The next regularly scheduled Board of Regents meeting will be held at 12:00 p.m. on

Monday, August 17, 2026.

Board of Regents

Frank Phillips College is governed by a nine-member Board of Regents elected to staggered six-year terms by the registered voters of the Borger Junior College District.  The board functions to set policy for the college, to ensure the college's financial well-being, and to select and hire the President of the College.

Members of the Board of Regents include the following individuals.

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Marlene McKinney

Board Chair
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Dr. Shad Goldston

Board Vice Chair
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David Speed

Board Secretary
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Colin Archer

Regent
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Jesse Heredia

Regent
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Dr. Jud Hicks

Regent
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Kenny Morrison

Regent
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Patrick Nonhof

Regent
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Dr. Stephanie Palmer

Regent
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Wes Ritchie

Rahll Campus Non-Voting Representative
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Kerry Symons

Allen Campus Non-Voting Representative

The Board of Regents meet every 3rd Monday of the Month, unless otherwise noted. Member of Texas Association of School Boards.

Current Board Agendas and Minutes
Board Policy Manual
Conflict of Interest Disclosure

Board of Regents Election Information

Place Elected Official Elected/ Appointed Years Served Current Term Term Expires
1Dr. Shad Goldston20121420242030
2Jesus Heredia, Jr.2017920242030
3Dr. Stephanie Palmer2019720242030
4Colin Archer2021520202026
5Dr. Jud Hicks2023320202026
6Kenny Morrison2018820202026
7Marlene McKinney20101620222028
8Patrick Nonhof20131320222028
9David Speed2019720222028

 

Upcoming Election: 2026

Deadline to File for Candidacy (as identified by the Texas Secretary of State's Office):

Notice of Deadline to File Applications for Place on the Ballot (PDF)

  • First Day to File for a Place on the General Ballot: 7/18/2026
  • Last Day to File for a Place on the General Ballot: 8/17/2026

Requirements for Candidacy:
Candidates seeking election as a Regent must:

  • Be a resident qualified Texas voter;
  • Be a Texas resident for 12 months prior to the filling deadline; and
  • Be a resident of the College District for six months prior to the filing deadline.

For additional information contact:

Jody Nolen
Board of Regents Liaison
Frank Phillips College
1301 W. Roosevelt
Borger, TX  79007
Phone: 806-457-4213
Email: jnolen@fpctx.edu

Current Board Agendas and Minutes

Older Board Meeting Minutes

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