Steve Matthews (left) of Richardson was sworn in as the newest memeber of the Collin College Board of Trustees on Feb. 27. Here his son Jack looks on as he takes the oath of office from Board Secretary Shirley Harmon.
Collin College’s Board of Trustees appointed Steve Matthews to fill Place 2, formerly occupied by Nancy Wurzman, who recently moved out of the district. Matthews was sworn into office at the regular Feb. 27 Collin College Board of Trustees meeting.
Matthews, a Richardson resident, has a long history of public service including roles on the Collin College Foundation Board and on the Committee of 100, the college’s advising and advocacy committee. He is the director of governmental and public affairs for Atmos Energy, where he has been employed since 1990. He is a past chairman of the Allen, Frisco and Plano chambers of commerce and a graduate of Leadership Allen, Leadership Plano, Leadership Richardson and Leadership North Texas.
“I have a long-held passion for the success of Collin College,” Matthews said. “I am deeply honored by the board’s decision and for the opportunity to serve our students and communities in this role.”
His appointment runs until the May 2019 general election.
Matthews’ fellow board members expressed admiration for the candidate’s commitment to public service and anticipate a good working relationship.
“Steve’s dedication to public service and his advocacy for Collin County make him an excellent addition to the board,” said Dr. Robert Collins, chairman of the Board of Trustees. “We are pleased to welcome him and look forward to working alongside him for the betterment of Collin College.”