Texas State University selects new president

News, San Marcos

megan.wehring, on April 22, 2022

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SAN MARCOS — Kelly R. Damphousse was named as the 10th president of Texas State University.

The unanimous vote by the Board of Regents of the Texas State University System occurred during a special meeting called for Thursday, April 21. Dr. Damphousse was named sole finalist for the position last month, following a national search, and he will assume office July 1.

Kelly Damphousse (courtesy photo)

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