Wayland's leadership structure brings together institutional oversight and day-to-day university leadership in support of our mission, students, and future.
Wayland Baptist University is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas and governed by a Board of Trustees. The board includes up to 36 members and provides oversight for the university's mission, direction, and long-term stewardship.
A simple majority of its members are elected by the Baptist General Convention of Texas, while the remaining members are elected by the board.
The university president reports directly to the Board of Trustees and works closely with the Administrative Cabinet.
Together, these leaders guide Wayland's academic programs, student experience, operations, and campuses while advancing the university's mission and strategic priorities.
Dr. Hedgepath serves as Wayland Baptist University's president, providing leadership for the university's mission, strategic direction and continued growth.
Meet the leaders responsible for advancing Wayland's academic, operational and institutional priorities.
Wayland Baptist University does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age or disability in admissions or in the administration of its educational policies, programs and activities. Under federal law, the University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purposes. In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the University does not illegally discriminate on the basis of sex in the administration of educational policies, programs and activities.
