Good to Know: Dr. Tracy Beasley

Tracy Beasley is a member of the Dean’s Cabinet and the College of Sciences Leadership

Team at UTSA. He is responsible for the college’s day-to-day operations and advises the Dean on long-term strategic initiatives to improve the college’s management, operations, human capital, and physical infrastructure, such as strategic planning, staff training, compensation and performance reviews, staff recognition and appreciation initiatives, space planning and management, facilities, and regulatory compliance. He holds a Ph.D. in educational leadership and policy, an Ed.S. in enrollment management, a master’s in finance and business administration, a master’s in educational administration, and a bachelor’s in criminal justice administration.

Meeting stated goals on time drives me because it gives me a sense of accomplishment and allows me to look back and say, “I did that.” I’m also motivated by measurable results. Knowing that my weekly report summary and results will be viewed by the Dean and others, for example, instills pride in me and inspires me to achieve more. A dedication to success speaks to who I am and who I have always been.

After high school, I spent eight years on active duty in the United States Marine Corps. Following my college graduation, I worked in public schools for 21 years as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and director of special education and federal programs in the K-12 education sector.

When I initially transferred from secondary to higher education, I worked as a campus manager at Houston Community College (HCC). Later, I oversaw workforce student achievement initiatives. While at HCC, I developed strategic alliances and partnerships with K-12 schools, colleges, universities and a range of industries in order to provide students with career-related experiences and to eradicate educational and occupational inequities. I also sought to increase access to long-term, high-wage and in-demand occupations. For many years, I was both an adjunct faculty member at HCC and a campus director for two independent multi-campus systems—HCC and Austin Community College. Prior to joining UTSA, I worked at the University of Houston as the director of facilities, business, operations and compliance.

On my ideal weekend, I would be barbecuing on our back deck while watching college football—I enjoy yelling at the television. My wife and I also devote time to our children’s sports, extracurricular activities and events. We occasionally pay visits to friends and family.

I truly like working with my colleagues in the College of Sciences’ eight departments and my counterparts in the Dean’s office. It’s a welcoming environment, and I’m excited to come to work every day. There are always new challenges to face, and I enjoy providing a helping hand wherever I can.