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TEXAS TECH CENTENNIAL

16½ years together before the beloved Texas Tech
President passed away on May 22, 2003. During their
marriage, the two were fond of traveling together,
keeping up with geology, and all things Texas Tech.
“He loved gardening and succulent plants, especially
sansevieria,” and Sally happily joined him in his
hobby.

A lot of personality is packed into Mrs. Murray’s small
frame, and even though a recent knee surgery has
slowed her down a bit, it is obvious it won’t be for
long. She still has a lot of life left to live. The well-
rounded individual has been a member of dozens of
organizations (like the Lubbock Arts Alliance, Friends
of Music-TTU, Ranching Heritage Association, the
TTU Press, the Texas Tech Alumni Association) and
has been a board member of many of them (LHUCA,
Lubbock Women’s Club, TTU Museum Association,
and ARCS). She served as president of the Texas Tech
University Women’s Club and the TTUHSC Faculty
Women’s Club and was a member of the Leadership
Texas Class of 2012.

At this stage of her life, Sally Murray loves looking back
on many rewarding experiences. “But the opportunity to
learn new things, travel to various places, and meet new
people is always available. Grover Murray had a favorite
saying: ‘You are never too old to learn.’ That describes
him, even in his later years. He was an avid reader
and continued to keep up with what was happening
in geology, as well as all the activities going on at the
University. His love of Texas Tech remained with him
throughout his 86 years."

Sally Murray, the former professor, has good counsel
for young people in 2023. “Find experiences that relate
to your major. For example, an interest in geology
should encourage a young person to visit museums,
take trips, and meet others who have majored in this
subject. Regardless of your chosen field, find out
information that is not just in textbooks.” In other words,
pursue your passion, and fulfillment will follow you.

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