Jan. 16, 2024, Austin, TX – During his annual The State of Higher Education address, Commissioner Harrison Keller highlighted legislation from the 88th Texas Legislature, including community college finance reform and the establishment of the Texas University Fund, and how those efforts carry us closer to meeting the goals of the state’s strategic plan for higher…
December 13, 2023, AUSTIN, Texas – Dr. Fred Farias, chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (Coordinating Board), was the recipient of the first-ever Visionary Leader in Higher Education Award, presented by the University of North Texas (UNT). “It is an incredible honor to receive this award from the University of North Texas,” said…
Dec. 12, 2023, Austin, Texas – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has announced five recipients of its 2023 Star Awards. Institutions were recognized for exceptional contributions toward meeting one or more of the goals outlined in the state’s strategic plan for higher education, Building a Talent Strong Texas. “The Star Awards continue to…
NOV. 28, 2023, Austin, TX – Leaders in education, government, and industry will convene Dec. 12-13 in Austin to discuss the road ahead for higher education at the Higher EDge 2023: Leading Texas’ Future conference. The annual conference, hosted by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), has expanded in recent years and is now…
September 7, 2023, Austin, TX — The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) approved emergency rules at a special-called board meeting that will govern Texas’ new community college funding system, effective Sept. 1. House Bill 8 (HB 8), passed by the Texas Legislature during its 88th session and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott in…
Aug. 28, 2023, Austin, TX – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has launched My Texas Future, a new digital tool that connects Texans with resources and information about postsecondary opportunities. My Texas Future will help bridge the skills gap and provide support to individuals as they work to further their careers, return to…
Aug. 7, 2023, AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) was announced as the recipient of the 2023 Exceptional Agency Award from the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO). Each year, SHEEO gives out awards recognizing leadership, dedication, and innovation in higher education. The Exceptional Agency Award is presented to a member agency…
From the Office of Governor Greg Abbott Press Release July 24, 2023, Austin, TX – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Ashlie Thomas and Stacy Hock to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for terms set to expire on August 31, 2025 and August 31, 2027, respectively. The Board provides leadership and coordination for the Texas…
June 15, 2023, Austin, TX – Texas elected officials can now nominate students to receive the 2023-24 Texas Armed Services Scholarship (TASSP), a program from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. “The State of Texas is proud to support our students who have chosen to devote their careers and lives to preserving the sovereignty of…
The State of Texas continues working to ensure our public community colleges remain competitive and able to fully support the needs of our growing, diverse workforce,” said Gov. Abbott. “House Bill 8 will be an important tool to help enhance the role of public junior colleges in workforce training and preparation for high-demand careers. I…
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