SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 396
WHEREAS, Stephen F. Austin State University is holding an
investiture ceremony for its 11th president, Dr. Neal Weaver, on
May 1, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Weaver was selected for this distinguished
position by The University of Texas System Board of Regents in
March 2024, following a rigorous search process and a unanimous
vote to appoint him; he began his tenure as president on May 13,
2024; and
WHEREAS, During the first year of his presidency,
Dr. Weaver has ably guided Stephen F. Austin State University in
cultivating a supportive environment for its students, faculty,
and staff; he is certain to continue to lead the institution to
new heights as the latest addition to The University of Texas
System, with a clear focus on furthering the university's
academic mission, fostering innovation, and strengthening its
ties to the East Texas community; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Weaver has brought to his position a wealth of
experience in higher education leadership; he previously served
as president of Georgia Southwestern State University and as vice
president for university advancement and innovation at Nicholls
State University, and he held various prominent roles at West
Texas A&M University and Northeastern State University; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Dr. Weaver has
demonstrated a commitment to student success, institutional
growth, and academic excellence; he has driven significant
progress in enrollment, retention, and fundraising at every
institution he has served; and
WHEREAS, Highly educated, Dr. Weaver holds a bachelor's
degree from Oklahoma Panhandle State University, a master of
business administration degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State
University, and a doctor of philosophy degree in organizational
leadership from the University of Oklahoma; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Neal Weaver has proven himself to be an
accomplished leader in higher education and an effective
advocate for students, and the Stephen F. Austin State University
community is indeed fortunate to have him at the helm of the
institution; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby congratulate Dr. Neal Weaver on his
investiture as president of Stephen F. Austin State University
and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success with
his important work; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for Dr. Weaver as an expression of high regard from the
Texas Senate.
Campbell
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 14, 2025.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate