Greetings from President Damphousse

Every success story begins with an opportunity. Every opportunity holds the potential to change someone’s life for the better.

For our students, Texas State University is where those opportunities are found and where their own success stories begin to take shape.  

That’s been our mission for more than 127 years, and it continues to chart our course today.  

Since 2022, TXST has been the fastest-growing university in Texas, reaching more students than ever through our campuses in San Marcos and Round Rock, our innovative online programs, and our key partnerships with community colleges across the state.

The world is taking notice. With our move to the Pac-12 Conference and our continued progress to achieving Carnegie R1 research status, TXST is expanding our national impact and profile while remaining true to our commitment to always put students first.  

Texas' future will be shaped by the people we educate, the discoveries we make, and the communities we serve. TXST is proud to help lead that future.

I invite you to discover what makes TXST such an extraordinary place and why there has never been a more exciting time to be a Bobcat. 

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Speeches & Reports

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TXST's Strategic Vision

Hopes & Aspirations High reminds us of our noble, higher calling to keep students at the heart of all we do.

State of Texas State

Watch President Kelly Damphousse’s annual address, listen in on a student panel, and watch the new brand campaign and anthem video, among other announcements and student performances.

The Current Podcast

Each month, Texas State University President Dr. Kelly Damphousse sits down with faculty members, staff, students, alumni, and community members for a conversation about all things TXST — the past, the present, and the bright future of the university.

Follow President Damphousse on Social Media

From on-campus student events to off-campus alumni engagement, Dr. Damphousse (aka KDamp) uses social media to engage with Bobcats near and far.

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