Pace University News

Every Commencement celebrates achievement. This one challenged the Class of 2026 to look beyond the diploma and embrace the uncertainty, opportunity, and purpose that define the road ahead.

What can dogs teach us about ourselves? Through the Dog Lab, Dyson College assistant professor Molly Byrne, PhD, is using innovative virtual research to uncover new insights into canine and human behavior alike.

With record-breaking fundraising, growing alumni engagement, and a bold vision for Pace’s next chapter, Vincent D. Clark has been appointed Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations after leading the University through two historic years of philanthropic momentum.

Pace Women's Lacrosse added another memorable postseason run to its growing legacy. The Setters once again proved they belong among the nation's best.

From a 390-foot crane to thousands of new light fixtures, the transformation of One Pace Plaza East is a story told in big numbers, bold spaces, and behind-the-scenes precision. Go inside the construction of Pace’s future-facing downtown campus hub—one seat, studio, stage, and catwalk at a time.

Pace Esports raised the bar in 2025–26, capturing conference championships, making deep national tournament runs, and proving they can compete with the country's best. See how the Setters turned a record-breaking season into a statement for the program.

From virtual patients to real-world readiness, students are training in high-stakes scenarios before they ever enter a clinic. Nancy Owen reveals how AI is reshaping that experience at Pace’s Center for Excellence in Healthcare Simulation.

For Brenda Latham-Sadler, MD, ’78, Pace was more than a place to earn a degree—it was the foundation for a remarkable career in medicine and service. As she celebrates retirement after decades as a physician and professor, Brenda reflects on the close-knit biology program, supportive faculty, and lasting friendships that helped shape her journey.

From Peabody-winning storytelling and major musical theatre honors to global AI collaboration and civic engagement tied to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Pace faculty are earning national and international recognition for work that reaches far beyond the classroom.

Pace University associate professor of biology Jeanmaire Molina’s decade-long effort to cultivate endangered Rafflesia reflects the power of faculty research to advance global conservation through community partnership.