Governor Greg Abbott has appointed seven student regents to their respective universities, effective June 1, 2026, for terms set to expire on May 31, 2027. Additionally, the governor appointed a student representative to serve on the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), effective June 1, 2026, for a term set to expire on May 31, 2027.
Texas A&M University System
Lisa Cantu of Mission received a Bachelor of Arts in political science and a Master of Public Service and Administration from Texas A&M University (TAMU). She is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in education administration from TAMU. She is completing her tenure as student representative on the THECB.
Texas Southern University
Joseph Carter of Houston is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Texas Southern University.
Elizabeth Diaz Arreola of Dayton is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in exercise science from Lamar University.
Texas Tech University System
Rachel McLelland of Lubbock received a Bachelor of Arts in anthropology and a Bachelor of Science in general studies from Texas Tech University (TTU). She is pursuing a Doctor of Medicine from TTU Health Sciences Center.
Texas Woman’s University
Jenna Crocker of Decatur received a Bachelor of Science in child development from Texas Woman’s University (TWU). She is pursuing a Master of Education in school counseling from TWU.
University of North Texas System
Ronald Makumbi of Fort Worth received a Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering from the University of Texas (UT) at Arlington. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of North Texas Health Science Center Fort Worth.
University of Texas System
Jeremiah Clarke of San Antonio is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in international relations and global studies from UT Austin.
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