Prior to joining Texas A&M University, he taught 4 years in the School of Education at the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. Dr. Laub received his Ph.D. from Prairie View A & M University; his M.Ed. from the University of Houston-Victoria and his B.A. from the University of Texas - Permian Basin. Prior to entering higher education, Dr. Laub served public education students as a Superintendent of Schools, Assistant Superintendent, Principal, Assistant Principal, and Special Education Teacher.