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State Sen. Brandon Creighton has been named the sole finalist for the Texas Tech University System chancellor position.

Creighton will replace outgoing Chancellor Dr. Tedd L. Mitchell, who is retiring after serving since 2018.

As a state lawmaker, Creighton has played a significant role in shaping Texas higher education policy.

He will officially assume the role following a state-mandated 21-day notice period.

The Texas Tech System Board of regents voted unanimously to name State Sen. Brandon Creighton , R-Conroe, as the sole finalist for the TTU System chancellor and chief executive officer position Thursday during a special-called Board of Regent’s meeting.

The veteran state lawmaker who has played a major role in shaping higher education policy in recent year

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