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The mission of The University of Texas System is to provide high-quality educational opportunities for the enhancement of the human resources of Texas, the nation, and the world through intellectual and personal growth.
Established by the Texas Constitution in 1876, The University of Texas System consists of nine academic universities and six health institutions.
The System administration is based in Austin, Texas. Offices are also located in Midland, Texas (University Lands/West Texas Operations) and Washington, D.C. (Federal Relations). These offices are responsible for the central management and coordination of the academic and health institutions.
The System has a special responsibility for managing the Permanent University Fund (PUF), other endowments, managing university lands, carrying out the Board of Regents' policies, collaborating with the Board of Regents on strategic planning, and serving as consultants to the institutions on issues ranging from academic programs to fund raising.
In addition, the System provides a wide range of centralized, cost-effective, and value-added services on behalf of the UT institutions and the public.
The Board of Regents is the governing body for The University of Texas System. It is composed of nine members who are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. Terms are of six years each and staggered, with the terms of three members expiring on February 1 of odd-numbered years.
The Chancellor is the chief executive officer of the UT System. The Chancellor reports to and is responsible to the Board of Regents. The Chancellor has direct line responsibility for all aspects of the UT System's operations.
The Chancellor is assisted by the UT System Executive Officers.
