Administration

Chancellor

The Chancellor is the chief executive officer of the University. Elected to this position by the Board of Trustees, this officer is charged with the operation of the institution under and in accordance with policies established by the Board. More specifically, the Chancellor recommends policies and overall plans to the Board and assists in developing its decisions, makes reports and recommendations, receives recommendations and appoints or delegates appointments of faculty and other key personnel, meets with governance group leaders on a regular basis, represents the University in educational and other organizations, assists in fund raising and in representing the University to the public, and performs such other responsibilities as the Board may, from time to time, indicate.

The Director of Intercollegiate Athletics reports directly to the Chancellor. The Chancellor also designates two staff members to serve as the University’s Affirmative Action Officer and the deputy, both reporting to the Chancellor in this capacity. The Chancellor also appoints the University Sexual Harassment Officer.

President

Reporting to the Chancellor and operating within policies established by the Board of Trustees, the President is responsible for overall operations supporting and enhancing the University’s mission. The President has primary responsibility for providing executive leadership that advances the mission, vision, and values of TCU. The President shall have the necessary authority and be held responsible for the administration of the University in all of its activities and departments. The President is responsible for building productive and collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, students and the local community.

The President’s senior administrative team is the President’s Cabinet and is composed of the Vice Chancellors; Vice Provost; Director of Intercollegiate Athletics; General Counsel; the Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Board of Trustees; Chief Investment Officer; Chief Technology Officer; Chief University Compliance Officer; Chief University Strategy & Innovation Officer; Chief Inclusion Officer; and Director of Chancellor’s Programs and Executive Initiatives.

Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

As the university’s chief academic officer, the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs oversees the planning, policy, administration, assessment, development and improvement for all of TCU’s academic activities and programs. The Provost works closely with the Chancellor, deans, department chairs, faculty, Trustees and student services to provide vision and leadership to support excellence in teaching, learning and research. The Provost convenes and chairs meetings of the Provost’s Council and University Council, and meets regularly with the Faculty Senate Executive Committee.

The Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs is the senior member of the President’s Cabinet and may act for the Chancellor and/or President in their absence. The Provost has primary responsibility for all academic divisions and programs including AddRan College of Liberal Arts, Bob Schieffer College of Communication, College of Education, College of Fine Arts, College of Science & Engineering, Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences, John V. Roach Honors College, Neeley School of Business, Burnett School of Medicine, Mary Couts Burnett Library, Enrollment Management and TCU Core Curriculum.

Working with the Provost/Vice Chancellor is a Vice Provost and Associate Provosts. They oversee academic support units including: Academic Affairs Planning; Budgeting & Operations; Academic Advising; Admissions; TCU Global; William L. Adams Center for Writing; Extended Education; Institute of Behavioral Research; Institutional Effectiveness; Institutional Research; Research and Graduate Studies; Sponsored Programs; Registrar; Scholarship & Financial Aid; Student Access and Accommodation; and the William H. Koehler Center for Instruction, Innovation & Engagement.

Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration

The Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration has responsibility for accounting, accounts payable, budget and financial planning, capital planning, contract administration, endowment and treasury management, environmental health and safety, facilities, financial reporting, financial systems, insurance and risk management, internal audit, oil and gas minerals asset management, student financial services, tax services, and University real estate and lands. TCU Facilities provides campus planning, design and construction, buildings, grounds and utilities operations and maintenance; custodial, moving, mailing and postal services, and associated business operations and management.

The Associate Vice Chancellor and Controller, the Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities and Campus Planning, the Senior Assistant Vice Chancellor for Finance, the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Internal Audit, and the Director for Insurance and Risk Management serve as senior staff to the Vice Chancellor.

Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer

The Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer is responsible for leading the division charged with managing:

Employee Benefits programs (insurance and other ancillary programs),
Employee Compensation,
Labor and Employment Law Compliance
Employment Policy Management
Employee Success and Performance,
Talent management including Recruitment and On/Offboarding Employees,
Retirement Planning and Post-Retirement Programs,
Employee Leave Programs,
Employee Disability Accommodations,
Annual on-line Compliance Training Program,
Employee Engagement, Professional and Organizational Development,
Official Employment Record Management
Time worked (Frog Time) including timekeeping,
Payroll including deductions and withholding, and
Coordination of Employee Wellness programs.

Reporting to the President, the Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer is a member of the President’s Cabinet. The Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer along with the human resources leadership team work closely with the University’s leadership to address the University’s current and strategic human resources needs.

