New Special Assistant to UTT President

TYLER — Laura Jackson will serve as special assistant to the President for external affairs, UT Tyler President Rodney H. Mabry announced. Jackson will be responsible for all legislative affairs and serve as a university liaison to the external community. “Laura will play a vital role in helping to make UT Tyler’s story known and truly appreciated. She will tell of our quality academic programs that produce outstanding graduates whose performance rank the University among the very best in the State. She will also speak of our direct service to the region and impact on the economic development of East Texas,” Mabry said.

A UTT news release says Jackson will respond to specific queries from legislators and provide important general information regarding governmental issues. The university says she also will help the university be proactive in presenting its case for continued funding. Jackson holds master of public administration and bachelor of science in political science degrees from Texas A&M University. She has served as a field coordinator and legislative assistant in the office of then State Senator Todd Staples and was campaign manager for State Senator Robert Nichols and State Representative Mark Shelton.