Ten Questions with the Chancellor
Kent Hance, Chancellor
Texas Tech University System
From his funny stories to his distinct words of wisdom, Chancellor Hance has one-of-a-kind personality and is a true character. Get to know a different side of the man at the helm of Texas Tech.
Q: Where could we find you on the weekend?
KH: My office
Q: What is your dream destination?
KH: Lucerne, Switzerland
Q: What is your favorite Lubbock restaurant?
KH: Sonic or Taco Villa
Q: What is a typical day like for you?
KH: I only work half-days; Either the first 12, middle 12, or the last 12 hours
Q: What publications do you subscribe to?
KH: Chronicle of Higher Education; Texas Monthly
Q: What is your favorite Texas Tech memory?
KH: All graduation ceremonies
Q: Who is your celebrity crush?
KH: Marilyn Monroe
Q: Who is your favorite professional sports team?
KH: Dimmitt Bobcats
Q: What was your worst subject in school?
KH: Chemistry
Q: Who is your role model?
KH: The late Gov. Preston Smith
Quotes from the Chancellor
“Anticipate. Anticipate. Anticipate."
- Kent R. Hace
“Dream no little dreams.”
- Kent R. Hance
“The only place you start even with everyone else in the world is the amount of time in a day.
How you manage that time determines your success.”
- Kent R. Hance