Jerome H. Supple, 1989-1990

Series

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Materials include planning documents, invitations, programs, and a transcript of the proceedings.

Dates

1989-1990

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

Jerome H. Supple was the university's eighth president, serving 1989-2002. Supple was inaugurated February 28, 1990.

Supple’s main goal was the enhancement of Texas State’s quality and prestige, which he accomplished with the addition of the first Ph.D. programs, higher admission standards, improved student retention, and dramatic increases in external grants and private giving. He implemented the purchase of the 90-acre Aquarena Springs theme park property, led the university’s first major capital campaign, opened the Round Rock Higher Education Center and presided over the celebration of the university's centennial. During his tenure, several major facilities opened, including the library and student center. He also initiated a dialog regarding a name change. See Past Presidents webpage.