Susan Ballabina Named Sole Finalist for Texas A&M University President

13 articles · Updated · news.tamus.edu · Apr 13

Susan Ballabina has been named the sole finalist for president of Texas A&M University by the university system’s Board of Regents.
Ballabina, currently Executive Vice Chancellor, has over 30 years' experience at Texas A&M and previously served as chief of staff to a former president.
Her appointment follows recent leadership upheaval and comes as Texas A&M marks its 150th anniversary amid ongoing political and academic challenges.

After serving on the search committee, what made Ballabina the top national candidate?

Can a president without classroom experience effectively lead a major research university?

How will the ex-lecturer's lawsuit impact the new president's policies on faculty speech?

Will new curriculum rules harm Texas A&M's ability to attract top students and faculty?

How can academic freedom survive under a new president expected to enforce state mandates?

Is this appointment a sign of stability or a move toward greater political compliance?