https://www.ttu.edu/now/posts/2025/05/school-of-veterinary-medicine-grad-aims-to-bring-specialty-care-to-lubbock-area.php

So proud of Austin Byrd for this accomplishment! He is in the first graduating classes of the TTU School of Veterinary Medicene.  He comes from an amazing family and was raised in TREA member district schools.  He must take after his mother, Marlo.  

Seriously, he is the son of Jeff and Marlo Byrd, Dalhart, Texas.  He is Jake Bird's brother and sometimes Jake let's Rees claim him as his brother, as well.  Congratulations Austin! (Wreck 'em)

Another sidenote - There were 13 speeches given at this historic event on Sunday, May 18, including Texas Governor Greg Abbott.  The only one to receive a standing ovation? - Austin Byrd.  

Know of other success stories of TREA graduates - I know they're out there, send them to me at [email protected]