Members of the Texas A&M University community,
Today, the Board of Regents of the Texas A&M University System voted unanimously to appoint Dr. Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M University.
The Board’s action follows the completion of the state’s required waiting period and confirms a leader whose experience, judgment and record of service have earned broad confidence across the Texas A&M System. Over more than 30 years, Dr. Ballabina has served in key leadership roles at both the university and system levels and has helped advance important work in outreach, partnerships and statewide initiatives that support the mission of Texas A&M.
Many of you already know Dr. Ballabina and have worked with her over the years. She understands this institution, the people who make it special and the responsibility Texas A&M carries for this state. She has demonstrated throughout her career a steady commitment to service, sound judgment and a clear focus on moving the university forward.
As the university nears its 150th year, it is important that we continue building on the mission, traditions and work that define Texas A&M with leadership that understands both our history and our responsibility to the future. I am confident Dr. Ballabina is ready for that responsibility and ready to lead Texas A&M forward.
I also want to express my appreciation to Interim President Tommy Williams for the care, steadiness and leadership he brought to the university during this period of transition. Texas A&M has benefited greatly from his service, and I am grateful for all he has done for this institution.
Dr. Ballabina will officially assume her role on May 11. I know you will join me in supporting her as she begins this important work.
Sincerely,
Glenn Hegar
Chancellor, The Texas A&M University System