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Lieutenant General (Retired) Jay B. Silveria was appointed by the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees to serve as President of the University of Arkansas System beginning January 15, 2025, succeeding Dr. Donald R. Bobbitt

Silveria previously served as Superintendent of the United States Air Force Academy and as Associate Vice President and Executive Director of Texas A&M University's Bush School of Government & Public Service in Washington, D.C.

Silveria is a command pilot with more than 3,900 flight hours in F-15 and F-35 fighter jets, earning the Distinguished Service Medal and Bronze Star Medal among other honors

The University of Arkansas System includes 20 campuses, divisions, and units across the state

The House of Representatives formally welcomes Silveria and extends congratulations on his appointment