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Volume CIX, Issue 9
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NEW YORK, APRIL 9, 2024
Hany S. Guirguis, Ph.D., to Serve as Interim Dean of the O’Malley School of Business Students celebrate Manhattan College’s annual Springfest Students enjoyed festivities on the quad and off-campus during this year’s Springfest. LEYLA MERCADO/ THE QUADRANGLE
Dianna Cruz Departs Manhattan College, Lisa Juncaj Takes Over Advisor Role Long-time assistant dean of the former School of Liberal Arts (SoLA) Dianna Cruz, announced on March 24 that she would be departing from Manhattan College. She addressed students of the former SoLA about her departure in an email. “It is with mixed emotions that I write this email to inform you I have made the decision to leave Manhattan College to pursue other interests and opportunities,” Cruz wrote. “For the past two decades I have been privileged to work with students pursuing degrees
in the liberal arts. It has been an honor to help the thousands of students who have come to Manhattan College reach their goals and graduate.” Starting her career at MC in July 2002, she has spent over 22 years at Manhattan College in various positions. She has been the assistant dean of liberal arts for the past 13 years, helping thousands of students in many different situations. She spoke to The Quadrangle about her departure from MC as a challenge. “My decision to leave was a tough one,” Cruz said. “The idea of starting somewhere else is terrifying but that’s why I’m doing it. Ultimately, I believe that this decision
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will help me to continue to grow and learn. I have always challenged my students and have encouraged them to face the things that scare them or make them uncomfortable. When you are uncomfortable you seek to change that, which in turn helps you develop and grow.” It’s no secret that her impact at the college has been immense. Faculty and students alike have noticed her presence around the school. Specifically, Michael Grabowski Ph.D., spoke to how helpful she was within the department. “She was here when I first arrived in 2010,” Grabowski __________________________ CONTINUED ON PAGE 4
Lauren Raziano & Jocelyn Visnov Senior Writers
Hany S. Guirguis, Ph.D., will serve as the interim dean of the O’Malley School of Business, effective June 1, 2024. Guirguis will step in for Don E. Gibson, Ph.D., who has served as dean of the O’Malley School of Business since 2018. Gibson previously announced he would be leaving the college at the end of the semester to serve in a new position in his native state of California, which launched the search for an interim dean. Interim provost Rani Roy shared the news of Guirguis’ appointment in an email to the Manhattan College community on March 20. “Dr. Guirguis brings a wealth of experience to the position along with 24 years of service to Manhattan College,” the email read. “He served as Chairperson of the Department of Economics and Finance from 2010 to 2018, was the Louis F. Capalbo Professor of Business from 2013 to 2018, and holds the Ambassador Charles A. Gargano Endowed Chair from 2019 to the present. Dr. Guirguis is the author or co-author of numerous publications, and has published various papers with undergraduate students from Manhattan College as his co-authors.” Guirguis has taught a number of classes within the economics and finance department throughout his career at MC, including Business Statistics, Money
and Banking, Advanced Econometrics, Corporate Structuring and Finance, Financial Modeling and Managerial Economics among others. Guirguis commented on his recent appointment to interim dean in an email to The Quadrangle. “I’m honored to be the Interim Dean of the O’Malley School of Business and am touched by the warm support I received from my colleagues at Manhattan College,” Guirguis wrote. “Following in the footsteps of Dean Gibson is a challenging task that I will do my best to accomplish. I want to convey to the community of Manhattan College that I see the current challenges as a valuable opportunity for a positive momentum and upward trajectory for the School of Business.” Guirguis hopes to meet with various members of the O’Malley School of Business prior to the start of his term as interim dean. “I will meet with our faculty, industry partners and alumni in the next few weeks to discuss our plans, vision and brand,” Guirguis wrote. “I am confident and optimistic that the future of the O’Malley School of Business is bright. My confidence is based on our highly dedicated faculty, engaging alumni, rich inheritance, and unique location.” As Dean Gibson departs from MC, Grishma Shah, Ph.D., professor of marketing and management, is grateful for his leadership. __________________________ CONTINUED ON PAGE 4
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