Since H. Wes Pratt took on the role of chief diversity officer/assistant to the president at Missouri State University in 2016, he has led the institution in improving its culture by focusing on inclusive excellence and valuing the inclusion of diversity.

Inclusive excellence is a core value of the university and an integral component of the last two long range plans.

Today, Pratt announced to the Board of Governors that he will retire from Missouri State Aug. 1, 2022. Read the full story from the office of strategic communication.