Pace University News

With students back on campus and the semester underway, President Marvin Krislov welcomes the Pace Community to spring and offers reflections on leadership, global learning, and the moments that will shape the months ahead.

Pace President Marvin Krislov is featured internationally for his leadership in global higher education. Multiple outlets, including The Wire, Bar and Bench, and India Education, report that President Krislov participated in the launch of the World University Leaders Forum at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The forum brings together university leaders from around the world to advance collaboration on sustainability, innovation, and international engagement.

For 120 years, Pace University has opened doors, challenged expectations, and launched lives. As we mark this milestone, we look ahead—celebrating the people, programs, and purpose that continue to move the Pace Community forward.

The American Jewish Committee reports Pace President Marvin Krislov has begun work as a Fulbright Specialist hosted by AJC Paris, leading a joint U.S.–France initiative to address rising antisemitism and strengthen democratic resilience in higher education. The effort brings together academic, government, and civic leaders to identify policy solutions aimed at preventing antisemitism from becoming normalized, particularly among young people.

Bisnow reports President Krislov joined higher ed and real estate leaders to discuss how universities are reshaping New York City’s real estate landscape to stay relevant and competitive. The piece notes Pace’s role—alongside institutions like New York Law School and Vanderbilt University—in leveraging campus investment, location, and property strategy to support enrollment, student experience, and long-term institutional resilience.

In a Forbes article, Pace University President Marvin Krislov explores why developing tech talent starts with teaching students how to solve real-world problems—not just write code. Drawing on Pace’s experiential learning model, he highlights how students apply their skills to projects with real impact, including building systems that support emergency services. The piece underscores the importance of hands-on, purpose-driven education in preparing students for today’s technology-driven workforce.

This year, President Marvin Krislov is sharing the songs that brought joy, inspiration, and a little Broadway magic to his 2025. Whether you're wrapping up finals, savoring some much-needed downtime, or gearing up for the new year, this playlist is your perfect winter break soundtrack.

Pace President Marvin Krislov pens an op-ed in Newsday about the importance of filing the FAFSA early and not letting uncertainty delay opportunity. Drawing on his leadership at a university committed to access and affordability, President Krislov emphasizes how timely financial aid guidance can help families plan for college success.

Pace President Marvin Krislov writes a piece in Forbes about the crucial role universities play in guiding students—especially first-generation college-goers—from the classroom to career success. He emphasizes that while ambition and curiosity abound, many students “lack a map,” and it’s the institution’s responsibility to help them build one through advising, mentorship, and hands-on learning.

Pace President Marvin Krislov is ranked No. 44 on City & State New York’s 2025 Westchester Power 100 list — the highest-ranking college president featured this year. He is recognized for preparing students for an AI-driven workforce and for his continued leadership of Pace’s campuses in Pleasantville and Manhattan, reinforcing the University’s regional and statewide impact.