Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed University of Houston student Christian A. “Chris”
Pepe as the next student regent on the UH System Board of Regents. Pepe’s term began
on June 1, and he will serve on the Board until May 31, 2027, representing students
across all three UH System universities.
UH System Student Regent Chris Pepe
Pepe, a second-generation UH student, is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science
in Political Science. He is active in several student organizations on campus and,
as a proud Houstonian of Italian descent, is heavily involved in the city’s Italian
American community.
“Being appointed Student Regent is not just an incredible honor, it is a great responsibility,”
Pepe said. “I understand the impact higher education can have on students, families
and the community. I am grateful for the opportunity to represent students across
the UH System and to contribute to decisions that will shape the future of our institutions.”
In addition to his academic and leadership pursuits, Pepe is an entrepreneur, bringing
firsthand business experience to his role. After completing his degree, he plans to
go to law school with the goal of working in public policy in Austin or Washington,
D.C.
“I am deeply grateful to Gov. Abbott, and everyone involved in this appointment for
the trust they have placed in me. I look forward to working with Chancellor Khator,
the Board of Regents and university leadership to continue the UH System’s mission
while giving a voice to my fellow students.”
– UH System Student Regent Chris Pepe
Pepe, who is replacing UH-Clear Lake graduate student Adrian Caraves, will work with
the members of the UH System Board of Regents to make governing decisions for the
System and each of its three universities. Although he won’t have a vote on the nine-member
board, he will be the voice of the system’s nearly 70,000 students.