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Future Summit 2026<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

A campus wide event designed to help our stakeholders and community understand where we are, and where we\u2019re headed next as part of the Tarleton State Forward 2030 strategic plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Future Summit brings together faculty, staff, students, and community partners for forward looking conversations on the issues that matter most to Tarleton State\u2019s future. Topics featured at the Future Summit were informed directly by campus feedback gathered through the Strategic Plan Prioritization Survey and represent the themes our stakeholders identified as critical for our future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next Future Summit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Thursday, February 26, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CT<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Omni Fort Worth Hotel
1300 Houston Street
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Short, Engaging Presentations and Shared Dialogue<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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  • Strengthening Student Success<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Workforce Alignment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Ideas to Spur Innovation and Engagement<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Refining Priorities Over the Next 5 Years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Navigating the Changing Landscape of Intercollegiate Athletics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Oliver Luck<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Chairman, Altius Sports Partners<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The national conversation around the rapidly evolving collegiate athletics environment highlights issues such as student\u2011athlete well\u2011being, NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness), conference realignment, and the financial sustainability of athletic programs, all of which are reshaping how universities approach competition, recruitment, and institutional identity. This talk will offer insight into the shifting dynamics of collegiate athletics and how Tarleton State can position itself for long\u2011term success\u2014balancing competitiveness, compliance, student\u2011athlete support, and institutional mission.
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    Tarleton State’s Role in Powering Texas’ Workforce of Tomorrow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Lindsey Beagley<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Director, Lifelong University Engagement – Arizona State University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    By 2034, there will be more people over the age of 65 than under 18 for the first time in U.S. history. This talk explores how designing for multigenerational campuses is both a strategic institutional growth opportunity and a civic responsibility of the university, preparing students for age-diverse workplace while harnessing the knowledge, experience, and engagement of older adults to strengthen lifelong learning opportunities for all.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    How Tarleton State University Can Strengthen the Health of Our Rural Communities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Dr. Jonathan Nedrelow<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Chief Medical Officer, Cook Children’s<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    As the state continues to experience rapid population growth, rural provider shortages, and evolving care delivery models, Tarleton has a unique opportunity to expand its impact through innovative programs, interdisciplinary training, and community-based partnerships. This thought\u2011provoking talk will spark ideas around how Tarleton State can help shape the future of healthcare in Texas\u2014through academic programs, our proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine, research, clinical partnerships, and workforce development strategies that meet the needs of the rural communities in Texas. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    How AI Can Transform Learning, Work and Innovation at Tarleton State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Dr. Vincent Kellen<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Chief Information Officer, The Texas A&M University System<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    From personalized learning to operational efficiency to new research frontiers, Artificial Intelligence presents both extraordinary opportunities and important ethical considerations. This bold talk will challenge participants to imagine how Tarleton State can responsibly and creatively leverage AI\u2014 optimizing workflows and productivity, enhancing teaching, improving student success, and preparing graduates for an AI\u2011driven world.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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