When it comes to fostering an inclusive and empowering campus environment, Barnabus Perry (he/him) is leading the charge at Pace University’s Pleasantville Campus. As the Coordinator for the Office of Multicultural Affairs (ōMA), he brings years of experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion, student support services, and programmatic initiatives to his new role.
Joining the Pace Community in November 2024, Perry quickly made it clear that student engagement and retention are at the heart of his mission. Whether mentoring student leaders, guiding student clubs and organizations, or creating spaces where students feel seen and supported, he remains steadfast in his commitment to being student-facing and student-focused.
For Perry, multiculturalism and DEI aren’t just talking points—they’re his passion. He serves as a resource, advocate, and partner for students, ensuring that ōMA is not just an office but a hub for connection, education, and empowerment. His leadership is already shaping a stronger, more inclusive Pace Community, and he’s just getting started.
What is your role in ōMA? What does a typical workday look like?
Along with leading programming and student support initiatives, I also focus on student scholarship advising, employability initiatives, and student advocacy within the Office of Multicultural Affairs. One of the key groups I support is the newly created Gosin Student Network Scholarship. My role also includes amplifying student voices and ensuring that equity and inclusivity remain central to the student experience at Pace.
What are you most looking forward to in the Spring 2025 semester? Are there any upcoming Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion events and programs?
I'm excited to host new programming initiatives, partner with other campus offices, and collaborate with student clubs and organizations. Our first major event of the semester was the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Nonviolence March and Social, which took place on Thursday, January 30. I’m also looking forward to continuing our presence at university events and expanding multicultural trainings and programs for students.
What excites you most about working with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Department at Pace?
As a policy-oriented and solution-focused team member, I’m eager to contribute to developing, assessing, and streamlining operational standards across the university. Beyond programming and student support, I want to help ensure that Pace remains aligned with its mission and vision—creating best practices that enhance the student experience.
Additionally, I’m committed to fostering opportunities for students while also deepening my own engagement within the Pace Community. I plan to get involved with various departmental, divisional, and university-wide committees and councils, allowing me to collaborate with and support the incredible people who make Pace what it is.
Learn more about Pace’s Office of Multicultural Affairs.
