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88th Texas Legislature Makes Historic Investments in Higher Education
June 2, 2023, AUSTIN, TX – As Texas continues to break records for adding new jobs that require advance education and training, the Texas Legislature demonstrated its support for higher education with historic investments of more than $5 billion for the next biennium. Texas Commissioner of Higher Education Harrison Keller released the following statement: “The…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Anwar To Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
From the Office of Governor Greg Abbott Press Release March 27, 2023, Austin, TX – Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Javaid Anwar to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for a term set to expire on August 31, 2027. The Board provides leadership and coordination for the Texas higher education system. Javaid Anwar of Midland…
THECB Offering New Loan to Help Students Complete High-Demand Degrees
Feb. 23, 2023, Austin, TX – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is now offering a new low-interest loan option for Texas students. The Future Occupations & Reskilling Workforce Advancement to Reach Demand (FORWARD) Loan Program is designed to increase the number of students who obtain high-value credentials in high-demand occupations. The FORWARD Loan is…
THECB releases free college and career planning tool for families
Jan. 26, 2023, Austin, TX – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has launched a new tool called Tomorrow Ready Texas to help parents and guardians support their teens with college and career planning. The tool provides Texas families with the resources they need to support their child’s success after high school – in…
Commissioner Harrison Keller Highlights Higher Ed Progress, Calls Leaders to Action
Dec. 14, 2022, Austin, TX – At a pivotal moment for higher education, Texas is leading the way. Texas Commissioner of Higher Education Harrison Keller called on leaders across the state in higher education, industry, philanthropy, and government to seize that momentum in his annual State of Higher Education address. In front of nearly 300…
Institutions Across Texas Recognized by THECB for Building a Talent Strong Texas
Dec. 8, 2022, Austin, Texas – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has announced five recipients of its 2022 Star Awards. Institutions were recognized for exceptional contributions toward meeting one or more of the goals outlined in the state’s new strategic plan for higher education, Building a Talent Strong Texas. “The Star Awards have…