The American Association of State Colleges and Universities announced Tuesday (Nov. 14) that Arkansas State University System President Chuck Welch will become its new president and chief executive officer effective Jan. 15, 2024.
Welch was named the second president of the ASU System in November 2010 and officially began the position in April 2011. He will leave as the longest-tenured higher education president or chancellor in Arkansas.
ASU System Board of Trustees member Christy Clark of Little Rock said the ASU System Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. via Zoom to discuss plans to identify Welch’s successor.