LEADING A SYSTEM BUILT FOR IMPACT
Across The Texas A&M University System, our leaders bring together the collective strength of our universities, state agencies, and institutions to meet the opportunities and challenges shaping Texas. More opportunities to form leaders of character. More research and innovation that translate discovery into real-world solutions. More service that strengthens communities and creates economic opportunity. Together, that’s how we create impact at scale that leads Texas and serves the nation.
BOARD OF REGENTS
The Board of Regents oversees The Texas A&M University System and sets the strategic direction that guides its universities, health science center, state agencies, and member institutions. Its leadership helps ensure a high-quality education for students, advances research that benefits Texas and the nation, expands public service, and supports the continued success of one of the nation’s largest systems of higher education.
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OFFICE OF THE CHANCELLOR
The Office of the Chancellor provides strategic leadership for The Texas A&M University System, working alongside the Board of Regents to advance the A&M System’s mission and long-term vision. By fostering collaboration across its universities, health science center, state agencies, and member institutions, the Chancellor’s Office helps align priorities, strengthen partnerships, and position the A&M System for continued success.
Speaker Request FormCHANCELLOR GLENN HEGAR
Raised on a farm outside Houston, Glenn Hegar began his college journey at a local community college while helping his family on the farm. Those early experiences shaped a lifelong commitment to hard work, integrity, and service. He later earned a political science degree from Texas A&M University, a law degree from St. Mary’s University, and a Master of Laws from the University of Arkansas.
After serving Texans as a state representative, state senator, and Texas comptroller of public accounts, Hegar now leads The Texas A&M University System with a focus on unlocking its full potential and preparing future generations of leaders.
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM EXECUTIVE TEAM
TRACY FOSTER
Executive Vice Chancellor
JOHN BARTON
Vice Chancellor, Business Affairs
ROBERT BISHOP
Vice Chancellor and Dean of Engineering
CHRIS BRYAN
Vice Chancellor, Marketing and Communications
KIM BUZARD
Chief of Staff
KORRY CASTILLO
Chief Strategy Officer
NIKKI COBB
Vice Chancellor, Government Relations
AMANDA DOTSON
Chief Auditor
JOE ELABD
Vice Chancellor, Research
RYAN GRIFFIN
Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer
JAMES R. HALLMARK
Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs
L. DIANE HURTADO
Vice Chancellor, Nuclear Security Initiatives
W. NIM KIDD
Vice Chancellor, Disaster and Emergency Management
R. BROOKS MOORE
General Counsel
JEFFREY W. SAVELL
Vice Chancellor and Dean of Agriculture and Life SciencesUNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP
Meet the presidents leading the A&M System’s universities and preparing the nation’s future leaders.
STATE AGENCY LEADERSHIP
Learn about the leaders advancing statewide service, research, public safety, and economic growth through the A&M System’s agencies.