SPRINGFIELD – On July 1, Dr. Richard “Biff” Williams will become the 12th president of Missouri State University.
The university’s Board of Governors announced the selection today (March 4, 2024).
MSU launched a nationwide search for a new president last fall after MSU President Clif Smart announced that he would retire this summer after 13 years on the job.
Williams has 25 years of leadership experience in higher education. He has served as a faculty member, dean, provost, and, most recently, president.
Williams was president of Utah Tech University (previously Dixie State University) from 2014 through early 2024. During his tenure, he expanded the university’s footprint – increasing enrollment by more than 40% and adding more than 200 academic programs.
He also guided the university through a name rebranding and a move to Division I athletics.
Williams has a PhD in curriculum and instruction from New Mexico State University, a master’s in athletic training from Indiana State University, and a bachelor’s in lifestyle management from Weber State University.
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