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Lisa Fastenberg, PhD—associate professor and chair of Pace University’s Mathematics Department—has been appointed to the Board of Trustees. A leader in math education and student success for over two decades, she’s now bringing her expertise to guide Pace’s future.

From individual accolades, first ever team wins, and the 2024 Pace Athletics Hall of Fame, the opening months of the school year have been filled with great success on and off respective playing fields.

At Pace University, learning from the best isn't just a promise—it's a reality. Meet the seven extraordinary professionals-turned-professors shaping the next generation of leaders. From theater to law, nursing to AI, these educators bring world-class experience and passion to every lecture.

Nathan Lanum ’25 combines his passion for playwriting and activism in Pace’s BA in Writing for Diversity and Equity in Theater and Media. With guidance from inspiring mentors and involvement in projects like founding an improv club, Nathan is using his creativity to drive meaningful change.

Growing up in a modest family in Eastern Europe, hard work wasn’t just a value for Remila Jasharllari ’25—it was a way of life. “My parents did not have the luxury of college degrees, but they gave me something even greater: the passion for education and learning, and the belief that I could dream bigger than I ever thought,” shared Remila. “As the first in my family to pursue a degree beyond high school, every step felt monumental – graduating college, receiving my acceptance letter from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, and walking into my first class. It was not always an easy journey, and I had my own moments of doubt, but I will always honor where I came from while creating opportunities for those who come after me.”

Pace President Marvin Krislov contributes an insightful piece to Forbes, offering a list of New Year’s resolutions for students. He frames them as essential survival strategies for thriving, not just in school, but in life.

Elisabeth Haub School of Law Professor Leslie Garfield Tenzer provides legal insight to USA Today about the Supreme Court throwing TikTok a potential lifeline agreeing to quickly hear the company’s challenge to a law requiring it be sold or face a ban in the U.S. this month.

Economics Professor Mark Weinstock speaks with News 12 about the minimum wage increasing to $16.50 per hour in New York City, Long Island and Westchester, and $15.50 for the rest of the state.

College of Health Professions Interim Co-Dean Esma Paljevic co-authored an op-ed in NYN Media that highlights the crucial role of nursing faculty in addressing the nursing shortage crisis.

Lubin Professor Andrew Coggins Jr. provides expert insight to Money Geek on the best business travel credit cards for airline miles in 2025.