The Texas Tech University System has officially named a new Chancellor. Creighton Appointed Chancellor of Texas TechAccording to KAMC, the official announcement comes after a 21-day waiting period. He was named the sole finalist by the Texas Tech Board of Regents on September 4. “The Texas Tech University System will set the national standard for higher education, and it will be an honor to join the system family and to lead the charge as the next Chancellor,” said Creighton. On November 19th, Mitchell will transition into an advisory role as chancellor emeritus and president emeritus of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, continuing to support the TTU System.