Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Richard B. “Rick” McCaslin, Ph.D., as the Texas State Historian for a term ending December 17, 2027. The role of the State Historian includes increasing public knowledge about Texas history, encouraging its teaching in public schools, consulting with state leaders to promote Texas history, and making presentations on related topics.
McCaslin is currently Director of Publications for the Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) and previously served as Professor of Texas History at the University of North Texas. He is a Fellow of TSHA and has authored or edited twenty-one books, eight of which have received awards. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from Delta State University, a Master of Arts in History from Louisiana State University, and a Doctorate from The University of Texas at Austin.
The Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott forms part of the executive branch of state government and maintains its main offices in Austin at the State Insurance Building (official website). Since his election in 2014, Governor Abbott has led initiatives focused on job creation, education enhancement, protection of individual liberties, parental empowerment in schooling, and border security (official website). Under his leadership, Texas has seen growth in employment levels and recognition for economic achievements (official website).
“Richard B. “Rick” McCaslin, Ph.D. of Denton is Director of Publications for the Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) after retiring as Professor of Texas History at the University of North Texas. He is a Fellow of the TSHA and an author or editor of twenty-one books, eight of which won awards. McCaslin received a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from Delta State University, a Master of Arts in History from Louisiana State University, and a Doctor of Philosophy from The University of Texas at Austin.”
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