NASHVILLE, TN – August 16, 2024 – Governor Bill Lee has announced the appointment of five new members to the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC). These individuals attended their first quarterly commission meeting on August 15, 2024.
The new commissioners are expected to bring extensive experience and knowledge to the THEC, supporting its mission to increase the number of Tennesseans with a postsecondary credential and to create a cohesive higher education system within the state.
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The newly appointed members are:
– Gadson William Perry, West Tennessee
– John Rader, Middle Tennessee
– Matt Van Epps, Middle Tennessee
– Mike Ragsdale, East Tennessee
– Charles Wood, East Tennessee
“We are thrilled to welcome these five outstanding individuals to the Tennessee Higher Education Commission,” said Dr. Steven Gentile, Executive Director of THEC. “Their diverse backgrounds and shared commitment to improving educational access and outcomes will be instrumental as we continue to advance our goal of strengthening the value of higher education and increasing postsecondary attainment across the state.”
The new commissioners will assist in guiding the agency to develop policies and initiatives that support students, Tennesseans, and the Tennessee higher education system.
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission was established in 1967 by the Tennessee General Assembly. The Commission is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating postsecondary education policies and programs in Tennessee, as well as coordinating the state’s systems of higher education, with a focus on increasing the number of Tennesseans with a postsecondary credential.
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