A Black History Month Message from MCNY President, Dr. Charles J. Gibbs
Writing the Next Chapter: Together…We Rise! Black History Month is not just about reflection—it is about recognition, truth, and the responsibility to shape what comes next. For too long, Black history has been sanitized, rewritten, or erased altogether. But history lives in the people who continue to push forward, defy limits, and build futures that were once unimaginable. At [...]
Dr. Charles J. Gibbs Named 2025 Black Trailblazer by City & State New York
February 3. 2025 Metropolitan College of New York proudly celebrates a historic moment: our first African American President, Dr. Charles J. Gibbs, has been named one of the 2025 Black Trailblazer by City & State New York during Black History Month. Dr. Charles J. Gibbs is no stranger to breaking barriers. A visionary leader, he has spent his career [...]
MCNY Welcomes Dr. Hamilton Raymond as Vice President for Enrollment Management & Student Affairs
January 8, 2025 Dear Members of the MCNY Community, It is with great enthusiasm that I announce and welcome Dr. Hamilton Raymond as the new Vice President for Enrollment Management & Student Affairs at Metropolitan College of New York. I would like to take a moment to say thank you, Dean of Students Clotilde Ibarra, for stepping in as [...]
Metropolitan College of New York (MCNY) Partners with Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas – ESPE to Advance Global Education in Emergency and Disaster Management
New York, NY 12/17/24 — Metropolitan College of New York (MCNY) and Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas – ESPE have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a partnership aimed at fostering global collaboration in education, research, and professional development. The agreement was signed by Col. C.S.M. Víctor Emilio Villavicencio Álvarez, Ph.D., Rector of ESPE, and Charles J. [...]
MCNY President Dr. Charles J. Gibbs Inspires with his Alumni Story In Howard University’s “Beyond the Yard”
From student-athlete to college president: Charles J. Gibbs’ remarkable journey By Kelvin Childs in Beyond The Yard, Howard University's Alumni Newsletter Charles J. Gibbs (’91, BBA; ’04, MEd; ’20, EdD) stands as a testament to the transformative power of education. He credits Howard University not only for sharpening his skills and talents but also for preparing him to lead [...]
Dr. Charles J. Gibbs Named to City & State’s 2024 Responsible 100
December 12, 2024 - Metropolitan College of New York (MCNY) proudly congratulates its President, Dr. Charles J. Gibbs, on being named one of the 2024 Responsible 100 honorees. This prestigious recognition, awarded by City & State, celebrates civic-minded leaders who demonstrate a profound commitment to serving New York’s communities. Dr. Gibbs’ leadership at MCNY embodies the essence of Purpose-Centered [...]





