Harrison Keller, the commissioner of higher education in Texas, was “thrilled” when voters approved a state proposal earlier this month to establish a $3.9 billion endowment to support the state’s “emerging” research institutions.
“The proposition was a strong endorsement of the vision that the board has laid out in our state’s strategic plan for higher education,” Keller said.
The initiative, Building a Talent-Strong Texas, is focused on supporting academic research and innovation, increasing degree attainment, and keeping graduates working in the state.
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