<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0vQ9HR_1GxcyapV00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0vQ9HR_1GxcyapV00" width="928" height="521" ></figure>WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — Arkansas State University System President Todd Shields today announced the selection of Dr. Derek Moore to become the next chancellor at ASU Mid-South in West Memphis.Moore is the former president of New Mexico Junior College in Lea County and has more than 25 years’ experience in higher education, workforce development and community engagement. He previously served as associate vice chancellor for student success at ASU Mid-South and was among four finalists who recently interviewed and visited the campus after 60 applications were reviewed by the Chancellor Search Advisory Committee.Effective Dec. 14, Moore will succeed Dr. Debra West, chancellor at ASU Mid-South since 2015, who previously announced her plans to retire in December.“Dr. Moore knows ASU Mid-South, understands the communities it serves and brings valuable chancellor level experience in community college leadership and workforce development,” Shields said. “With the tremendous economic opportunities emerging in the region, Dr. Moore’s experience will help build on the college’s strong foundation, strengthen partnerships with industry and create even more opportunities for our students and the Mid-South.”A student-centered leader, Moore served as president of New Mexico Junior College from 2022 to 2025. He led development of the college’s first Academic Master Plan and helped increase enrollment, retention and completion while advancing workforce development.“I am humbled and honored to be selected to serve as the next chancellor at Arkansas State University Mid-South,” Moore said. “I look forward to collaborating with the leadership of President Shields, along with the ASU System Office. ASU Mid-South is a special place with a heartbeat for success for its students, faculty, staff, community and industry partners. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to partner and engage with those involved with this outstanding institution and to continue building upon the great success of retiring Chancellor Debra West.”Previously, Moore served in leadership roles at South Arkansas Community College in El Dorado, University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton and University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College, where he focused on student success, retention, shared governance, accreditation, fundraising, academic advising and career development.His career also includes work as state project director for learning outcomes at Arkansas Community Colleges, executive director of Little Rock Career Development Center, and education and employment coordinator for Goodwill Industries of Arkansas.“Dr. Moore is a thoughtful, collaborative, student-centered leader who understands the importance of relationships, shared purpose and institutional excellence,” West said. “I could not be more pleased to welcome him back to ASU Mid-South as our next chancellor. He knows our institution, understands our community and brings the experience, judgment and leadership qualities needed to build on our successes and take ASU Mid-South to the next level.”Moore has been an active public partner throughout his career, serving on the boards of economic development corporations, chambers of commerce, Rotary Clubs, and area Boys &amp; Girls Clubs. He has also volunteered with the United Way and NAACP, as well as local schools to support literacy.He has served on national advisory boards, including the Higher Education Research and Development Institute, Alliance for Innovation and Transformation, Council to Advance Two-Year Colleges and Innovative Educators. Throughout his career, he has served as a faculty member, textbook author, national presenter and professional development facilitator.Moore earned a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership from Morgan State University; a Master of Public Administration from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock; and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.He has been married to his wife, Pinkie, for 33 years. They have two adult sons, a daughter-in-law and a granddaughter.</div></body>

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WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — Arkansas State University System President Todd Shields today announced the selection of Dr. Derek Moore to become the next chancellor at ASU Mid-South in West Memphis. Moore is the former president of New Mexico Junior College in Lea County and has more than 25 years’...

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WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — Arkansas State University System President Todd Shields today announced the selection of Dr. Derek Moore to become the next chancellor

Moore appointed chancellor at ASU Mid-South

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