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THECB approves rules implementing community college funding system
September 7, 2023, Austin, TX — The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) approved emergency rules at a special-called board meeting that will govern Texas’ new community college funding system, effective Sept. 1. House Bill 8 (HB 8), passed by the Texas Legislature during its 88th session and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott in…
New online tool aims to close skills gap and help more Texans plan for their future
Aug. 28, 2023, Austin, TX – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has launched My Texas Future, a new digital tool that connects Texans with resources and information about postsecondary opportunities. My Texas Future will help bridge the skills gap and provide support to individuals as they work to further their careers, return to…
THECB wins 2023 Exceptional Agency Award
Aug. 7, 2023, AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) was announced as the recipient of the 2023 Exceptional Agency Award from the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO). Each year, SHEEO gives out awards recognizing leadership, dedication, and innovation in higher education. The Exceptional Agency Award is presented to a member agency…
Governor Abbott Appoints Thomas, Hock To Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
From the Office of Governor Greg Abbott Press Release July 24, 2023, Austin, TX – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Ashlie Thomas and Stacy Hock to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for terms set to expire on August 31, 2025 and August 31, 2027, respectively. The Board provides leadership and coordination for the Texas…
Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program Now Accepting Nominations
June 15, 2023, Austin, TX – Texas elected officials can now nominate students to receive the 2023-24 Texas Armed Services Scholarship (TASSP), a program from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. “The State of Texas is proud to support our students who have chosen to devote their careers and lives to preserving the sovereignty of…
Texas House Bill 8 becomes law, paves way for innovative community college funding
The State of Texas continues working to ensure our public community colleges remain competitive and able to fully support the needs of our growing, diverse workforce,” said Gov. Abbott. “House Bill 8 will be an important tool to help enhance the role of public junior colleges in workforce training and preparation for high-demand careers. I…