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NPR has announced the appointment of Sarah Morris to its Board of Directors. Morris, who serves as the General Manager of NPR affiliate KCUR 89.3 in Kansas City, was elected by the Board to fill an unexpired term vacancy. Her term commences on January 2, 2025.
“It’s a privilege to serve on the board of one of the nation’s most respected media organizations,” said Morris. “NPR’s mission to keep the public informed with essential news and information has never been more critical — and with the media landscape rapidly changing, we are uniquely positioned to fulfill our network’s true potential. I’m eager to work with my colleagues to shape what’s next.”
Morris was appointed General Manager of KCUR 89.3 and KWJC (91.9 Classical KC) in 2021. The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) operates both stations.
Before this role, Morris dedicated nearly two decades to various leadership positions in the private and nonprofit sectors. Most recently, he served as the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Strategic Marketing and Communications at UMKC, overseeing KCUR from 2004 to 2020.
NPR’s Board of Directors consists of 23 members, including 12 Member Directors who are leaders of NPR Member organizations and are elected by their peers. The Board also includes nine Public Directors, who are distinguished individuals selected by the Board and approved by NPR Members. In addition, the Board features the NPR Foundation Chair and the NPR President & CEO.
