Dr. Mathew Muether, professor and graduate coordinator for physics, has been selected as associate vice provost for faculty affairs.
Muether has been with Wichita State since 2014, first as an assistant professor, then an associate professor in 2019. He was also president of the Faculty Senate last year.
“I’m honored to serve as Wichita State’s first associate vice provost for faculty affairs and help launch this new office, which will bring dedicated focus to the needs and success of our faculty,” Muether said. “We have exceptionally talented faculty, and I’m excited to help unlock their full potential.”
In his new role as associate vice provost for faculty affairs, Muether will provide strategic leadership and oversight for faculty appointments including scope of work as well as faculty-related policies, programs and initiatives at Wichita State. The role supports the advancement, retention and excellence of faculty through collaborative governance, equitable workload and compensation practices, and robust evaluation and recognition systems.
“Dr. Muether cares deeply about creating an environment where faculty feel supported, valued and empowered to do their best work,” said Dr. Monica Lounsbery, senior executive vice president and provost. “His leadership will strengthen our ability to attract and retain outstanding faculty — which directly benefits our students.”
Muether will begin his new role on Jan. 3, 2026.
