Kristi Kirk

Kristi K. Kirk is an American academic administrator who will become the tenth president and chief executive officer of Concordia University Texas on November 1, 2024.

Education Kirk earned an undergraduate degree in history from Concordia University Texas. She completed a master's degree in American civilization from University of Texas at Austin and a Ph.D. in leadership in higher education from Capella University. Thomas Bourque was her doctoral advisor. During her tenure as provost, Kirk oversaw several initiatives, including the Right Call Initiative, which reduced undergraduate tuition by nearly 40% for the 2024–2025 academic year.

Kirk is the incoming tenth president and chief executive officer of Concordia University Texas, set to take office on November 1, 2024. She will be the first woman to hold the position in the university's history, succeeding Donald Christian, who will retire after nearly 20 years of service.

Personal life Kirk is married to Daniel Kirk, and they have six children. The couple is also licensed foster parents. Kirk serves on the board of directors for Concordia Lutheran High School and the nonprofit organization Acts of Love.