R. Ellyn Perrone
Associate Vice President for Research
E-mail: eperrone@austin.utexas.edu | Phone: 512-471-5925
Professional Education | Professional Experience
Accomplishments | Special Projects | Professional Affiliations
As associate vice president for research at The University of Texas at Austin, Ellyn focuses on raising the university’s national profile and increasing funding from federal agencies and Congress. She acts as liaison among university researchers, the U.S. Congress and federal agencies and conducts strategic program development planning to enhance research.
Before joining The University of Texas at Austin as associate vice president for research, Ellyn was vice president for government relations for two years at Ohio State University, where she coordinated all aspects of the university’s relationship with federal, state and local government officials, representatives and agencies. Ellyn has also served as vice president for governmental affairs at Texas A&M University.
Ellyn is a native of Bryan, Texas, and received her undergraduate degree from Stephen F. Austin University. She earned a master’s degree in public administration from Texas A&M University. Download Ellyn Perrone’s résumé [Word].
Professional Education
- Master of Public Administration, Texas A&M University, 1986
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology & Social and Rehabilitation Services, 1973
Stephen F. Austin State University—Double Major
Professional Experience
July 2005 – Present
The University of Texas at Austin, Texas
ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR RESEARCH—FEDERAL RELATIONS
April 2003 – July 2005
The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
VICE PRESIDENT FOR GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Feb. 1990 – March 2003
Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
Sept. 1999 - Oct. 2002
VICE PRESIDENT FOR GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS
Nov. 1992 - Sept. 1999
DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL RELATIONS
Feb. 1990 - Nov. 1992
ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
Jan. 1987 - Feb. 1990
The Texas A&M University System, Austin, Texas
SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE VICE CHANCELLOR FOR STATE AFFAIRS
Jan. 1974 - Sept. 1986
Early career includes work as graduate research and teaching assistant, licensing/ compliance representative, and social worker
TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT
Oct. 2002 – April 2003
Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT FOR ADMINISTRATION AND SPECIAL LIAISON TO
THE GEORGE BUSH SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC SERVICE
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Accomplishments
FEDERAL
The Ohio State University
- Women’s Gynecological Cancer Research with Walter Reed Army Hospital funding of $4.2M
- Center for Aviation Research and Aerospace Technology funding of $4.0M
- Combat Rations Research - Soldier Systems funding of $3.1M
- Agriculture Research Programs, such as Aquaculture, Biomass Research, Plant and Animal Agro-Security Research Center, total funding of $11.8M
- Biomedical Research Tower funding of $2.7M
- Campus Partners funding of $2.0M
- Prevention of Skin and Cervical Cancer with Berries Research funding of $1.7M
Texas A&M University
- Replacement of Maritime Academy training vessel: Clipper II and secured $12M for retrofit
- Railroad relocation funding of $25M
- Bush School fellowships for graduate students: authorization and appropriation of $3M (authorization included provision to endow the funds)
- Authorization for Texas to participate in National Challenge program; secured designation of Seaborne Conservation Corps program at Texas A&M University at Galveston as a National Challenge Program; received $4.1M in federal funding
- Michael E. DeBakey Institute for Comparative Cardiovascular Science and Biomedical Devices: funding of $1M.
- University XXI - Digitization Support to Fort Hood: joint project with the University of Texas at Austin: been awarded $5M over 4 years.
- Brazos Transit Buses: successfully directed $750,000 to purchase buses to serve students commuting to campus
- National Integrative Center for Homeland Security: conceived concept, assisted in drafting legislation, negotiated memorandum of understanding with other research universities.
STATE
The Ohio State University
- General revenue fund appropriations of $425M per year for FY 2004 and FY 2005.
- Reversed $100M reduction of state funding for graduate and international education for FY 2004 and FY 2005.
- Secured differential tuition cap for The Ohio State University.
- Restored state funding for special line items.
