University Relations Team
Whether you’re a community partner, corporate leader, alumnus, or prospective donor, our staff is here to help you connect with the university in meaningful ways.Meet the University Relations Team
Your Partners in Connection, Collaboration, and Community Impact
At Texas A&M University–Central Texas, the University Relations team is more than a department—we’re a dedicated group of professionals passionate about building relationships that matter.
Whether you’re a community partner, corporate leader, alumnus, or prospective donor, our staff is here to help you connect with the university in meaningful ways. We believe in the power of collaboration, and we’re committed to making every interaction positive, personal, and productive.
Charley Ayres
Director, University Relations
Founders Hall, Suite 416
Phone: 254.519.5782
[email protected]
Kristle Castillo
Associate Director, University Relations
Founders Hall, Suite 416
Phone: 254.519.5785
[email protected]
How We Serve
• Relationship Builders
We work to understand your goals and find ways to align them with the university’s mission. Whether you’re interested in philanthropy, student engagement, or strategic partnerships, we’re ready to build something impactful—together.
• Corporate & Community Engagement
From coordinating speaking engagements and sponsorships to creating internship pipelines and workforce partnerships, we help businesses and organizations make purposeful connections with our campus and students.
• Alumni & Donor Support
We celebrate the success of our alumni and steward the generosity of our donors with transparency, gratitude, and personalized service. Your continued involvement fuels our momentum and strengthens our Warrior legacy.
• Always Accessible
We’re not a call center. We’re real people who care deeply about this university and the people it serves. If you have a question, an idea, or a partnership in mind—reach out. We’re here, we’re responsive, and we’re ready to help.
• Let’s Connect
Whether you’re exploring ways to give, seeking to hire Warrior talent, or simply looking to learn more about A&M–Central Texas, we’d love to talk.