Provost and Senior Vice President

Texas Southern University is pleased to invite qualified submissions of interest and nominations of candidates to become the next Provost and Senior Vice President of this outstanding University.

Texas Southern University (TSU), a student-centered, comprehensive doctoral university, nestled in the heart of Houston’s historic Third Ward, has been a long-term power for good and social justice in Texas, the nation, and the world. A distinguished educational pioneer since 1927, Texas Southern is one of the most diverse and respected institutions in Texas and is one of only 11 HBCUs in the nation with a Carnegie Classification of R2 - High Research.

TSU seeks a Provost and Senior Vice President who will be a visible leader on campus, fostering a culture of excellence in teaching, research, student success and program innovation. Reporting directly to the President, the Provost serves as the chief academic officer of the University and is responsible for setting strategic and operational direction for the University’s academic affairs. The Provost will be a seasoned administrator with broad experience in higher education who can build upon Texas Southern University’s legacy while providing vision and leadership to fulfill the University’s mission to ensure equality, offer innovative programs that are responsive to global challenges, and transform diverse students into lifelong learners, engaged citizens, and creative leaders.

For full consideration, application materials should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for five (5) professional references, including professional relationship to the referee. References will not be contacted without the prior knowledge and approval of candidates. Application materials should be sent electronically (PDF format or Microsoft Word) to TSUProvost@agbsearch.com. All inquiries, nomination and applications will be handled in confidence. 

Materials will be accepted until the position is filled.

AGB Search is assisting Texas Southern University with this very important search. For more information contact:

Carlton E. Brown, Executive Search Consultant, AGB Search  
carlton.brown@agbsearch.com
912-247-8661

Concetta M. Stewart, Principal, AGB Search 
concetta.stewart@agbsearch.com
908-341-2178

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, including sexual harassment, age, disability, citizenship, and veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. Pursuant to University policy, this policy also prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

It is the policy of Texas Southern University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies.

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