SEEKING STUDENT APPPLICANTS! It could be you! UT System Student Regent and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) Student Representative applications are now available. The application submission deadline is November 17, 2025 for both positions.
SUBMIT APPLICATION PACKETS to Tanedra Booker, Office of UTHealth Houston Student Affairs, via email to [email protected]. Questions can be directed to Ms. Booker at 713-500-3728 or via email at the address above.
UTHealth Houston requires all applying students to have completed one semester at UTHealth Houston.
To aid the Governor in his selections for the UT System Student Regent and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board student member, the chancellor of each university system must recommend students based on applications submitted by each president on behalf of the institution’s student government organization. The Student InterCouncil (SIC) is the institutional student government organization for UTHealth Houston. The SIC will review all applications and then make final recommendations to President Colasurdo. Each UT System institution is allowed to submit up to five applicants for both student positions.
UTHealth Houston Student Applicant Timeline:
- October 6, 2025 – Call for student applications.
- November 17, 2025 – UTHealth Houston deadline for submission of student applications.
- December 1, 2025– SIC recommendation to UTHealth Houston President.
- December 5, 2025– UTHealth Houston recommendation to UT System Office.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must remain enrolled at the institution throughout the person’s term as Student Regent/THECB Rep.
- Must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student.
- Must be “in good standing,” as certified by the registrar’s office.
- Commit to fulfill all minimum time commitments for a UT Student Regent/THECB Rep during the term of service.
- Maintain a statewide perspective on higher education (as opposed to representing any single college or university).
Applications materials must be typed, include all documents to be considered complete, and should appear in the listed order in a single PDF document (document should not be locked).
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University of Texas System Student Regent
The Texas Governor appoints a non-voting student regent for each university or university system for a term not to exceed one year beginning June 1 and ending May 31 of the following calendar year. UT System eligibility and time commitments here.
Resource: To assist students applying to the UT System Student Regent and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) Student Representative positions, UT System has developed the following training modules.
Student Submission Checklist:
- UT System Application for Student Regent
- Office of the Governor Appointment Application
- Unofficial Transcript
- Resume
- Head Shot
- UTHealth Houston Acknowledgement Form
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THECB Student Representative
The Texas Governor appoints a non-voting student representative to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) for a term not to exceed one year beginning June 1 and ending May 31 of the following calendar year. THECB qualifications outlined here.
Resource: To assist students applying to the UT System Student Regent and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) Student Representative positions, UT System has developed the following training modules.
Student Submission Checklist:
- THECB Student Representative Application
- Office of the Governor Appointment Application
- Unofficial Transcript
- Resume
- Head Shot
- UTHealth Houston Acknowledgement Form
Former UT System Student Regents - UTHealth Houston Graduates
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Neelesh C. "Neel" Mutyala, M.D.
Neelesh C. "Neel" Mutyala, M.D.,
McGovern Medical School Graduate, 2023
UT System Student Regent Term: Jun 2022 - May 2023
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Brittany E. Jewell, Ph.D.
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Graduate, 2021
UT System Student Regent Term: Jun 2018 - May 2019
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Randal M. Camarillo, M.D.
McGovern Medical School Graduate, 2008
UT System Student Regent Term: Feb 2007 - May 2008
The Student InterCouncil (SIC) is the official student governance organization of UTHealth Houston, serving as the central body for student voices across all schools. As a member, you'll play a vital role in shaping the student experience, representing your peers, and collaborating directly with university leadership on key decisions.
SIC brings together passionate student leaders from each UTHealth Houston school, along with representatives from at-large and international student communities, to foster meaningful dialogue and drive positive change.
If you're looking to make an impact, develop leadership skills, and connect with a dynamic network of fellow students, SIC is your platform.
Explore more and get involved by applying below!
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SIC International Representative Application
- Applications for the 2025-2026 Term have closed, but will reopen in May 2026 for the 2026-2027 Term.
- Term Applying for: September 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026
- Deadline: Friday, August 1, 2025 11:59pm
- A resume or CV is required with submission
- You may return to complete your application where your left off at any time. Just be sure to use the same device each time.
- If you have any questions or issues completing the application, please contact Nedra Booker at [email protected].
International Student RepresentativesThree students registered as international students will serve as representatives for the international student community on the Student InterCouncil (SIC). To be eligible, applicants must be enrolled at UTHealth Houston under a valid non-immigrant visa. The SIC will verify visa status in coordination with the Office of International Affairs. -
SIC Member-at-Large Representative Application
- Applications for the 2025-2026 Term have closed, but will reopen in May 2026 for the 2026-2027 Term.
- Term Applying for: September 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026
- Deadline: Friday, August 1, 2025 11:59pm
- A resume or CV is required with submission
- You may return to complete your application where your left off at any time. Just be sure to use the same device each time.
- If you have any questions or issues completing the application, please contact Nedra Booker at [email protected]
Member-at-Large Representatives
Three students will be selected to serve as Member-at-Large representatives on the Student InterCouncil (SIC). To be eligible, applicants must be currently enrolled at UTHealth Houston and either U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or under a valid immigrant visa. Preference will be given to candidates who actively support the university’s mission of promoting equal educational opportunities.