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Pranesh Ashwath named VP of academic affairs at Texas State University
Aswath joins TXST following a 33-year tenure at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA)
Pranesh Aswath / Texas State University
Pranesh Aswath, an Indian American, has been appointed provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at Texas State University (TXST). In his role, Aswath will be responsible for evaluating academic structures, resource allocation, policies, and procedures.
Aswath joins TXST following a 33-year academic and administrative tenure at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). For the past eight years, he has served as vice provost for academic planning and policy at UTA, in addition to serving as provost ad interim, VP for academic affairs, senior provost for academic planning and policy, and provost ad interim.
At TXST, Aswath’s focus will be to ensure that the collective efforts of faculty, staff, and administrators are in harmony with the university's goals. Additionally, he will work towards the efficient implementation of academic priorities to further the university's objectives, the University said in a statement.
“I am delighted and honored to join the Bobcat family. I look forward to collaborating and building meaningful relationships with the dedicated faculty, staff, and students at TXST to enhance the academic experience and empower them to reach their highest potential,” Aswath said. “Working together, we will foster an environment that encourages and values innovation, inclusiveness, and excellence. I am committed to contributing my best efforts to advance the university’s mission and vision.”
Aswath has earned notable honors, including the Graduate Dean's 2013 Excellence in Doctoral Mentoring Award and the University Award for Outstanding Research Achievement or Creative Activity. He has also received Fulbright travel grants for lecturing at esteemed institutions in Spain, France, and Italy, as well as a Fulbright faculty fellowship at the University of Trento, Italy.
Aswath earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from St. Joseph College, Bangalore University. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Metallurgy from the Indian Institute of Science, as well as a Master of Science and a Doctorate in Materials Science from Brown University.
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