Texas A&M University President General (Ret.) Mark A. Welsh III announced his departure after serving two years, expressing gratitude for his time leading the university. The News was shared on September 19, 2025, and marks a significant transition for the institution.
- Mark A. Welsh III resigns as President
- Gratitude expressed to university leadership and staff
- Appreciation for students and their values
- Reflects on university’s tradition, legacy, and community
- Emphasizes living by core values and honor code
Welsh thanked Chancellor John Sharp, Chancellor Glenn Hegar, and the Board of Regents for trusting him with the role. He praised university leaders, faculty, staff, coaches, and students for their dedication. Welsh highlighted how students embody core values, honor, and the spirit of the 12th Man, which he calls a vital part of the Aggie Network. He reflected on how Texas A&M shaped his family and inspired him, calling it a “shining city on a hill.” Welsh emphasized that his time at the university has been a remarkable gift and expressed his deep connection to the institution.
- Welsh served as President for two years, describing it as an incredible privilege.
- He thanked university leaders, faculty, staff, and students for their contributions.
- He emphasized the importance of core values, honor, and the 12th Man in campus life.
- Welsh expressed his personal connection and inspiration from Texas A&M’s community and legacy.
This transition signals a new chapter for Texas A&M, with Welsh’s leadership remembered for fostering community and values. The university continues to be a place that shapes future generations and upholds its proud traditions.
