Office of the President

President Walter V. Wendler

Dr. Walter V. Wendler has served as president of West Texas A&M University since 2016, advancing a mission-focused approach to regional public higher education. His leadership is reflected in WT 125: From the Panhandle to the World, a generational plan grounded in the values of the region, and in the University’s strategic plan, The Pioneering Spirit. New initiatives such as The Hill Institute extend WT’s efforts in civic engagement, applied research, and public service across the Panhandle and beyond.

He shares weekly essays on higher education, leadership, and regional values through his long-running Reflections series. His website features more than 800 posts, several e-books, and media appearances that highlight his views on student success, fiscal responsibility, and the mission of public universities.

WT 125: From the Panhandle to the World The Pioneering Spirit The Hill Institute Reflections from WT