The mission of the Board of Visitors is to advise, assist and support the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and the Executive Leadership of Texas A&M University at Galveston in the following roles:
- Advise and consult with the COO and campus leadership regarding issues of mutual concern related to maritime, education, research, and student support initiatives.
- Support and steward the Galveston Campus through fostering mutually beneficial relationships with industry, community, and scientific communities, state and federal governments, A&M College Station and regional campuses, and present and former students.
- Assist in resource development for the support of the Texas A&M University at Galveston campus, faculty and students.
- Personally engage and support the Galveston Campus through involvement with faculty, staff, and students, attendance at campus events and activities, and/or financial support of Texas A&M University at Galveston students, faculty, programs, or facilities.