Pace Now

As we head into a season of renewal, President Marvin Krislov and Board Chair Rob Sands, JD ’84, reflect on a year of momentum and transition—and the path Pace is charting toward its 120th anniversary. From national rankings to bold new goals, the Pace Community continues to lead with purpose and passion.

Pace University President Marvin Krislov has been appointed by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and confirmed by the New York State Senate to serve on the Board of Trustees of the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC), the state’s higher education student financial aid agency. The appointment reflects Pace University’s commitment to expanding college access and affordability for students across New York.

Pace President Marvin Krislov writes a piece in Forbes reflecting on lessons from the Digital Universities US 2025 conference, where he underscores that digital transformation in higher education is about more than adopting tools—it’s about reimagining how colleges teach, support, and prepare students for an evolving future.

Pace President Marvin Krislov opened this year’s Digital Universities US conference in Salt Lake City alongside Inside Higher Ed editor-in-chief Sara Custer, exploring how uncertainty in higher education could become a driver for positive change.

President Marvin Krislov is featured in City & State’s 2025 Trailblazers in Higher Education list, which highlights leaders making a significant impact in academia. The profile notes his leadership at Pace University, as well as his prior work at the White House and his commitment to expanding educational access.

In a Forbes op-ed reflecting on Pace University's 2025 Commencement, Pace President Marvin Krislov emphasizes that the ceremony is not only a time of joy, but a chance to reflect on what matters most in life after college: teamwork, purpose, and a commitment to collective success.

In his latest Pace Now column, President Krislov shares why this time of year is so meaningful: it’s not just a celebration of student achievement, but of the entire Pace Community coming together to honor hard work, resilience, and shared success.

Pace President Marvin Krislov pens an op-ed in Forbes, calling on higher education institutions to lead the AI revolution with purpose, access, and equity. He highlights how Pace is embedding AI across disciplines—from first-year courses to senior capstones—and urges universities to make AI literacy a core part of academic and operational strategy.

As Commencement approaches, President Marvin Krislov celebrates the achievements of Pace students, highlights inspiring honorees and speakers, and shares community stories, resources, and reminders to help everyone finish the semester strong.

Pace President Marvin Krislov pens an op-ed in Forbes, sharing key takeaways from a recent conversation he hosted with KIND Snacks founder Daniel Lubetzky, highlighting lessons on resilience, leadership, and knowing when to pivot or push forward.