Frederick Slabach

Frederick G. Slabach is an American lawyer and academic administrator who served as the 20th President of Texas Wesleyan University from January 2011 to June 2023.12 He recently became the Dean of the University of Mississippi School of Law, his alma mater.14

Professional Background:

• President of Texas Wesleyan University from 2011-20231
• Previously served as Dean of Texas Wesleyan University School of Law3
• Executive Secretary of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation3
• Held various government positions in Washington, D.C., including Legislative Counsel and Assistant Secretary for Congressional Relations4

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from Mississippi College
• Juris Doctor from University of Mississippi School of Law
• Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Columbia Law School23

Personal Life:

• Married to Melany Neilson, a Pulitzer Prize-nominated author
• They have three children, including twin sons34

Notable Achievements:

• Inducted into the National Black Law Students Association Hall of Fame in 20064
• Received the 2019 District IV Chief Executive Leadership Award4
• Led Texas Wesleyan University through significant economic revitalization and increased diversity1