Welcome To Spring 2025!
Dear Tarleton State Family, Happy New Year! Kindall and I are excited to welcome you back for the start of what promises to be a memorable spring ahead. This fall …
President’s Communication
Remembering Former Tarleton State First Lady Dr. Mary Lou McCabe
Dear Tarleton State Family, We were saddened to learn of the recent passing of former Tarleton State First Lady Dr. Mary Lou McCabe, a remarkable woman who impacted countless lives. …
Regents Approve Strategic Property Purchase, Center for Rural Resilience, Two New Academic Programs
Dear Colleagues, Today’s Texas A&M System Board of Regents meeting showcased that even brighter days are ahead. We have much to celebrate as a campus community as we approach what …
Grand Opening Event Welcomes IPE Building to Tarleton State Fort Worth
FORT WORTH, Texas — Tarleton State University’s thriving Fort Worth campus along Chisholm Trail Parkway celebrated the grand opening of the Interprofessional Education (IPE) Building on Tuesday morning. Featuring more …
2024 State of the University: 125 Years of Excellence at Tarleton State
Celebrating excellence across the board, Tarleton State University President Dr. James Hurley delivered his annual State of the University address today. “With the support of our state legislature, The Texas …
Record Enrollment Announced as Tarleton State Celebrates 125 Years
As Tarleton State University celebrates its 125th anniversary, preliminary numbers indicate record enrollment of approximately 18,000 students, including the largest freshman class ever. The university’s commitment to research, student success …
Welcome Back, Texans!
This is a special time on campus, with much anticipation for what lies ahead this academic year. As we embark on this journey together, the energy and optimism surrounding us …
Regents Approve Tarleton State To Pursue Three New Degree Programs
Dear Colleagues, With the fall semester nearing, Tarleton State University is poised to soar to new heights as we celebrate our 125th anniversary over the next academic year. This milestone …
Tarleton State Cuts Ribbon for Research and Economic Development Building
Tarleton State University’s new Research and Economic Development Building officially opened with a ribbon cutting and open house today. The university will share the state-of-the-art facility, located at U.S. Highway …
Texas A&M System Chancellor John Sharp To Retire June 30, 2025
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Porter Garner jokes that he is not sure John Sharp ever sleeps. “It’s not uncommon to get a text from John late at night, or at …
Tarleton State Names Dr. Brett Powell CFO, Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration
Tarleton State University has named Dr. Brett Powell the new Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration, effective July 1. In the role, Dr. Powell will …
A&M Regents Authorize Tarleton State to Pursue New Academic Programs, Approve Tenure and Promotions
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 …
Celebration Honors Naming of Tarleton State’s College of Business for Dr. Sam Pack
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University celebrated the naming of its College of Business in honor of esteemed supporter, honorary doctorate recipient and automotive industry legend Dr. Sam Pack on …
Tarleton State President Honored with Congressional Patriot Award
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University President Dr. James Hurley received the Congressional Patriot Award in a surprise announcement this past Saturday evening at the 2024 Gala. Congressional Patriot Awards …
Regents Approve College of Business Naming, Construction Projects, New Degree Programs and More
Dear Colleagues, The Texas A&M System Board of Regents and Chancellor John Sharp have once again displayed their overwhelming support of Tarleton State University’s momentum toward becoming the premiere comprehensive …
Tarleton State Breaks Ground on Health Professions Building
Tarleton State broke ground this afternoon for a $80 million Health Professions Building that will further establish the university as the leader of rural healthcare throughout the state. The project …
Welcome to Spring 2024!
Dear Tarleton State Family, Happy New Year! The dawn of a new year brings not only the promise of fresh beginnings but also great enthusiasm. I know this semester is …
Regents Approve Health Professions Building
Dear Colleagues, Today’s approval from the Texas A&M System Board of Regents and support from Chancellor John Sharp to begin construction of our Health Professions Building — the College of …
Tarleton Breaks Ground on Research and Economic Development Building
Tarleton State University broke ground this morning for a Research and Economic Development Building that will create an innovation ecosystem to accelerate sponsored research and strengthen regional partnerships. Tarleton will …
2023 State of the University: Tarleton State’s Purple Won’t Fade
From breaking records to breaking ground to breaking barriers, Tarleton State University’s brand promise — This Purple Won’t Fade — gleams brighter than ever. President James Hurley recapped successes and …