VICTORIA, Texas – Victoria Mayor Duane Crocker has released a statement expressing support for a Texas Senate bill that seeks to transfer the University of Houston-Victoria to the Texas A&M University System.
In the statement, Mayor Crocker highlights that Victoria would become the 12th higher education institution within the Texas A&M System. He also emphasizes how the transition would benefit students by providing “increased access to the resources and support to thrive for decades to come.”
Mayor Crocker encourages Victorians “to come together and rally behind our university showing our support for its future.”
The full letter can be read below.
The University of Houston system released the following statement:
“The University of Houston System has always been deeply committed to the success of our students and the communities we serve through our four universities. With the proposed transfer of the University of Houston-Victoria to the Texas A&M University System, we recognize that the academic programs offered by the TAMU System, specifically in the areas of agribusiness and agricultural economics, may be better aligned to support the Victoria region’s economic growth and local workforce needs.
As this process moves forward, we will continue to work closely with Senator Kolkhorst, state leaders, and Texas A&M University System leadership to ensure that UHV thrives and continues to serve its students and community effectively. Our priority remains what is best for our students and the state of Texas.”
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