The Executive Council of Centers and Institutes is charged with reviewing proposals
for new UNT centers and institutes and making recommendations to the provost. The
council also leads the annual review process for existing centers and institutes,
providing guidance and support to directors throughout the process.
- Dr. Albert Bimper, Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (Co-Chair)
- Dr. Pam Padilla, Vice President for Research and Innovation (Co-Chair)
- Dr. Paul Krueger, Dean, College of Engineering
- Dr. Kiseol Yang, Director, Center for Consumer Insights and Innovations
- Dr. Jon McCarry, Director, Murphy Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Dr. Jim Meernik, Director, Castleberry Peace Institute
- Dr. Lauren Eutsler, Director, Texas Center for Educational Technology
University of North Texas 
