Higher ed chancellor to visit TCC

Chancellor Glen D. Johnson speaks to area higher ed leaders in 2008 about goals and initiatives of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.

It's a pretty big deal when the chancellor of higher education visits your college, and that is exactly what is happening this evening. Chancellor Glen D. Johnson, of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, will speak to guests about Complete College America and the budget for the next fiscal year.

You may be thinking, "What does a chancellor do?" Well, Chancellor Johnson provides leadership concerning  the academic programs in our state, and he works closely with our state legislature on budget allocations for colleges and universities. He has a lot of important responsibilities that affect everyone involved in higher education, from students to college presidents.

In case you are wondering: OSRHE is requesting $980 million for FY13, which is a $35.7 million increase from the previous year.