Dr. Kimo Ah Yun
President
Marquette University
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
8:30AM-9:30am
Marquette University | Alumni Memorial Union – Grand Ballroom
1442 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI
When Marquette University’s Board of Trustees unanimously elected Dr. Kimo Ah Yun as its 25th president, they selected a leader whose deep institutional knowledge and collaborative approach make him uniquely qualified to guide the university into its next chapter. Since joining Marquette in 2016, Dr. Ah Yun has served as dean of the Diederich College of Communication, provost, and executive vice president—roles that have highlighted his ability to foster meaningful dialogue, drive innovation, and unite diverse perspectives.
At a critical time of transition for one of Milwaukee’s most vital institutions, Ah Yun brings his ability to unite people through a shared vision and effective communication to the helm. Join us for a morning with Marquette’s new president to experience his collaborative leadership style and commitment to academic innovation. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of why Marquette’s next chapter is in exactly the right hands.
More About the Speaker
President Kimo Ah Yun earned his bachelor’s degree in communication studies from California State University, Sacramento, his master’s degree in speech from Kansas State University, and his doctorate in communication from Michigan State University.
Before joining Marquette University, he served as associate dean of the College of Arts and Letters, chair of the Department of Communication Studies, and director of the Center for Teaching and Learning at California State University, Sacramento. He also co-chaired the President’s Committee to Build Campus Unity.
President Ah Yun’s research has been published in journals such as Communication Research, Communication Education, and the Wisconsin Medical Journal. He has received several awards, including the Jack Hunter Meta-Analysis Award from the International Communication Association and the President’s Research Award from California State University, Sacramento.
His work has been supported by grants from organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control, the Wisconsin Department of Public Health, and the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation.
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