Dear Colleagues,
Ever forward, ever onward — that’s our continued path at Tarleton State University, and today’s Board of Regents meeting is a clear sign that we’re headed in the right direction.
Achieving academic excellence through innovative instructional practices, strategic program expansion, and a robust academic and technological infrastructure is a key part of our strategic plan. The unwavering support from The Texas A&M System Board of Regents and Chancellor John Sharp is a testament to their steadfast belief in our mission.
In line with our goal to prepare students for long-term careers in fast-growing fields, the regents gave us permission to seek Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board approval for five new academic programs:
- Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
- Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Medicine
- Specialist in School Psychology
- Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling
- Doctor of Physical Therapy in Physical Therapy
Additionally, the regents have given us permission to commission a feasibility study and hire a planning dean to explore the potential establishment of a College of Osteopathic Medicine.
As our university expands access and opportunity, increasing our footprint is essential. To that end, the regents approved negotiations for three strategic properties around our Stephenville campus, paving the way to construct a multi-story residential housing facility within the area as documented in the current master plan.
Our focus remains to be the premier comprehensive university in the nation. The massive cranes on our campuses represent progress toward that vision to be a leader in student success, teaching and research.
I am pleased to also announce the approval of our recommendations for faculty tenure and promotion.
Please join me in congratulating these Tarleton State scholars:
Tenure and Promotion
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Dr. Hemanta Kafley, Associate Professor of Wildlife and Natural Resources
- Dr. Darrel Murray, Associate Professor of Wildlife and Natural Resources
Dr. Sam Pack College of Business
- Dr. Rui Chen, Associate Professor of Marketing and Computer Information Systems
College of Education
- Dr. Derek Lehman, Associate Professor and Division Director of Sociology
Mayfield College of Engineering
- Dr. Sotirios Diamantas, Associate Professor of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering
- Dr. Fei Wang, Associate Professor of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering
College of Health Sciences
- Dr. Christopher Wilder, Associate Professor of Counseling
- Dr. Andrew Wolfe, Associate Professor of Health and Human Performance
Tenure
College of Health Sciences
- Dr. Dawn James, Associate Professor of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Promotions
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Dr. Edward Osei, Professor of Agricultural Education and Communication
College of Education
- Dr. Jamie Borchardt, Professor of Psychological Sciences
- Dr. Thomas Faulkenberry, Professor of Psychological Sciences
College of Liberal and Fine Arts
- Megan Ehrhart, Professor of Visual Arts and Design
- Dr. Christopher Gearhart, Professor of Communication Studies
- Knut Hybinette, Professor of Visual Arts and Design
- Dr. Olga Semukhina, Professor of Criminal Justice
Dr. Sam Pack College of Business
- Dr. Sue Joiner, Professor of Management
- Dr. Brian Martinson, Professor of Management
College of Health Sciences
- Amy McKay, Principal Instructor of Health and Human Performance
- Dr. Beck Munsey, Professor of Counseling
College of Science and Mathematics
- Janice Groseclose, Senior Instructor of Mathematics
- Dr. Jesse Meik, Professor of Biological Sciences
- Dr. Catherine Ronck, Professional Professor of Chemistry, Geosciences, and Physics
- Nancy Summer, Senior Instructor of Mathematics
Working together, we continue to build a first-choice institution where dreams can be achieved. Thank you for your efforts this academic year. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable summer.
As always, may you forever Bleed Purple!
Dr. James Hurley
President