Join us June 17 in Austin for a conversation with retiring Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp
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John Sharp will retire as Texas A&M System chancellor in June after more than four decades in state government and politics. He's also served as comptroller, railroad commissioner, state senator and state representative, and has worked with or campaigned against some of the state's most legendary politicians.
Join The Texas Tribune at 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 17 in Austin or online when Tribune Editor-in-Chief Matthew Watkins sits down with Sharp about his career highlights, the future of higher education in Texas and how the state has changed over his career.
This event is eligible for Continuing Education Credits for educators through ATPE.
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