of you, learning and getting a feel for what comes along with being a true Red Raider! 

Me, Myself, and I

My name is David Michael Ernst, and I was born in Dallas, Texas on June 25, 1993. I have lived in Dallas/Fort Worth area all my life, besides for a short amount of time where I lived in New Orleans. I have two brothers, two sisters, and I am the youngest of the five. I graduated in the top seven percent of my class at number thrity-nine out of five hundred eighty-five students, I was in band for seven years, and I have had multiple accomplishments throughout my life with regards to music and academics. One thing that really affected my life was the death of my father about a year and a half ago. From colon cancer, he past away on February 16, 2011. My major is in Exercise and Sports Sciences. With that major, I plan on going into Physical Therapy, hopefully at UT Southwestern, and working for a hospital or for a sports complex or team. I love my family and friends, I am interested in all types of sports, and I enjoy reading, listening to music all types of music, and working out in my spare time.