Wichita State has named Dr. Jamarco Clark as its next vice president for Student Affairs, effective July 1.

Clark currently serves as vice chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS). In that role, he provides executive leadership for the Division of Student Affairs and the Department of Athletics, overseeing strategy, operations, fiscal stewardship and personnel across 22 departments and units.

He is an active scholar and graduate faculty member, teaching in online doctoral and master’s programs in higher education leadership. His research and publications focus on workplace wellbeing, trauma‑informed supervision and the experiences of student affairs professionals.

He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and has been appointed by governors in Illinois and Iowa to statewide service commissions. He is currently serving on the SERVE Illinois Commission and previously on Volunteer Iowa, where he contributed to advancing civic engagement and volunteerism initiatives. He holds an Ed.D. from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse, a master’s degree in Strategic Leadership from Mount Mercy University in Nebraska, and a bachelor’s degree in Educational Foundations from Iowa Wesleyan University.

At Wichita State, Clark looks forward to working collaboratively across campus to strengthen Student Affairs as a strategic partner in fostering a supportive, engaging where all students can reach their full potential.

“I am incredibly excited to join Wichita State and be part of a university that is doing such impactful work in advancing access and student success,” Clark said. “I look forward to working closely with students, the Division of Student Affairs and the entire campus community to support students in reaching their goals and becoming who they dream to be.”

Dr. Monica Lounsbery, senior executive vice president and provost, said Clark will bring energy, insight and leadership to Wichita State.

“Throughout the search process, he was widely recognized as an exceptional fit for our campus, with a deep commitment to students and a collaborative, forward‑thinking approach,” Lounsbery said. “I am excited to welcome him to WSU and look forward to the impact he will have in advancing our mission and enriching the lives of our students.”

Kevin Konda will continue to serve as interim vice president and provide leadership for the division until Clark’s appointment begins.  

“I want to thank Kevin Konda for stepping in as interim vice president of Student Affairs,” Lounsbery said. “Over the past 27 years, Kevin has demonstrated unwavering dedication to the university, and his willingness to step in during this transition reflects his deep commitment to our students and campus community.”

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Located in the largest city in the state with one of the highest concentrations in the United States of jobs involving science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), Wichita State University provides uniquely distinctive and innovative pathways of applied learning, applied research and career opportunities for all of our students. The National Science Foundation ranked WSU No. 1 in the nation for aerospace engineering R&D, No. 2 for industry- and defense-funded engineering R&D and No. 9 overall for engineering R&D.

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