"Mark Welsh Appointed Permanent President of Texas A&M"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Texas Tribune
Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp will recommend Mark Welsh III, the interim President at Texas A&M University, as the sole finalist for the permanent position. The Board of Regents is expected to officially name Welsh the sole finalist after a 21-day waiting period. Faculty members have expressed concerns about the lack of faculty involvement in the decision-making process and the university's ability to attract top external talent. Welsh has been praised for his leadership and efforts to involve faculty, students, and staff in decision-making.