With our mission, “To Serve as Champions for Employee Success,” the Human Resources team actively works to ensure University community members fully understand the scope and value of their TCU experience. TCU offers generous benefits to employees in full-time equivalent (FTE) positions, which represented as 1.0 for 40+ regular hours. Employees in (.75 FTE+) positions are eligible for University benefits including health,, dental and vision insurance plans; flexible spending accounts; basic and supplemental life insurance; several voluntary benefits for accident coverage; tuition assistance; and generous leave plans. In addition, the University offers complimentary and discounted opportunities at a variety of campus venues including Mary Couts Burnett Library, the University Recreation Center, and Fine Arts and TCU Athletic events. Human Resources hosts an annual Employee Benefits and Health Fair that includes a variety of health-screening programs and the annual flu shot clinic. Human Resources offers a comprehensive menu of training opportunities for individuals and departments.

Vice Chancellor for Marketing and Communication

This officer reports to the President and sits on the President’s Cabinet as the chief marketing and communication strategist, and oversees:

The development of integrated, strategic marketing and communication plans and activities for the university that serve to advance the institution in its entirety, build the institution’s reputation, brand and visibility, recruit students and build connections with donors;
The development and advancement of TCU’s brand among internal and external audiences;
Crises and other sensitive issues as well as emergency strategies in conjunction with other administrators and staff.

This officer also supports the development of communication and marketing materials for peer reputation; student recruiting and fundraising; is responsible for coordinating various community and city- related projects; and oversees internal communication. This officer has oversight of the offices of Advancement Communications, Community Projects, Conference Services, Editorial Services, Graphic Design, Office of Communications, University Marketing, University Operators, Website Management, and partnerships with Marketing & Communication staff in various schools, colleges and departments.

Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs at TCU provides student programs and services that support student success and enhance the collegiate experience. TCU offers a rich learning environment, and through a variety of experiences, students engage in an intensive process of intellectual, personal, moral and social development. The division holds a special, but not exclusive, responsibility to assure that the co-curricular learning experiences of students are of high quality, are directed to the development of students, and meet both institutional and individual student needs.

The Division of Student Affairs provides services central to a quality student career, including residential services, health services, leadership and recreation services, career services, dining services, parking services and public safety.

The following units and departments comprise the Division of Student Affairs, which is under the leadership of the vice chancellor for student affairs:

Business & Operations (Facilities, ID Center, Quality Enhancement, Student Affairs Marketing, Campus Store, Food Service)
Campus Life & Wellness (Counseling and Mental Health, Brown-Lupton Health Center, International Services, University Recreation Center)
Dean of Students (Educational Discipline, Resolving Student Concerns, Crisis Response, Code of Student Conduct, Student Handbook)
Leadership & Student Involvement (First Year Experience, Leadership & Experiential Learning, Service Learning, Student Involvement & Traditions, University Unions, Student Activities, Student Organizations, Student Identity and Engagement, New Student & Family Programs)
Public Safety (Police, Emergency Management, Clery Reporting, Parking & Transportation)
Residential Experience (Housing and Residence Life, Fraternity and Sorority Life);
Religious and Spiritual Life (Religious Groups and Communities, Religious Advocacy and Education, Worship, Prayer, Spiritual Health and Wellness, Pastoral & Spiritual Care, Crisis Support, Robert Carr Chapel Management);
Student Success (Student Success, Veteran Services)
University Career Services (Job & Internship Search Assistance, Career Development Programs, Employment Preparation, Graduate School Application Process)

Vice Chancellor for University Advancement

This officer oversees advancement activities including all fund raising and alumni relations programs. Working with trustees and other volunteer leaders, University Advancement implements programs designed to secure charitable gifts for TCU in support of its mission and goals. Activities include attracting the involvement and support of alumni, parents of current and former students, foundations, corporations, and other friends . Clearance from this office must be obtained before any proposal is made to off-campus individuals and organizations (except federal and other governmental bodies) for philanthropic support of TCU programs, departments, or projects.

University Advancement consists of five departments: 1) Development, 2) Athletic Development, 3) Donor Relations, 4) Alumni Relations, and 5) Advancement Operations. Following is a brief description of each of these departments.

Office of University Development – Responsible for the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of donors in support of University priorities. Organized into seven units according to constituencies and/or programs. The following is a brief description of each unit within Development.

