Board of Regents

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

    Texas A&M University System Board of Regents Establishes New Committees Focused on Health Affairs and Strategic Planning

    Texas A&M University System Board of Regents Establishes New Committees Focused on Health Affairs and Strategic Planning

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    The Board of Regents today approved the formation of two new board committees, strengthening governance and oversight in key areas central to the System’s future: health care education and delivery, and long-term strategic planning.

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    Regents Approve Key Leadership Appointments Supporting Nuclear Security and Enterprise Operations

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    The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents today approved two senior executive appointments that reinforce the System’s capacity to meet national security obligations and provide disciplined leadership over enterprise operations statewide.