Texas Tech University System Chancellor Dr. Tedd Mitchell to Retire

The Texas Tech University System will soon be looking for a new Chancellor. After 7 years as Chancellor to the Texas Tech University System, Dr. Tedd L. Mitchell has announced he plans to retire within the year.

Texas Tech first announced the retirement with a message from the Chancellor and a post on X.

Dr. Tedd Mitchell To Retire As Chancellor after 15 Years at Texas Tech

Dr. Tedd Mitchell was named the fifth Chancellor of the Texas Tech University System on October 25, 2018. He has been part of the Texas Tech University System for 15 years and in a letter posted online Mitchell said he believes it is time to pass the leadership baton forward

As I’ve said before, those of us who serve as leaders are only carrying a baton for the moment. Between my roles as President and Chancellor, I have served far longer in system leadership than any of my predecessors, and while carrying this baton has been a true privilege and joy, I feel it is now my time to prepare to pass the baton to someone new.

In August the Texas Tech Board of Regents will meet and Chancellor Mitchell plans to discuss his decision to retire and lay out more details.

Mitchell To Remain at Texas Tech While a Successor is Found

Mitchell isn't retiring immediately. In the letter, Mitchell explains that he will remain in his role while the Board of Regents works to name the next Chancellor and he plans to support the transition.

Mitchell says he plans to spend more time with family, including his grandkids in retirement.

You can read his full letter here.