SIOUX CITY, Iowa – Morningside University is pleased to announce strategic leadership appointments that became effective January 1.

Steph Peters ‘99 has been named Interim Vice President for Enrollment Management, where she will lead admissions and financial planning efforts. Peters has poured several years of passion into the admissions department since 2000.

Stacie Hays will serve as Interim Vice President for University Engagement, overseeing career services, student retention, alumni engagement, marketing and communications, and sports information. Hays started at Morningside in 2005, and since then, she has led career development and retention efforts at Morningside, strengthening employer partnerships, launching a peer mentoring program, and contributing to a 99% placement rate and increased student retention.

In addition, Karen Wiese will be promoted to Senior Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, and Randi Hudson will advance to Director of Financial Planning. These leadership transitions reflect Morningside’s commitment to aligning resources for continued growth and success.