Board of Regents
Texas A&M System Receives Highest Possible Ratings From Nation’s Three Major Credit Agencies
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The Texas A&M University System has earned the highest possible credit ratings from all three major agencies, placing it among just four university systems nationwide with top marks across the board.
Texas A&M System Home to Nation’s Fastest University Supercomputer
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The Texas A&M University System’s new VISION supercomputer is the most powerful university supercomputer in the United States, according to the June 2026 TOP500 list, which ranks VISION No. 66 among the world’s fastest computing systems.
USDA Turns to Texas A&M Regent John Bellinger in Fight Against New World Screwworm
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As federal and state officials ramp up efforts to stop the spread of New World screwworm in Texas, the USDA has tapped Texas cattleman, food safety entrepreneur, and A&M System Regent John Bellinger to help lead the response.
Texas A&M System Board of Regents Advance Major Investments in Students, Research and Campus Infrastructure
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The A&M System Board of Regents approved major initiatives this week focused on student success, research growth, campus preservation and the long-term needs of Texas, including hundreds of millions of dollars in capital and operational investments.
Board of Regents Approves $6.8 Billion Capital Plan for The Texas A&M University System
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The A&M System Board of Regents approved a five-year, $6.8 billion capital plan that will support continued growth, expand research and workforce capacity, modernize infrastructure and preserve historic facilities.
Board of Regents Approves $9.1 Billion Operating Budget for The Texas A&M University System
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The A&M System Board of Regents approved the 2027 operating budget for the System’s 12 universities and eight state agencies, authorizing approximately $9.1 billion to support instruction, research, public service and statewide operations.
Regents Unanimously Approve Academic Building Restoration
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The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents has approved a $30 million plan to restore and repair the exterior of the historic Academic Building at Texas A&M University.
Texas A&M System Board of Regents Appoints Tracy Foster as Executive Vice Chancellor
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The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System appointed Tracy Foster as Executive Vice Chancellor, selecting a longtime Texas A&M System leader to help oversee one of the nation’s largest systems of higher education.
Texas A&M University System Welcomes Appointment of Lisa D. Cantu as Student Regent
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The Texas A&M University System welcomed the appointment of Lisa D. Cantu of Mission, Texas, as the next student regent on the Board of Regents by Gov. Greg Abbott.
Texas A&M System Board of Regents Chairman Robert L. Albritton Recovering Following Successful Surgery
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Texas A&M University System Board of Regents Chairman Robert L. Albritton is recovering after undergoing successful surgery following an injury sustained in a fall on Friday.
