Pranesh Aswath, an Indian American, takes on the role of provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at Texas State University (TXST). With 33 years of academic and administrative experience at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), Aswath served in various capacities, including vice provost and interim provost. His responsibilities at TXST involve evaluating academic structures, policies, and resource allocation, aligning efforts to meet the university’s goals, and efficiently implementing academic priorities. Aswath, recognized for his contributions, expresses enthusiasm about joining TXST and aims to enhance the academic experience through collaboration and innovation.
Aswath’s distinguished career includes honors such as the Graduate Dean’s Excellence in Doctoral Mentoring Award and the University Award for Outstanding Research Achievement. He received Fulbright travel grants for lecturing in Spain, France, and Italy, along with a Fulbright faculty fellowship at the University of Trento, Italy. His educational background comprises a diverse range, including a Bachelor of Science from St. Joseph College, Bangalore University, a Bachelor of Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science, and a Master of Science and Doctorate in Materials Science from Brown University.
