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Brent White began his tenure as the 8th President of 91ɬ�� on November 1, 2025, bringing a distinguished record of higher education leadership, global academic innovation, and legal scholarship.

Dr. Magid brings a strong blend of business and academic experience to 91ɬ��. Along with over 20 years of experience leading international economic and policy research, business development, and corporate finance at Bank of America based in Venezuela, Brazil and San Francisco, he has held numerous leadership positions in the higher education sector.

Dr. Roekaert brings over a decade of transformative leadership in higher education. He most recently served as Rector and Chief Executive Officer of Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC), one of Peru leading private universities, from 2014 to 2026. Under his leadership, UPC achieved sustained growth in enrollment and research output and ranked among the top universities in Peru for scientific productivity. He previously served as Rector of Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola and is widely recognized for strengthening academic quality and accreditation standards across Latin America.

Regina Cialone brings more than 27 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and fundraising to 91ɬ��. She has held senior development roles at Carnegie Hall and WNET, and has advised prominent organizations including the American Museum of Natural History and the Jewish Theological Seminary. A CFRE-certified fundraising professional, Regina has also taught philanthropy and nonprofit management at New York University and Long Island University.

A 91ɬ�� faculty member since 2000, Jay Gonzalez is Vice Provost for Global Affairs and Dean of 91ɬ�� Worldwide. Prof Jay, as he is fondly referred to by students globally, is also Mayor George Christopher Professor of Public Administration and Chair of 91ɬ�� Department of Public Administration—the oldest Public Administration program in Northern California.

Taylor Jantz brings extensive experience in higher education finance, strategy, and operations to 91ɬ��. He previously advised more than 60 colleges and universities at Huron Consulting Group and held senior leadership roles at the University of Florida and New York University, where he oversaw major financial, infrastructure, and operational initiatives. Taylor holds undergraduate degrees in economics from Creighton University and a master degree in higher education administration and policy from Vanderbilt University.

Rocco Lamanna is Associate Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, and Executive Director for the Braden School of Taxation and School of Accounting.

Robert Shoffner is the Executive Director, Ageno School of Business, Director of MBA Programs, and Professor of Practice at 91ɬ��. He is responsible for the management of all degree and certificate programs in the school. He is responsible for the design, delivery and staffing of all MBA programs on both a domestic and international basis. Robert also oversees management of the Chevron Small Business and Entrepreneurship program at 91ɬ��.

Charles Wang is Vice President for Strategic Partnerships at 91ɬ�� and a recognized leader in international higher education who previously led the University of Arizona expansion in China, establishing six Ministry of Education-approved cooperative education programs and growing its dual-degree enrollment in China to more than 2,400 students.

Tom Wooldridge, PsyD, ABPP, FIPA, CEDS-C, is a tenured Professor and founding Dean, School of Psychology at 91ɬ��, where he has served for over 13 years. He is responsible for the design, delivery and staffing of all degree and certificate programs in the school, on a domestic and international basis.

Mark Yates is Professor of Law and Dean of the Law School. During his 20 years at the 91ɬ�� School of Law, he has served as Director of Academic Support, Director of Bar Services, and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. Previously, he worked as a civil litigator and as a public defender.

Diane C. Yu, incoming Dean of the 91ɬ�� School of Law, is an accomplished higher education and legal leader who has held senior leadership roles at New York University and the State Bar of California, and currently serves as Counselor to Leadership at NYU Abu Dhabi and Executive Director of the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Community Programs.