Presidents

Nariman Farvardin President Stevens Institute of Technology Stevens’ reputation has never been higher. The school, always ahead of the curve, appears to be increasing its lead on others as the demand for STEM-educated graduates — both at...

Marcheta Evans President Bloomfield College At a time when so many higher ed institutions don’t want to admit their financial troubles, Evans will be forever known as the leader who went public with her needs, ensuring a...

Gregory Dell’Omo President Rider University In charge since 2015, he has overseen a number of impactful initiatives, including the creation of Rider’s Engaged Learning Program, the crux of a Rider education, which requires undergraduate students to participate...

Gary Crosby President Saint Elizabeth University A servant-leader, he is recognized for his student-centered, missionoriented and transformational leadership. Crosby has published and presented numerous articles, reports and technical papers on higher education and community engagement.

Eugene Cornacchia President Saint Peter’s University His big smiles during the seize-the moment run the school’s basketball team had in the 2022 NCAA Tournament made him a well-recognized figure. His success in fundraising — the school just...

Nancy Cantor Chancellor Rutgers University – Newark As she approaches her 10th anniversary as head of the school (on Jan. 1, 2024), Cantor can look back and see all that she has accomplished in helping to build...

Dale Caldwell President Centenary University Some viewed his recent hiring as a surprise — as in, they were surprised the school landed someone so talented and respected. Caldwell, who will start officially July 1, already has raised...

Michael Avaltroni Interim president Fairleigh Dickinson University It’s easy to call Avaltroni the party president after he helped the school celebrate its monumental NCAA Tournament upset. But, when you hear him discuss and detail the challenges facing...

Andrés Acebo Interim president New Jersey City University Let’s be honest: This is the hardest job in higher ed right now, as Acebo is trying to bring the school back from serious financial missteps. Let’s be honest, part...

Chris Eisgruber President Princeton University He is the No. 1 person at the No. 1 school in the country.