Metropolitan College of New York Welcomes
Dr. Greta R. Strong and Robert L. Bacon, Jr. to Board of Trustees

New York, NY — March 25, 2026 – Metropolitan College of New York (MCNY) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Greta R. Strong, Ed.D., M.Sc., MPA, HS-BCP, and Robert L. Bacon, Jr. to its Board of Trustees. These distinguished leaders bring a wealth of experience in health care, public policy, higher education, finance, mentorship, and philanthropy that will help guide the College’s continued growth and future direction.

Dr. Greta R. Strong

Dr. Greta R. Strong, Ed.D., M.Sc., MPA, HS-BCP, is a proud alumna of Metropolitan College of New York whose career reflects a deep commitment to service, leadership, and advancing opportunity for others. A scholar-practitioner in health care administration, public policy, and community health advocacy, she serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at Weill Cornell Medicine and as an Adjunct Professor in MCNY’s Master of Public Administration and Policy program, where she mentors and inspires the next generation of public service leaders. She also serves as Dissertation Committee Chair in the Doctor of Education Executive Leadership program at St. John Fisher University. Dr. Strong holds a Doctor of Education in Executive Leadership from St. John Fisher University, a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Touro University, and both an MPA and a BBA from MCNY. She is also a Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner.

Robert L. Bacon, Jr. is a Partner and Executive Vice President at CastleOak Securities, where he serves as Head of Capital Markets and Syndicate, leading the firm’s origination and distribution across global debt and equity markets. Over the course of his career, he has helped more than 60 percent of Fortune 100 companies access capital, contributing to transactions totaling over $5 trillion. His leadership and financial expertise bring valuable strategic perspective to Metropolitan College of New York as a member of the Board of Trustees. Robert was recognized as both a National Merit Scholar and a National Achievement Scholar and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with honors from Howard University. He holds FINRA Series 7, 63, 79, and 24 licenses. Deeply committed to mentorship and philanthropy, Mr. Bacon actively supports initiatives that expand access to education and career pathways for young people. His dedication to opening doors and guiding the next generation closely reflects MCNY’s mission and the promise of Purpose-Centered Education.

“We are proud to welcome Dr. Strong and Mr. Bacon to the Metropolitan College of New York Board of Trustees,” said Gary P. Jenkins, MPA ’06, Chairman of the Board. “Their professional accomplishments, commitment to service, and broad leadership experience will play an important role in helping MCNY continue to grow with purpose. Dr. Strong brings deep insight in health care, education, and public policy, while Mr. Bacon offers exceptional expertise in finance, strategy, and capital markets. Together, their perspectives will help strengthen our Board and support the future of this institution.”

Dr. Charles J. Gibbs, President of Metropolitan College of New York, also welcomed the new trustees. “We are honored to welcome Dr. Greta Strong and Robert Bacon, Jr. to the Board of Trustees,” said President Gibbs. “Their expertise, leadership, and dedication to expanding opportunity will help frame the future of MCNY at an important time in our history. Dr. Strong’s presence as an alumna brings even greater meaning to this moment. Alumni who serve on our Board understand the student journey in a personal way, and they stand as role models for what our Scholars can achieve through hard work, service, and Purpose-Centered Education.”

The appointments of Dr. Strong and Mr. Bacon reflect MCNY’s continued commitment to building a Board of Trustees that brings vision, excellence, and a strong connection to the communities the College serves.

About Metropolitan College of New York

For over 60 years, Metropolitan College of New York (MCNY) has maintained a tradition of offering highly motivated adult learners an education that combines applied skills with professional knowledge, fostering personal transformation and positive change in workplaces and communities. MCNY is a private, nonprofit college accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The College is home to three schools: the Audrey Cohen School for Human Services and Education, the School for Business, and the School for Public Affairs and Administration. Recognized as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI), a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), and a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), MCNY is dedicated to serving a significant percentage of students of color, particularly from underrepresented communities.

Founded in 1964 by Audrey Cohen, an educational visionary and activist, MCNY’s mission has remained steadfast, emphasizing Purpose-Centered Education to empower students to achieve their academic and professional goals.

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