Messages from the Office of the President

As we move further into the spring semester and return from a well-deserved break, I want to thank our faculty and staff for the dedication they bring to Texas A&M University and to our students each day. I also appreciate everyone who took the time to share feedback through our recent employee engagement survey.

As we continue to monitor events unfolding in the Middle East, I want you to hear directly from me. I know this situation brings concern and uncertainty, specifically for our own students, faculty and staff at Texas A&M University at Qatar.

I am reaching out on behalf of the entire Texas A&M University community to express our sincere care and concern for each of you. I hope you are remaining safe, and I want you to know that we are closely engaged with your campus leadership and monitoring the situation in Qatar as it continues to evolve.

Friday, March 6, marks Employee Appreciation Day, and we have a full week of activities planned to honor all of you — the extraordinary people who keep Texas A&M University moving forward.

I hope you all are settling back into the new semester as we begin a significant chapter in our history – the 150th year of Texas A&M University.

Thank you for your hard work as we navigate a challenging start to the spring semester. I recognize that recent Texas A&M University System policy changes have been unsettling for many, and I understand your concerns. At the same time, our shared responsibility is clear: our students. We must work together to limit – and where possible, eliminate – any obstacles to their success.

Welcome back, and Happy New Year! I hope you had an enjoyable holiday break and are ready for another exciting semester.

Howdy! As we celebrate this special season and look ahead to 2026, Marsha and I want to extend our warmest holiday greetings to you — our faculty, staff and students.

As we reflect on the fall semester, I want to start by acknowledging the reality. This semester has brought forward some tough conversations, decisions and new requirements. Through it all, you showed up for your students, your colleagues and this university, and I’m deeply grateful for your steadiness, professionalism and commitment to Texas A&M.

Howdy! As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to extend my gratitude to all of you – our faculty, staff and students. I’ve had the privilege of visiting with many of you through listening sessions, meetings and conversations around campus. What I’ve heard is clear: Aggies care deeply. You care about our mission – especially the education and success of our students. And you care about preserving the values that have shaped this university for nearly 150 years. I’m thankful for your honesty and engagement in these conversations.

Howdy! I hope this message finds you well. As I wrap up my first month of serving as Interim President, I want to express my gratitude for the warm welcome I’ve received from all of you. These past few weeks have been filled with listening sessions, meetings and conversations that have reminded me – again and again – what makes Aggieland so special.

Howdy! As we move forward together, I remain committed to open communication and transparency with our university community. Earlier today, The Texas A&M University System announced the formation of a search committee for the permanent president. You’ll find that announcement below. I’ll plan to keep you informed as this important work continues.

Howdy! It’s an honor to return to Texas A&M University as interim president. I’m grateful to the Board of Regents and Chancellor Hegar for their confidence in me and for the opportunity to once again serve my alma mater.

Today, The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents appointed former System Vice Chancellor for Government Relations and proud Aggie Tommy Williams ’78 as Interim President of Texas A&M University. Tommy will serve in this role while the Board conducts a careful national search for the next permanent president.