Texas Higher Ed

Applications are now open for the Texas OER Fellowship Program Year 3 cohort! The OER Fellowship Program supports mentor relationships for OER use, creation, and capacity building at institutions and statewide. To learn more, visit: dltx.highered.texas.gov/programs/oer-f…

Commissioner Wynn Rosser spoke at the ribbon-cutting for TSTC's new Construction Technologies Center in Waco. Students will be trained in high demand jobs such as electrical construction, solar technology, and HVAC. Texas always helps students find their pathway to success!

The THECB is working to help the federal government implement Workforce Pell – which is financial aid for students to take short-term workforce training programs. Read more on how those programs are vital for the Texas economy: highered.texas.gov/texas-begins-w…

The THECB is conducting a study on college entrance exams used for admissions to Texas public higher ed institutions. Details about submitting information can be found here highered.texas.gov/announcement/

Our TAMIU faculty and staff are participating in the 2026 Digital Learning Summit hosted by @TXHigherEdBoard. Proud to join institutions across Texas to explore innovation, student success, and the future of digital learning. #TAMIU #DigitalLearningSummit #HigherEd

Commissioner Rosser gave an update on the state's  Building a Talent Strong Texas strategic plan to higher ed enrollment officials today. Teamwork will help Texas build pathways for students to be successful in the state's dynamic economy!

Earlier today, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board staff spoke at a webinar and answered questions from mental health professionals about the state's Mental Health Professionals Loan Repayment Assistance Program. Check out more info ➡️ hhloans.com/mental-health-…

The Office of Ombudsman website officially launched today. This site and portal is for the public to submit complaints and feedback regarding the state’s public institutions of higher education when pertaining to SB 17 and SB 37. Visit the site: studentsfirst.texas.gov

Thank you to the 500+ people who attended our Higher EDge conference! We had great sessions and discussions to build partnerships and exchange ideas that ensure the workforce readiness of our students. This type of collaboration is crucial for the success of the Texas economy.

Our annual Higher EDge Conference is off and running! We're hosting more than 500 attendees to discuss strategies and initiatives that prepare students for jobs in the dynamic Texas economy. #TXHigherEd2025

2-year colleges played a significant role in this fall's record higher ed enrollment in Texas. More than half the students at our public institutions of higher education are studying in 2-year colleges! They'll all be part of an educated workforce boosting the Texas economy.

📣 Today, #TWC Chairman Joe Esparza presented four Jobs and Education for Texans (#JET) grants totaling $1,202,386 to four schools in West Texas. 🔗 Learn more about JET: pulse.ly/cllkfpg8ho

A record number of more than 1.6 million students enrolled in Texas colleges and universities this fall! The preliminary numbers cover undergraduate, graduate, and professional program students across two-year and four-year Texas institutions. highered.texas.gov/fall-enrollmen…

We can't wait to welcome @MayorRenardEPTX and @TXHigherEdBoard Commissioner Dr. Wynn Rosser tomorrow at the 2025 #EduMattersSummit 🎤💫

Exciting news! The @TXHigherEdBoard names UT San Antonio one of six institutions across the state to receive its 2025 Star Award, which recognizes colleges and universities for promoting student success and career development through workforce-aligned programming. The team at our Najim Strategist Program will formally accept the award at the Coordinating Board's annual conference in Austin in December. Read more: bit.ly/4hjY1CS @NajimFoundation

Big news, Roadrunners! UT San Antonio earned the 2025 @TXHigherEdBoard Star Award for the Najim Strategist Program, where students tackle real projects for local companies and build career-ready skills. #ExperientialLearning in action! 🔗: bit.ly/4ouTD6o #CareerReady

There is no better time to be a Lumberjack! After incredible success during @TXHigherEdBoard’s free application week, we are waiving application fees through December 1st. Submit your application and join us in building something special at SFA! #AxeEm

Texas is projected to face a shortfall of over 50,000 nurses in the coming years. Thanks to funding from @TXHigherEdBoard, @UTTyler is stepping up to develop health programs that help retain nursing students and faculty, strengthening the nursing workforce for today and tomorrow. uttyler.edu/about/news/pre…

Join us for our quarterly board meeting this week. The Major Policy Discussion will be about Strengthening Transfer Pathways in Texas. Watch now: @TxHigherEd" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@TxHigherEd

April is National Community College Month! This is a month, we recognize and amplify the incredible contributions our community colleges provide students, faculty, and communities alike. Celebrate #CCMonth by sharing the ways community college has made an impact in your life. 🎓