Posted on September 1, 2025 by Graduate School
Dear Graduate Students,
It is with great enthusiasm that I join this vibrant academic community as the new Vice Provost of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies and Dean of the Graduate School. I am honored to step into this role and to work alongside you in fostering an environment that supports rigorous scholarship, innovative research, professional development and excellence.
Graduate education plays a critical role in shaping the future—through discovery, leadership and the advancement of knowledge across disciplines.
I am committed to ensuring that every graduate student here is empowered to thrive academically, professionally and personally. Together, we will strengthen existing programs, explore new opportunities and continue building a supportive and intellectually rich environment.
Whether you are just beginning your graduate journey or are nearing completion, know that the Graduate School is here to support you every step of the way. I look forward to meeting many of you in the coming weeks, hearing your ideas and working collaboratively to elevate our graduate community.
Here’s to an exciting new chapter for all of us. Birds up!
Warm regards,
Heather Trepal, PhD
Vice Provost of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies and Dean of the Graduate School
UT San Antonio
— Graduate School
