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 …
President’s Communication
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 …
Once Again: Tarleton State Shatters Enrollment Record
Tarleton State University has scored all-time-high enrollment yet again. Based on 12th class day numbers, the university begins fall 2023 up 8.6 percent from a year ago, serving 16,230 students …
Tarleton State Categorically Ranks Among Top 5 Universities by WSJ
The Wall Street Journal’s latest rankings have Tarleton State University fifth among universities highly recommended by students and recent alumni. Recommendation scores, part of the Journal’s 2024 Best Colleges in …
Welcome, Tarleton State Family!
I’m thrilled to have our campus buzzing with students as we prepare for another exceptional semester. Our students bring a renewed energy and a truly one-of-a-kind atmosphere back to our …
Tarleton State Breaks Ground on $110 Million Event Center
Tarleton State University broke ground this morning for a $110 million, two-story multipurpose arena that will sport NCAA Division I basketball facilities and room for academic convocations, symposiums, conferences and …
Regents Approve FY24 Budget, New Capital Projects, Creation of Biotechnology Institute
Dear Colleagues, If today’s actions by The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents are any indication of our future among America’s great public institutions, Tarleton State University is rising …
Tarleton Names Engineering College for Distinguished Alumnus Dr. A. Dwain Mayfield
Tarleton State University this afternoon celebrated the naming of its College of Engineering in honor of longtime benefactor, Distinguished Alumnus and retired Lockheed Martin executive Dr. A. Dwain Mayfield. This …
What an Incredible 2023 Gala!
Dear Tarleton Family, What an incredible 2023 gala! So much purple, so much excitement, so much momentum. Three years ago, I publicly announced our largest-ever comprehensive capital fundraising campaign – …
Dr. Matt Underwood To Lead Tarleton’s New Dual Enrollment Program
Dr. Matt Underwood has been named the inaugural Director of Tarleton State University’s dual enrollment program for Texas high school students, Tarleton Today, effective March 1. Most recently, he served …
Regents Approve Convocation Center Materials, Naming Opportunities
Dear Colleagues, The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents today approved procuring materials for our Convocation and Events Center ahead of construction. Securing switchboards, transformers, cooling towers and elevators …
Welcome to Spring 2023!
Dear Tarleton Family, Welcome to spring 2023! I am more optimistic than ever that this will be our best semester yet. Tarleton just keeps getting better. Already this semester we …
Tarleton Receives Largest-ever Gift!
Tarleton State University alumnus Henry Hohenberger has made an unprecedented eight-figure philanthropic contribution to his alma mater. The final amount will be announced later this spring. Hohenberger sold a portion …
Tarleton the Economic Engine: FY 2020-21 Impact Estimated at $2 BILLION
Tarleton State University is turbocharging economic growth, generating an estimated $1.2 Billion for North Central Texas and $2 Billion total for the state. An independent study by the global research …
Regents Honor Two Faculty With Emeritus Designation
Dear Colleagues, It is my privilege to announce that The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents has honored two retired Tarleton faculty members with the title emeritus for their outstanding contributions …
Regents Authorize Tarleton To Pursue Six New Degree Programs
Dear Colleagues, Authorization to seek approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for six new academic degrees, additional funding for a parking garage and Research Administration Building, and tenure …
2022 State of the University: Tarleton is Scaling the Heights
Calling 2022 a year of unprecedented progress, Tarleton State University President James Hurley today illuminated some highlights and shared a vision for many more in his annual State of the University address. …
Tarleton President Receives 2022 NTC Education Leadership Award
Tarleton State University President James Hurley today received the North Texas Commission 2022 Education Leadership Award. He was one of nine individuals and organizations the commission recognized at its annual membership …