State Senator Brandon Creighton Poised to Lead Texas Tech University System

State Senator Brandon Creighton, a Republican from Conroe, is anticipated to be named the sole finalist for the position of Chancellor of the Texas Tech University System. This announcement follows an extensive search process initiated after current Chancellor Dr. Tedd Mitchell announced his retirement plans in July. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

Cody Campbell, Chairman of the TTU System Board of Regents, expressed confidence in Creighton's leadership abilities. He highlighted Creighton's deep understanding of higher education and his alignment with the values and vision of the Texas Tech community. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

Dustin Womble, Vice Chairman of the Board, echoed these sentiments, expressing eagerness to collaborate with Creighton to build upon the successes achieved under Chancellor Mitchell's leadership. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows, a Lubbock Republican and Texas Tech alumnus, congratulated Creighton, emphasizing his leadership and expertise in higher education matters. Burrows assured the Texas Tech community that Creighton's values and commitment to excellence reflect the spirit of the university. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

The Board of Regents recently convened a special meeting to discuss the chancellor position. While a specific timeline for naming the sole finalist has not been announced, the board's next regularly scheduled meeting is in November. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

In a statement to the press, Creighton expressed his honor at being considered for the role, highlighting the Texas Tech University System's potential in shaping the future of higher education. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

Brandon Creighton is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and holds a law degree from Oklahoma City University. He has served as the senator for Texas's 4th District since 2014 and currently chairs the Senate Education K-16 Committee. During his tenure, Creighton has been instrumental in passing significant legislation affecting higher education, including bills related to school choice, teacher pay, and the restructuring of faculty governance at universities. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

Dr. Tedd Mitchell, the current chancellor, announced his decision to retire after 15 years of service in various leadership roles within the Texas Tech University System and Texas Tech Health Sciences Center. Mitchell cited a desire to spend more time with his family as the primary reason for his departure. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

The Texas Tech University System, established in 1923, has grown into a comprehensive higher-education system comprising five universities: Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Angelo State University, and Midwestern State University. Collectively, these institutions serve over 60,000 students. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

The chancellor serves as the CEO of the system, working alongside the Board of Regents and university presidents to achieve the system's goals. The Board of Regents consists of nine members appointed by the Texas governor, each serving staggered six-year terms, along with a student regent appointed for a one-year term. ([texastribune.org](https://www.texastribune.org/2025/08/31/texas-tech-university-brandon-creighton-chancellor/?utm_source=openai))

 

As the Texas Tech community awaits the official announcement, there is a sense of anticipation regarding the future direction of the university system under Creighton's prospective leadership.