Texas Tech University System Health Policy and Public Health Think Tank

Healthy communities start with knowledge and proactive care. From screenings to workshops to wellness programs—prevention and education protect us every single day.

Here’s to building a stronger, healthier West Texas together.

Public Health Week Spotlight: Community Impact 🌟
Healthy communities don’t happen by accident — they grow through support, education, and local action.
Together, we’re building a stronger West Texas.

This Public Health Week, we recognize the healthcare workers who power the wellbeing of our communities.
Their expertise, resilience, and commitment strengthen every layer of public health—from prevention and education to acute care and emergency response.

Thank you for the essential role you play in keeping West Texas healthy and thriving.

It’s National Public Health Week! 👏 See you here every day as we share how public health keeps West Texas healthy and thriving.

Better late than never! ✨ The TTU System West Texas Think Tank is wishing everyone a (slightly belated) Happy Holidays and a bright start to 2026!

We are so grateful for the minds that make our region great. Let’s make this year one of big ideas and even bigger impact. Cheers to a New Year of thinking forward! 🥂💡

🎓✨ Huge congratulations to our West Texas Think Tank members graduating this fall.

Maggie & Kourtney, your insight, dedication, and leadership have shaped meaningful conversations and real impact. We’re excited to see what you build next!!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Active Shooter Awareness presentation. Your commitment to a safer, more informed West Texas makes a difference. Follow us to stay updated on future events and initiatives. 🤝✨

Happy Thanksgiving to all! 🦃

Grateful for health, hope, and the hard-working hearts inside of & outside of West Texas — may our communities keep lifting each other up this Thanksgiving 🧡

Huge thank you to our partners — City of Lubbock Public Health Department, Lubbock Dream Center, The Lubbock Salvation Army, and Green Lawn Church of Christ— for collaborating with us and opening their doors to serve the community! 💉💛

Shoutout to the medical student volunteers and TTUHSC Family Medicine physicians who made this possible. Together, we administered 100+ free flu vaccines across Lubbock! 🩺

We’re so grateful for everyone’s support — stay tuned for more West Texas Think Tank events coming soon! 🌵

The countdown to the West Texas Think Tank Symposium is on!

While abstract submissions are now closed, general registration is still OPEN until Friday, October 31 at 5 PM — and we’d love to have you join us!

Don’t miss out on a day of innovation, collaboration, and community.

🗓️ Check the schedule below & grab your spot before it’s too late!

Protect yourself. Protect your community.

West Texas Think Tank and the Lubbock Public Health Department are teaming up to host a FREE Flu Vaccine Drive happening across Lubbock from October 25 November 1! (ages 18+ only and while supplies last)*

No cost, no appointment, just prevention.

Stay healthy & stay West Texas Strong!!! 🤠