quote: Originally posted by: fhaiman "look at the utpa website. all 6 or 7 finalists interview with the board of regents! means nothing at this point."
quote: Originally posted by: truth4usm/AH "Do you have inside knowledge that others don't have?"
No insider knowledge here, but I'd be shocked if Hudson is tapped to head UT-PA. Five of the seven final candidates are of Hispanic heritage, and most of them have, arguably, more impressive vitas than TH. The UT regents, according to the "word on the street" here in Austin, will choose a Hispanic president to head the UT system's only predominantly Hispanic comprehensive university.
quote: Originally posted by: Austin Eagle " No insider knowledge here, but I'd be shocked if Hudson is tapped to head UT-PA. Five of the seven final candidates are of Hispanic heritage, and most of them have, arguably, more impressive vitas than TH. The UT regents, according to the "word on the street" here in Austin, will choose a Hispanic president to head the UT system's only predominantly Hispanic comprehensive university. AE"
While on the subject of the University of Texas-Pan American, I should mention that they're also advertising for an HR Manager. Perhaps one of you Hattiesburg residents should make Mark Dvorak aware of this opening. This might be an opportunity for Hudson and MD to join forces and offer UT-PA a package deal. Who knows, they may need a glib, experienced Risk Manager too.
quote: Originally posted by: Austin Eagle " No insider knowledge here, but I'd be shocked if Hudson is tapped to head UT-PA. Five of the seven final candidates are of Hispanic heritage, and most of them have, arguably, more impressive vitas than TH. The UT regents, according to the "word on the street" here in Austin, will choose a Hispanic president to head the UT system's only predominantly Hispanic comprehensive university. AE"
Article from June 10th on the UTPA website seems to support Austin Eagle's observations.
"The University of Texas-Pan American was ranked second in the nation in the number of bachelor’s degrees awarded to Hispanics by the Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education magazine’s annual review of the top 100 colleges for Hispanics."
"Dr. Rodolfo Arévalo, provost/vice president for Academic Affairs, said it is gratifying to know that UT Pan American is recognized as a leader in providing educational opportunities to Hispanic students."
The Board of Regents of The University of Texas System will hold a special called meeting of the board beginning at approximately 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 21.
The regents will meet to interview the finalists for the presidency of UT Pan American. The interviews will take place in executive session, but any vote will be taken in public after the interviews at approximately 6:45 p.m. Shortly following the vote, the new president, along with UT System officials, will be available to answer reporters' questions.
Reporters wishing to listen to the open session portion of the meeting may do so in person on the 9th floor of Ashbel Smith Hall, 201 W. 7th Street in Austin.
Parking for the news media will be available at the guard kiosk on Colorado Street between 7th and 6th Streets.
quote: Originally posted by: Confused soldier "From the Univ of Texas Board of Regent's site: UT System News Media Advisory
Reporters wishing to listen to the open session portion of the meeting may do so in person on the 9th floor of Ashbel Smith Hall, 201 W. 7th Street in Austin.
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Darn it! I'll be in Vermont on the 21st. Perhaps guru can send an operative to attend in my place.
quote: Originally posted by: Confused soldier "From the Univ of Texas Board of Regent's site: UT System News Media Advisory Regents to Meet in Austin on June 21 The Board of Regents of The University of Texas System will hold a special called meeting of the board beginning at approximately 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 21. The regents will meet to interview the finalists for the presidency of UT Pan American. The interviews will take place in executive session, but any vote will be taken in public after the interviews at approximately 6:45 p.m. Shortly following the vote, the new president, along with UT System officials, will be available to answer reporters' questions. Reporters wishing to listen to the open session portion of the meeting may do so in person on the 9th floor of Ashbel Smith Hall, 201 W. 7th Street in Austin. Parking for the news media will be available at the guard kiosk on Colorado Street between 7th and 6th Streets. END"
Wow...a vote taken IN PUBLIC by the Board of Regents. What an innovative concept!
Send plane ticket & I'll attend the meeting for you, AE. If I can tear myself away from 6th Street & the Drag long enough.
"I just wanna be a cosmic cowboy"..."
Invictus,
While I'm touched by your kind offer, I won't be able to spring for the air fare. But, you could certainly house sit and help yourself to my Austin music collection. The Drag is still worth your time, but sadly, 6th Street has become a combat zone, worse than Bourbon Steet. We natives avoid it at all costs.
Here's a fitting lyric for you....
"I wish I was in Austin, in the Chili Parlor Bar, drinkin' Mad Dog Margaritas, and not wonderin' where you are..." --Dublin Blues, Guy Clark