A&M Texarkana Continued Expansion and Growth Necessitates Addition of the College of Rehabilitation and Wellness

Texarkana, Texas­­­- With the University's continued growth and the addition of new academic programs, Texas A&M University Texarkana has announced that its academic structure will change from the current four academic colleges to five, with the creation of the College of Rehabilitation and Wellness. The current College of Nursing, Health, and Human Services will be split into two new colleges, the renamed College of Nursing and Healthcare Professions and the new College of Rehabilitation and Wellness.

The College of Nursing and Healthcare Professions will contain academic programs in Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Health Sciences, and Healthcare Administration, as well as future healthcare related programs like Medical Laboratory Sciences.

The new College of Rehabilitation and Wellness will include Kinesiology, Social Work, Counseling, and Physical Therapy, along with future academic programs such as Athletic Training, Occupational Therapy, and Speech and Language Pathology.

"As we continue to expand our academic offerings, this restructuring allows us to provide more focused support for our emerging programs," said Dr. Jim Worthen, Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs. "The College of Rehabilitation and Wellness represents an important step in positioning our university to meet the evolving needs of students, employers, and the healthcare workforce. It is yet another example of the growth and ascendency of Texas A&M University Texarkana."

"The establishment of the College of Rehabilitation and Wellness represents an exciting and transformative milestone in the continued evolution of Texas A&M University Texarkana," said A&M Texarkana President Dr. Ross Alexander. "Fueled by unprecedented enrollment growth, increasing student interest, and the rapid expansion of our healthcare-related academic programs, this new standalone college reflects both the remarkable momentum of our university and our bold vision for the future. By bringing together innovative programs focused on rehabilitation, health, and wellness, we are positioning A&M Texarkana to become a regional leader in preparing highly skilled healthcare professionals, addressing critical workforce shortages, and improving the quality of life in the communities we serve. This is another important step in our commitment to building a comprehensive, innovative, and workforce-responsive university."

The University will immediately launch a search for the inaugural Dean of the College of Rehabilitation and Wellness.

Through its five academic colleges, Texas A&M University Texarkana offers more than 50 degrees at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, many of which can be completed 100% online. For additional information please visit https://www.tamut.edu.