Dr. Laurie A. Sharp serves as the seventh president of Western Texas College and brings a deep passion for student success, academic excellence, and community partnerships. With more than 20 years of experience in education, Dr. Sharp has dedicated her career to helping students reach their goals and creating opportunities that strengthen lives and communities.

She earned a Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership from Tarleton State University, along with graduate and undergraduate degrees from the University of Central Florida and Daytona State College. 

As president of Western Texas College, Dr. Sharp leads with a people-first approach and a strong belief in the power of education to change lives. She values listening, collaboration, and building meaningful connections with students, employees, alumni, and the community. Dr. Sharp looks forward to working together to move Western Texas College forward and create new opportunities for the region it proudly serves.