Moser to serve as interim dean of College of Agriculture
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Dan Moser, professor and associate dean of academic programs in the College of Agriculture, will serve as Kansas State University’s interim dean of the College of Agriculture effective July 6.
“Dr. Moser’s track record of strong leadership and universitywide collaboration will serve the college well during this time of transition,” said Jesse Perez Mendez, provost and executive vice president. “I thank Dr. Moser for his willingness to serve and continue to advance the college forward.”
As interim dean, Moser will be charged with inspiring, guiding and facilitating the college’s faculty and staff in the advancement of high-quality teaching, research and engagement. Additionally, he will provide consistent leadership that assures the integrity, excellence, relevance and success of the college's multifaceted programs.
Moser will succeed Ernie Minton, who transitions into his new role championing philanthropic efforts for the Agriculture Innovation Initiative, also effective July 6.
“I am honored to serve the College of Agriculture in this new role,” said Moser. “Our college is currently advancing the educational and career aspirations of more 2,600 students, boasting $88 million in annual research expenditures and serving the entire state population through critical outreach. We have a tremendous group of faculty, staff, students and alumni who care deeply about the success of our college and university. I look forward to seeing what we can achieve together."
Moser has served in his current role within the college since April 2020. Prior to that, he was the president of Angus Genetics, Inc., and director of performance programs for the American Angus Association, where he oversaw a 300% increase in genomic testing while leading educational efforts for the 20,000-member organization.
Earlier in his career, Moser served as a faculty member in K-State’s department of animal sciences and industry from 1999-2014, held a faculty position at the University of Nebraska from 1997-1999, and was employed as a graduate assistant and instructor at the University of Georgia from 1991-1997.
K-State’s College of Agriculture is recognized as one of the nation’s top agricultural schools — cementing the importance of the search for its next permanent leader. The next dean will be required to grow the college’s excellence across all facets of the university’s mission; promote a team-oriented leadership approach; drive further development and growth in enrollment, disciplines and degrees; and cultivate internal and external partnerships to propel the advancement of the college’s Next-Gen K-State strategic plan.
The search for the permanent dean of the College of Agriculture will relaunch in fall 2025.