Texas A&M University
- General revenue appropriations of $413.6M for 2002-2003 biennial operating budget for Texas A&M University; and $22.8M for 2002-2003 biennial operating budget for branch campus, Texas A&M University at Galveston
- Increased recurring base state funding:
- Biomedical Sciences Program—additional $3.6M/yr
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine professional program—additional $1.5M/yr
- Bush School—additional $1.2M/yr
- Texas A&M University at Galveston special purpose mission—additional $4.8M/yr
- Campus Agency Infrastructure—additional $13M/yr
- Increased excellence funding $16M/yr
- Seaborne Conservation Corps: $1.1M matching funds for federal funding
- Institute for Biosciences and Technology: authorization and appropriation of $3.5M/yr
- Governor's Executive Order designating Texas A&M University as “The Military College of Texas”
- University Specific Legislation—Passed (Sample)
- Authorization for cemetery at Bush Presidential Library
- Fee bills (new and raise caps for existing)
- Recreational Sports Center Fee
- Texas A&M University at Galveston - authorization to offer graduate degrees and authorization for Board of Regents to designate as a branch campus of Texas A&M University
- Permission to lease land to Texas A&M Foundation.
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Special Projects
The Ohio State University
- Field Hearing for U.S. House Education and Workforce Committee, Select Committee on International Education, 2005
- Scarlet and Gray Congressional Breakfast, 2005
- President’s dinner with the Delegation in DC, 2005
- Cancer Center Program briefing on Capitol Hill for the Delegation, 2005
- Ohio Birthday Party in DC, 2004-present
- 3C Collaboration Project, 2004-present
- Advocacy Workshops for Student Trustees at Ohio Public Universities, Faculty Council, Ohio State University Retirement Association, Student Government leaders, University Staff Advisory Council, 2005
- Bi-monthly luncheon briefings with key leadership of Ohio General Assembly, co-hosted by Alumni Association President and Vice President for Government Relations, 2005
- Return on Educational Investment Initiative, Advocacy Strategy Task Force, 2005
- Governor’s Commission on Higher Education and the Economy, 2004-2005
- Legislative breakfasts at the President's residence, 2005
- Legislative pre-football game reception for one game each season, 2004-2005
Texas A&M University
- Bonfire Memorial Monument Committee, 2002-2003
- Diversity Plaza Selection Committee, 2002-2003
- Capital Campaign Planning Committee, 1990-1996; 2000-October 2002
- Bonfire Memorial Juried Competition Committee, 2000–2001
- International Programs Enhancement and Coordination Committee, Subcommittee on International Center in the Bush Presidential Library, 1995–1996
- Africa Distance Learning Demonstration Project for Congress, 1993–1994
- The Importance of Higher Education in Texas (Statewide Awareness Campaign), 1993-1994
- Congressman Jack Fields’ Annual Telecommunications Conference, 1993
- North American Distance Education and Research Network, 1992
- U.S. Commission on Minority Business Development, 1991-1992
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Professional Affiliations
The University of Texas at Austin
- Member, Council on Federal Relations, Association of American Universities (AAU), 2001- present, (Member, Steering Committee, 2006-2008)
- Member, Council on Governmental Affairs, National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges (NASULGC), 1992-present (Member, Executive Committee, 1998-2000; 2006-2008)
- Member, The Science Coalition Executive Committee, 2007 – present
- Member, The Science Coalition Re-Bid Committee, 2007
The Ohio State University
- Member, Government Affairs Steering Committee, Columbus Chamber of Commerce, 2003 – 2005
- President’s designee, CEO for Cities, 2003-2005
- Member, Government Affairs Committee, Columbus Downtown Development Corporation, 2003 - 2005
- Ex-officio member, University Senate, Government Affairs Committee, 2003 – 2005
- Member, The Ohio State University Alumni Association, and Alumni Advocates Steering Committee, 2003 - 2005
- Member, Legislative Representatives Council, Inter-University Council of Ohio, 2003 - 2005
- Member, Inter-University Council of Ohio Advocacy Strategy Task Force on Return on Educational Investment, 2005
- Member, Big 10 Government Relations Committee, 2003 - 2005
Texas A&M University
- Pi Alpha Alpha Honor Society
- Member, Board of Directors, Scott and White Health Plan, 1995-2000
- Member, Board of Directors, The Texas Lyceum, 1992-1997
- Chair, Governing Board, John Ben Shepperd Public Leadership Foundation, 1994
- Member, Century Club, Association of Former Students, Texas A&M University, 1995-2003
- Member, Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce, 1990-2003
- Advisor, Legislative Relations Committee, Student Government, Texas A&M University, 1995-2003
- Ex-officio Member, Legislative Affairs Subcommittee, Faculty Senate, Texas A&M University, 1999-2003
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