Official Texas Tech Ring

Ring Styles

The Texas Tech Alumni Association and Balfour are proud to offer the men's traditional ring, as well as five different women's styles to eligible students and alumni. We have recently added the University Collection by Balfour, which added three women's styles to our lineup. To view all styles, please visit balfour.com/ttu. 

Each ring is custom-made in a choice of 10, 14, or 18-karat solid yellow, white or rose gold. An argentium silver option is also available. Each ring is available with, or without, diamonds or zirconias. Balfour also provides an interest-free monthly installment plan.

Ring Components

Each ring symbolically captures the essence of Texas Tech with the prominent Double T standing proud, surrounded by the university's full name and date of foundation. On one side of the traditional ring, you will find the Administration Building, with the Victory Bells. On the other side of this ring is the university seal, which features the American eagle, perched above a book, representing a church; a star, representing the State of Texas; a key, representing home; and, a lamp, representing knowledge. These elements are separated by a cross – featuring 10 cotton bolls representing Lubbock and its surrounding nine cotton-producing counties. Of course, the ring would not be complete without the appearance of the Masked Rider!

Inside, each official ring is forged with STRIVE FOR HONOR. This inscription is from "The Matador Song" and serves as a charge to every Texas Tech graduate to excel with integrity in all endeavors. Each ring also is engraved with a personalized inscription.

History

Since 1999, Texas Tech has had one universal symbol of academic achievement - The Official Texas Tech Class Ring. The single ring restored from the 50s, evokes memories of the occasions and traditions of Texas Tech - the "Fight Song" echoing through the stadium with the Masked Rider going hell-bent for leather along the sidelines. Raider Red giving fans the "Guns Up" and firing his shotguns. The unforgettable images created during the Carol of Lights where the red, white and gold holiday lights cast their spell over the campus. The ring is a symbolic, continuous link with classmates, friends and generations of alumni.

Our unique ring design is reserved exclusively for individuals who have successfully met the university's standards. Designed by a group of Texas Tech students, alumni and administrators, the ring will remain unchanged into the university's future. As a symbol of Texas Tech tradition, it is instantly recognizable - a tangible connection for those who are graduating, while the visual continuity will generate an exclusive link with graduates in years to come. Those able to wear the ring proudly state to others, "I am a person of honor, a Texas Tech graduate - a Red Raider for Life!" For the graduates and their peers, it holds a whole world of meaning.