Lee H. Smith, 1974

Series

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Inaugural materials include invitations, programs, and a proceedings program.

Dates

1974

Creator

From the Collection: Texas State University (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Open to researchers with some restrictions: audio/visual materials in collection will need to be digitized before viewing. Contact the University Archives for more information at univarchives@txstate.edu.

Biographical note

Lee H. Smith, was the university's sixth president, serving 1974-1981. Smith was inaugurated November 22, 1974. Known for his attention to detail, Smith instituted written policies and procedures where none had existed. He also created job descriptions and implemented long-range planning and analysis. He oversaw acquisition of the 78.5-acre San Marcos Baptist Academy property adjacent to campus and the move to NCAA athletics. Enrollment growth continued, reaching 15,400 by 1981.

See Past Presidents webpage.