Louisiana Tech University

Ruston, LA — Public research university, est. 1894; home of the Bulldogs; Conference USA member; alma mater of Terry Bradshaw (Pro Football HOF) and Karl Malone (Basketball HOF) — two of the most decorated players in their respective sports; also produced Terry Bradshaw, whose selection as the first overall pick in the 1970 NFL Draft launched one of the great quarterback careers in history; the unique distinction of producing HOFers in both football and basketball from a single program speaks to the remarkable depth of Louisiana Tech's athletic tradition; strong programs in engineering, business, and aviation