Jack B. Moore appeared before the Senate Committee on Nominations for reappointment to the University of Houston System Board of Regents and highlighted the system’s emphasis on student safety, diversity and institutional development.

Introduced by Vice Chair Hagenbuch on behalf of Senator Bettencourt, Moore described his background in industry leadership and his long association with the University of Houston as an alumnus. Moore said the university had taken steps after an assault in a parking garage to review protocols, address lighting and infrastructure and to review officer preparedness. "Whenever we have an event like that, we will review our protocol...and our officers and how prepared they are to deal with that," Moore said.

On diversity, Moore said the University of Houston is a reflection of its city and called it “the most diverse university in the state,” noting the system had certified compliance with state requirements regarding diversity programs. He stated that Chancellor Renu Khator had hired based on merit and that the university’s leadership and outcomes reflect that approach.

Moore also discussed athletics funding and said the university has addressed athletic operating shortfalls internally and that the athletic department "stands on its own feet financially." Committee members thanked Moore for his service and discussed campus engagement and student representation in the system’s work.

Moore’s reappointment will be included in the committee’s report to the full Senate.