It is a privilege to have been named as the fourth President of Angelo State University. My commitment is to build on the great traditions of this fine institution, while preparing our graduates to excel in the emerging dynamic, diverse and challenging global society.
Here you will engage with outstanding faculty, educated at the finest graduate schools in the nation, who selected ASU because of their genuine love for teaching. We offer a modern campus which is an ideal and safe setting in which to pursue your educational goals. Our undergraduate curriculum, with 38 academic programs and nearly 100 majors, prepares students for personal and professional success. Many of our students continue their education in one of ASU's 21 graduate programs or at the leading professional schools in the nation.
Our commitment to our students extends well beyond the classroom. We take great pride in keeping our tuition and fees at one of the more affordable rates in Texas. Our residence halls provide exceptional facilities and special programs which enhance the overall undergraduate experience. Numerous student clubs and organizations, as well as outstanding Division II intercollegiate athletics, create a lively and engaging campus environment.
This tradition of excellence must also look to the future. An education at ASU should embrace an expectation of leadership within regional, state, national and even international settings. We must be open to emerging concepts-whether alternative energy research in West Texas or the challenges of the global marketplace - even as we cherish the traditions of the past.
Together we have an exceptional opportunity to make a difference. I hope that you will join us at ASU and ensure your place in that journey.
Joseph C. Rallo
President