Loyalty Giving – Secures a high volume of regular gifts from all constituencies through personalized outreach via multiple channels, such as direct mail and email, and campaigns, such as the annual TCU Gives Day and frequent crowdfunding projects. Collaborates closely with the TCU Frog Club in athletics.
School and College Development – Secures major gifts ($100,000 and above) in direct support of TCU’s primary academic units including the Mary Couts Burnett Library. Works closely with the deans and other academic leaders to develop and implement fund-raising strategies and plans for projects, programs, centers and other initiatives. Helps deans manage the volunteer Boards of Visitors and strategic fundraising events.
Major Gifts – Secures major gifts ($100,000 and above) in support of University priorities. Collaborates closely with other units and divisions to ensure broad coverage of donors and prospective donors throughout the country.
Corporate and Foundation Relations – Secures philanthropic support from corporations, corporate foundations, and private Works closely with deans and other development officers to develop fund-raising strategies for academic departments, schools and colleges, athletics, and for University-wide projects. Coordinates with the TCU Office of Sponsored Programs to properly classify gifts and grants and manage strategic partnerships.
Parent Giving – Secures major gifts ($100,000 and above) from non-alumni parents in support of University priorities. Collaborates broadly to maximize parent coverage and solicitations across the country to increase the impact of parent support.
Gift Planning – Designs and implements a program for generating philanthropic support through wills and bequests, trusts, gift annuities, insurance and other forms of deferred and/or non-cash gifts. Works closely with development officers to assist donors and their advisors in the process of gift and legacy planning. Promotes the Britain Society, which recognizes individuals who have provided for TCU in their estate plans.
Prospect Development – Designs and implements processes to identify and research current and prospective donors, including individuals and organizations, with a focus on those with the capacity and inclination to make major and principal gifts ($100,000 and above). Collaborates with development staff to formulate fundraising strategies for the University’s top donors. Coordinates the relationship management process and makes recommendations to positively influence fundraiser and campaign success.

Supports an information-driven decision philosophy by identifying fundraising trends through statistical analysis of internal and external data.

Office of Athletic Development raises funds for programs and projects in athletics, including facilities. Gifts to athletics are secured through the TCU Frog Club and Block T Association. The Associate Vice Chancellor for Athletic Giving/Associate Athletics Director reports dually to the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement and the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.

Office of Donor Relations is responsible for the recognition and stewardship of TCU’s donors. Donor Relations plans and executes a comprehensive stewardship strategy, including activities and reports designed to strengthen relationships between TCU and its donors and volunteers. Manages the Clark Society donor recognition program and supports the Clark Society Board.

Office of Alumni Relations actively engages TCU alumni, parents and friends by serving as a valuable resource and connection to TCU. Over 285 events, focused on life-stage and interest programming are held annually nationwide. Alumni Relations organizes and promotes activities to inform and involve alumni.

Office of Advancement Operations provides support for the University’s fund-raising and constituent engagement programs. Advancement Operations is responsible for the administration of all aspects of TCU’s gift processing, and related receipting. It also has the responsibility for entering and maintaining data in the division’s constituent relationship management (CRM) system known as Addie, and for fundraising reporting and data analytics that use this data.

Director of Intercollegiate Athletics

The Director of Intercollegiate Athletics is responsible for planning and directing the intercollegiate athletics programs for Texas Christian University; to ensure compliance with all rules and regulations associated with intercollegiate athletics from both internal and conference sources; to recruit, hire, and supervise exemplary staff; to prepare and successfully administer the departmental budget; to promote campus, community, and regional support for the athletic program; and to participate in development opportunities, as requested. The Director of Intercollegiate Athletics reports directly to the Chancellor and serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet.

General Counsel

The General Counsel reports directly to the President and serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet. The General Counsel plays a critical role as a senior advisor for institutional issues and works in collaboration with essential functions of management, such as compliance, risk management, academic and student affairs, athletics and financial services. The General Counsel is looked to for legal advice and advocacy as well as judgment in pursuing the University’s mission as a higher education professional and leader. The General Counsel also cultivates and manages relationships with outside law firms that have long served the University.

