Office of the President
Dr. Matt Baker, Interim President of Emporia State University
Office of the president
Current ESU enrollment (undergrad and grad)
4,824
Highest Career Outcomes Rate On Record (4-yr avg.)
98%
Dr. Matt Baker, 19th ESU President
Named president Dec. 11, 2025
Began his role March 2, 2026
Dr. Matt Baker was named president of the university by the Kansas Board of Regents in December 2025. He assumed his new role on March 2, 2026.
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Past presidents
Since founded in 1863, 18 presidents have helped shape Emporia State University.
University Leadership Team
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