New York, N.Y. (April 1, 2024) – Guttman Community College is thrilled to welcome Robert Pagan to serve as senior advisor for partnerships, alumni engagement and development at the College. An accomplished alumni and development professional with a focus on strategic vision and advocacy, Pagan brings a proven track record in relationship building, creative programming, event execution and fundraising to Guttman.
“The Guttman community is fortunate to welcome Robert Pagan to this inaugural position. His experiences in alumni engagement, development and fundraising will help bolster the strategic priorities of the Guttman Forward 2028 roadmap. Additionally, his service at multiple CUNY institutions and status as an alum of Lehman College reinforce his passion and commitment to public higher education. I look forward to his collaboration with campus and community stakeholders in support of student access and success,” said Dr. Larry Johnson, president of Guttman Community College.
In this role, Pagan will be responsible for assisting the College in meeting its strategic goals by cultivating long-term relationships and alumni engagement that result in consequential gifts to the College. To accomplish this goal, Pagan will rely on his experience as the associate director of alumni engagement and annual fund at Lehman College, where he played a pivotal role in engaging alumni, fostering donor relationships and overseeing the administration of annual fund gifts. Prior to Lehman, Pagan served as the alumni communications manager at New York City College of Technology, where he saw a significant increase in alumni engagement and successfully executed college-wide campaigns.
“I joined Guttman Community College because I believe in the power of education to transform lives. I love this organization and its mission of enacting, engaging and empowering our community to shape a brighter future together,” said Pagan. “Together, we can make a meaningful difference and inspire positive change. It is an honor to be part of this journey, and I am looking forward to showcasing the College’s incredible accomplishments to help build support that will impact and make a difference in the lives of Guttman’s students and alumni.”
With a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence, Robert is poised to make a significant impact in his new role at Guttman, bringing strategic insights and innovative approaches to alumni engagement and development initiatives. His proven ability to cultivate relationships, drive results and lead transformative projects underscores his value as a dynamic leader in the field.
The Guttman community looks forward to collaborating with Pagan to further strengthen alumni engagement and development efforts. Robert’s impressive background and dedication to excellence make him a valuable addition to our team.
Pagan holds a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Lehman College and is an alumnus of New York University’s Leonard Stern School of Business.
Stella and Charles Guttman Community College was CUNY’s first new community college in more than forty years. Reimagining what community college could be, Guttman opened its doors in Manhattan in August 2012 to create a research-based, innovative model focused on moving students efficiently toward graduation. Offering associate degree programs in a nurturing environment, the College’s three-year graduation rate consistently surpasses the national average, and most graduates transfer to senior colleges. Guttman is federally designated as a Hispanic-serving institution and minority-serving institution with more than 85% of the student population identifying as Latine or Black/African American. The College was named the best community college in America in 2020 and the top community college in New York State for 2020, 2021 and 2022 by Niche.com and other ranking agencies.
