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Texas Statutes (Last Updated: January 4, 2014) |
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EDUCATION CODE |
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Title 3. HIGHER EDUCATION |
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Subtitle D. THE TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
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Chapter 85. ADMINISTRATION OF THE TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM |
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Subchapter B. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS |
Sec. 85.17. SYSTEM CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICE; EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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(a) The central administration office of the university system shall provide oversight and coordination of the activities of each component institution within the system.
(b) The board shall appoint a chief executive officer of the university system and determine the chief executive officer's term of office, salary, and duties.
(c) The chief executive officer shall recommend a plan for the organization of the university system and the appointment of a chief administrative officer for each component institution, agency, and service, within the system.
(d) The chief executive officer is responsible to the board for the general management and success of the university system, and the board may delegate authority, establish guidelines, and cooperate with the executive officer to carry out that responsibility. The chief executive officer may delegate his authority if approved by the board.
(e) In addition to other powers and duties provided by this code or other law, the central administration office of the system shall recommend necessary policies and rules to the governing board of the system to ensure conformity with all laws and rules and to provide uniformity in data collection and financial reporting procedures.