JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The Lincoln University Board of Curators is pleased to announce Dr. John B. Moseley as Interim President of Lincoln University. Moseley, who most recently has served as the University's Director of Athletics and Head Men's Basketball Coach, will begin the role on May 22, 2021, following the departure of Dr. Jerald Jones Woolfolk. 
 
Moseley was named Head Men's Basketball Coach in 2014 and was appointed Athletic Director in 2016. In his seven years with the University, he has been instrumental in growing the institution's relationships within the community, with one of the most noticeable partnerships with Jefferson City Parks which created the $14-million state-of-the-art campus wellness and recreation center known as The LINC. He has also collaborated with the LU Student Government Association to make Lincoln more competitive through upgraded athletic facilities, increased scholarships and a better collegiate experience. Moseley has successfully built the Blue Tiger Athletics Club membership, which has increased philanthropic giving and created even greater community partnerships.
 
Moseley received his Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis from the University of Missouri; M.A. in Education and B.S. in Physical Education from East Carolina University. Moseley has served in higher education for 18 years, with 12 of those at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
 
Board President Victor Pasley states, "We believe Dr. Moseley is the right appointment at this time. He has demonstrated leadership in recruitment and fundraising. He has a history of success in a diverse culture and understands motivating teams to reach excellence."
 
Moseley, his wife, Dr. Crystal C. Moseley, and their daughter, Jillian, recognize Jefferson City as a great place to raise a family.

"I am honored to serve in this position and continue the relationships we have with our alumni around the world. Lincoln University is an important part of this community and a better Lincoln means a better Jefferson City," Moseley states. "Crystal and I treat every student like they are part of our family, and that is what an HBCU experience feels like. My hope is that, together, our campus can ensure that the dreams of the 62^nd and 65^th Colored Infantries continue by providing all of our students a quality education and campus experience. It is important that we show appreciation for students, faculty, staff, alumni and our community. We have an opportunity to be an example of how people from different backgrounds can come together for a common goal."