Regents Name Juan J. Castillo Interim President of TAMIU
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, TX— In action Thursday, Regents voted to name Juan J. Castillo interim president of Texas A&M International University (TAMIU). Castillo had previously been appointed acting president by Chancellor John Sharp after the death of President Pablo Arenaz Oct. 3.
A national search will be conducted for the next president of Texas A&M International University.
Castillo has served as the Vice President for Finance and Administration at TAMIU since 2008.
“Juan Castillo is an accomplished leader with extensive experience in higher education and a deep commitment to the success of our students and faculty,” Chancellor Sharp said, “His leadership will ensure that TAMIU continues to thrive during this transition period, and I have full confidence in his ability to guide the University forward.”
Castillo brings more than 30 years of management experience, having held key roles in both higher education and the corporate sector. As TAMIU’s CFO, he successfully managed the University’s financial operations, overseeing budget planning, compliance, and the development of new facilities. His leadership has been instrumental in enhancing various administrative functions and fostering collaborations within the University community.
Castillo shared his thoughts.
“I am honored by the Regents’ confidence and eager to move forward with our committed leadership team, our gifted faculty, and our dedicated students. Together, we will honor Dr. Arenaz’s legacy here and embrace the bright future to come,” Castillo said.
Before his tenure at TAMIU, Castillo held several leadership positions at Lone Star College-CyFair, where he managed business operations and auxiliary services, and worked to enhance student services and financial operations. His educational background includes a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Business Administration from The University of Texas at Austin.
About The Texas A&M University System
The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a budget of $7.3 billion. Through a statewide network of 11 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, and the Texas A&M-RELLIS campus, the Texas A&M System educates more than 157,000 students and makes more than 21 million additional educational contacts through service and outreach programs each year. System-wide, research and development expenditures exceed $1 billion and help drive the state’s economy.
About Texas A&M International University
TAMIU has been recognized as one of the nation's Top Ten-ranked Southern Colleges in Washington Monthly Magazine's 2024 College Guide "Best Bang for the Buck," ranking #5. TAMIU also earned a # 2 ranking for low net price.
Niche, a Pittsburgh-based company that annually ranks colleges, awarded TAMIU an overall grade of A-. Other Niche TAMIU rankings included being recognized as the #4 Best Value in Texas, #7, Top Public Universities in Texas, and the #11 Best College in Texas.
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