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One Year Into Their Successful Collaboration the Texas Southern University Board of Regents and President Look To The Future, Together

Twelve months prior, the Board of Regents at Texas Southern University in Houston unanimously selected James W. Crawford III to serve as the institution’s 14th President.
The appointment followed statewide recognition of TSU as a historic institution needing focused leadership to enhance student success and strategic initiatives.
President Crawford reflected on his first year as heart-fulfilling, noting bold engagement with the Texas Legislature and collaboration with Chairman Simmons and the Board to advance university reforms.
Chairman Simmons acknowledged the meaningful participation of state leaders during the legislative session and emphasized a groundbreaking review of operational and resource distribution practices designed to enhance benefits for both students and taxpayers.
TSU continues to implement multiple strategic initiatives aligned with state priorities, including combating antisemitism through interfaith partnerships, while preparing to implement key legislation over the next two years ahead of the 2027 legislative session.

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One Year Into Their Successful Collaboration the Texas Southern University Board of Regents and President Look To The Future, Together

HOUSTON, May 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- One year ago today, Texas Southern University's Board of Regents voted unanimously to appoint James W. Crawford III, Vice Admiral and Judge Advocate General of the Navy (Ret.), as TSU's 14th President.

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