Biography
Dr. Mia Kang is a distinguished higher education leader, scholar, and administrator recognized for her visionary leadership and strategic impact in academic innovation, program growth, and organizational excellence. Currently serving as Associate Dean of the School of Education at Utah Valley University (UVU)?Utah?s largest public university?Dr. Kang oversees day-to-day academic operations for more than 1,700 students and over 70 faculty and staff. Her leadership has driven record-breaking growth across multiple graduate programs, achieving a 216% increase in total enrollment and over $2 million in additional annual tuition revenue.
Dr. Kang?s commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in her extensive leadership development training through Harvard University?s Strategy Execution for Public Leadership, the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) Leadership Academy, and UVU?s Senior Executive Leadership Forum. Dr. Kang integrates evidence-based decision-making and strategic foresight into her administrative practice. Her leadership philosophy centers on collaboration, accountability, and innovation to foster excellence in teaching, research, and service. She exemplifies a forward-thinking academic leader who combines scholarly depth, strategic execution, and organizational insight to advance institutional success and inspire professional growth across higher education.
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