ALPINE — Sul Ross State University may soon be referred to as “Sul Ross State University International” at its campuses in South Texas if an official motion to change the name announced Monday by University President Carlos Hernandez wins approval from the board of regents.
The name change would not apply to Alpine’s campus. The name change would apply to the Eagle Pass, Uvalde, and Del Rio campuses of SRSU, according to reporting from the student newspaper The Sul Ross Skyline, and be effective as of January 1, 2025. The “SRSU International” rebrand will include all new signage and more.
“This will be a tedious process and will require patience from all of us as we execute this in the most efficient and cost-effective manner,” Hernandez said. “This is an exciting time and a celebration of our work as we progress toward an independent four-year university for the Middle Rio Grande Region.”
“The proposed name change is a crucial interim step as we continue to expand programs and capacity in a manner that is consistent with a university,” he added. “It elevates the institution from college to university, a significant distinction, and recognizes its geographic binational community status while embracing its Sul Ross roots.”