Presidential Communications
Recent Messages and Statements
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth - September 20, 2021
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Invitation for Feedback on the University’s Response to COVID-19 - September 10, 2021
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth (20th anniversary of 9/11) - September 7, 2021
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Texas State Announces Vaccine Recognition and Incentive Program - September 3, 2021
For statements regarding the university's response to the pandemic, visit Latest COVID-19 Updates and Statements
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From the Hill Newsletter
Twice a month, President Trauth shares an email newsletter with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of the university, featuring updates about the achievements of our Bobcat community, events on our campuses, and other Texas State news. View past editions of From the Hill or sign up to receive the From the Hill emails.
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Speeches & Presentations
President Trauth provides remarks at many events throughout the year on the Texas State campuses and at community, state, and international events. View select speeches and presentations
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President's Corner in TXST Connections
Messages from President Trauth that appear in select editions of the internal e-newsletter, TXST Connections
- Commitment to Transparency and Open Lines of Communication: January 22, 2021 edition of TXST Connections
- President Trauth’s Message on the Election: November 3, 2020 edition of TXST Connections
- Returning to Campuses Safely: September 4, 2020 edition of TXST Connections
- Bobcat Care Funding: April 28, 2020 edition of TXST Connections
- Bobcats, you can do this! March 30, 2020 edition of TXST Connections
- Enhanced Safety and Security measures: January 24, 2020 edition of TXST Connections
- A message regarding the elevation of the Chief Diversity Officer position: December 6, 2019 edition of TXST Connections
- Texas State University Proudly Celebrates Our First-Generation Students: November 8, 2019 edition of TXST Connections
- DACA Task Force to review student services and resources: A message on the upcoming DACA Supreme Court hearings and the work of the university’s task force from the October 25, 2019 edition of TXST Connections
- Being a Bobcat: Joint Statement with Student Body President that appeared in the August 29, 2019 edition of TXST Connections
- Legislative Session Recap: June 7, 2019 edition of TXST Connections
- Student Organizations’ First Amendment Rights: A message about first amendment rights from the April 12, 2019 edition of TXST Connections
- Inclusivity at Texas State: President Trauth reflects on inclusivity and shares updates on inclusion initiatives in the February 8, 2019 TXST Connections
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President's Cabinet Meeting Minutes
Review the President's Cabinet Meeting Minutes
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Holiday Greetings
Each December, President Trauth shares a special holiday video with members of the Bobcat family.
- Jingle Bell Rock (December 2020)
- One of a Kind (December 2019)
- Gift from the Heart (December 2018)
Visit the Holiday Greetings Archive for more.
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Archived Messages and Statements
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth (Fall 2021 message to Students) - August 23, 2021
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A Message from President Denise Trauth (Retirement) - August 20, 2021
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President Trauth’s Convocation Address (VIDEO) - August 20, 2021
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Virtual Town Hall for Faculty and Staff - August 17, 2021
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Grants available for students – Application opens on August 23 - August 16, 2021
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A Message from President Denise Trauth (COVID-19 Update) - August 10, 2021
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A Message from President Denise Trauth (Director of Athletics) - August 4, 2021
- A Message from President Denise M. Trauth (Salary increases) - June 30, 2021
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2021 Presidential Awards Recipients - June 7, 2021
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Grants available for students – Application opens on June 1 - May 26, 2021
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Employees returning to pre-pandemic work arrangements June 1 - May 26, 2021
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Board of Regents Approved Naming Task Force Recommendations- May 25, 2021
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Response to Governor’s Executive Order GA 36 on Face Coverings - May 19, 2021
- A Message from President Denise M. Trauth - April 29, 2021
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Summary of Updates Shared during the April 20, 2021, Town Hall - April 21, 2021
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth (Verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin) - April 20, 2021
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Virtual Town Hall for Texas State University Students, Faculty, and Staff - April 20, 2021
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth (Trial of Derek Chauvin) - April 19, 2021
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth (Town Hall on April 20) - April 7, 2021
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth (SACSCOC Accreditation) - April 1, 2021
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth - March 18, 2021
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Response to Executive Order GA 34 - March 3, 2021
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Gratitude from Bobcat Families and Parents - February 25, 2021
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Update on Texas State University Classes and Operations - February 19, 2021
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Updates from Texas State University - February 18, 2021
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Texas State University Dining Halls Open to Students with ID - February 18, 2021
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Message Sent Today to Families of Students in San Marcos and in Texas State University Residence Halls - February 17, 2021
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A Thank You Message from President Denise M. Trauth - February 17, 2021
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Grants Available for Students from Bobcat Cares - February 9, 2021
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Virtual Town Hall for Texas State University Faculty, Staff and Students - February 2, 2021
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth - February 1, 2021
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Virtual Town Hall for Texas State University Faculty and Staff - January 15, 2021
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth - January 11, 2021
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth - December 9, 2020
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Vice President for Student Affairs - December 1, 2020
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A Message from President Denise M. Trauth - November 25, 2020
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Updates for Fall and Spring – Recap of Town Hall - November 23, 2020
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Election Day - November 2, 2020
- Fall Commencement Ceremonies - October 26, 2020
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Congratulations Texas State Quarterly Team Award Winners - October 16, 2020
- Early Voting Begins Today at Performing Arts Center on the San Marcos Campus - October 13, 2020
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) Training Task Force - October 9, 2020
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Texas State University 2017-2023 University Plan Revisions - August 26, 2020
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TSUS Regents Award Winners – 2020 - August 21, 2020
- Annual LBJ Picnic, a Texas State Tradition - August 14, 2020
- Fall 2020 Update from President Trauth - July 24, 2020
- Restorative Justice: Story Telling, Healing, and Transformation - July 16, 2020
- Texas State to extend online classes through second summer session - July 2, 2020
- Transition of diversity, equity, and inclusion - June 25, 2020
- Supreme Court Votes to Allow DACA Program to Continue - June 18, 2020
- U. S. Supreme Court Decision to Prohibit Employment Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity - June 15, 2020
- A Day of Reflection and Solitary - June 9, 2020
- Black Lives Matter - June 3, 2020
- George Floyd - May 29, 2020
- LGBTQIA+ Advisory and Resource Network - May 28, 2020
- VIDEO: We're Proud of you, Bobcats! - May 14, 2020
- President Trauth Holds Virtual University Update for Faculty and Staff - April 30, 2020
- Update on Enhancements to Texas State’s Clery Act Compliance Program - April 29, 2020
- Texas State University provides $30 million in assistance to Texas students - April 23, 2020
- VIDEO: One Voice - April 8, 2020
- Cancellations and Restrictions on International Travel - March 6, 2020
- Coronavirus (COVID19) University Update: - March 2, 2020
- Establishing a Resource Center to Support our DACA Students: - February 17, 2020
- Texas State University Safety and Security Initiatives - January 21, 2020
- Working Together to Keep Our Campuses Safe - November 22, 2019
- A Message Regarding the U.S. Department of Education’s Program Review - November 7, 2019
- Welcome to the 2019 fall semester! - August 27, 2019
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