Chief Investment Officer

The Chief Investment Officer (CIO) is responsible for investing the long term (endowment) and short term (reserve and working capital) assets of the University. In doing so, the CIO works with the Investment Committee of the Board of Trustees to develop the Investment Policy Statement (IPS) and asset allocation necessary. The endowment is designed to consistently achieve the payout objective, currently a real rate of return of 5% after costs. Short term assets are invested conservatively with a zero-loss tolerance while seeking positive income. The CIO provides executive leadership and manages a staff of experienced investment and operational support professionals in implementing the investment strategies. The CIO and staff conduct due diligence and maintain a network of investment manager partners in the effort to achieve or exceed performance objectives. The position is responsible for developing and maintaining valuation systems and assists in the development and review of the University’s Annual Financial Report. The CIO works closely with Development personnel to communicate endowment stewardship and elicit philanthropic support for the endowment. The CIO is a member of the President’s Cabinet.

Chief Technology Officer

This officer is responsible for establishing the strategic direction of technology for the University, providing leadership, and managing the Information Technology unit, which is responsible for all technology for the University including administrative and academic software and systems, infrastructure and communication technologies, and technology related services.

The Information Technology unit consists of seven departments:

Security – maintains the security of all TCU technology systems.
Support – provides technology support to faculty, staff and students.
Enterprise Applications – provides application development, maintenance and SaaS integrations.
Systems – administers desktop and server-based computing and data storage.
Telecommunications – administers cellular and local phone systems.
Infrastructure – maintains the physical data infrastructure and administers wired and wireless network systems.
Finance and Procurement – provides financial planning, budgeting and purchasing activities related to technology.

Chief Inclusion Officer

The Chief Inclusion Officer reports to the President and serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet. This position is responsible for strategic directions, providing leadership and vision in all aspects of diversity, inclusion, and equity. In conjunction with the Office of Admission, Human Resources and the Provost’s Office, among others, work is done to expand efforts to recruit a diverse student body and workforce; to focus on policies and practice; and to help address social justice issues.

Chief University Compliance Officer

The Chief University Compliance Officer oversees the compliance efforts of designated University compliance officers; coordinates collective activities of University compliance officers to maintain awareness, accountability, and an optimal compliance environment for the University. In collaboration with University compliance officers, this position serves as the principal contact for compliance activities including government investigations and queries, requests for consultations, and internal and external reporting; responds to alleged violations of compliance mandates by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures; develops and oversees systems for handling alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to compliance; collaborates with University compliance officers and other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing University channels or to legal counsel, if appropriate, for investigation and resolution; ensures proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required. This position reports to the President and serves as a member of the President's Cabinet.

Chief University Strategy & Innovation Officer

Added in July 2024, the Chief University Strategy & Innovation Officer provides strategic and operational guidance, focusing on expanding TCU’s culture of innovation and academic excellence. This position collaborates closely with academic and administrative leaders to identify and develop strategic initiatives, partnerships and technologies to enhance the university’s academic excellence, research capabilities and societal impact in Fort Worth and beyond. This position reports to the President and serves as a member of the President's Cabinet.

Chief of Staff and Secretary to the Board of Trustees

The Chief of Staff coordinates meetings and agenda items for the President’s Cabinet, oversees operations of the Office of the Chancellor and President and staff, and helps facilitate resolution of issues for students, faculty and staff as well as external audiences. This position supervises the Minor House and Events Coordinator as well as multiple support staff.

Elected to serve the Board of Trustees as its Secretary, the Chief of Staff is the Chancellor and President’s liaison with Board leadership as well as with trustees. This position oversees the production and review of all Board documents as well as coordination of meetings and retreats. The Secretary of the Board maintains the official record of Board and standing committee meetings and coordinates the onboarding process for new Trustees. In addition, the Secretary of the Board implements components of the By- Laws of the Board of Trustees and facilitates annual reviews of the Trustee Expectations Commitment Form, Conflict of Interest and Code of Conduct processes.

Director of Chancellor's Programs and Executive Initiatives

This position reports to the Chief of Staff and is a member of the President’s Cabinet. The Coordinator of Chancellor’s Programs and Executive Initiatives manages the Chancellor’s Scholars program, mentorship programs, and other programs as assigned. The Coordinator supervises graduate assistants serving in the Chancellor’s office. This position serves as the liaison with the Office of Admission and tracks incoming students referred to the Chancellor’s Office. The Coordinator of the Chancellor’s Programs and Executive Initiatives monitors government affairs and serves as the TCU government affairs officer. In this role, the Coordinator of Chancellor’s Programs and Executive Initiatives helps to ensure that TCU is prominent among industry leaders helping to shape the policies and regulations that impact the future of higher education.