KIRK MOSS

Kirk D. Moss, Ph.D., serves as Vice President for Academic Affairs at Friends University, a Christian university of Quaker heritage in Wichita, Kansas, founded in 1898. As the university’s chief academic officer, he provides leadership for the academic enterprise, supporting Friends University’s mission to educate students for God-honoring service through undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs that emphasize academic excellence, faith, and leadership development.

A dedicated leader, Dr. Moss has built a career focused on academic excellence, mission-centered leadership, and responsible stewardship, most recently serving as Vice Provost for Faculty & Academic Programs at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. Throughout his career, he has served as a vice provost, dean, department chair, and faculty member, with previous appointments at Lawrence University, Minnesota State University Moorhead, Valdosta State University, and as a public-school orchestra director. 

Dr. Moss earned a Ph.D. in Music Education from University of Florida as a doctoral fellow, a Master of Music degree from University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music as a graduate teaching assistant, and a Bachelor of Music degree with high distinction from University of Michigan. He has held national leadership positions, including serving as president of the American String Teachers Association, while maintaining an active record of scholarship, music publication, and professional service including work with community boards.

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