Office of the President
A Message from President Dr. Larry D. Johnson, Jr.
Dear Bronx Community College Community,
With deep gratitude and great enthusiasm, I write to you as the incoming President of Bronx Community College, effective July 14, 2025, pending CUNY Board of Trustees approval.
From the very first conversation with members of the search committee to engaging with faculty, staff, students, and partners, I have felt the brilliance, energy, and resilience that make Bronx Community College the crown jewel of the Bronx. This is a college defined by possibility—anchored in equity, powered by its people, and driven by the boundless potential of our students.
This college has shone brightly and expanded opportunity under the leadership of Interim President Milton Santiago and past President Thomas A. Isekenegbe, who have each contributed meaningfully to BCC’s legacy. I’m grateful for their service as I continue this journey with a new vision forward.
We now stand at the threshold of a new chapter—one we will write together. It will be shaped by our shared values, informed by our proud history, and driven by our unshakable belief in the promise of every student. I am honored to serve alongside you as we reimagine what is possible for our college, our community, and our collective future.
From my early conversations across campus, three guiding pillars emerged — Belonging. Collaborating. Communicating. These values will shape how we work, lead, and grow. They also serve as the foundation for my 100-Day Presidential Plan — a roadmap designed to build trust, create momentum, and deepen our sense of shared purpose.
I look forward to meeting with and collaborating with you in the future. Have a great day and know that the best is yet to come.
With gratitude and anticipation,
Dr. Larry D. Johnson, Jr. (“Dr. J”)
President
Bronx Community College
About The President
Dr. Larry D. Johnson Jr. began his tenure as the seventh president of CUNY Bronx Community College (BCC) in July, 2025. An accomplished educator and advocate for community colleges and their students, Dr. Johnson joins BCC after four years of innovative leadership as president of CUNY’s Guttman Community College, where he contributed to the College’s historic enrollment growth.
President Johnson has demonstrated a strong commitment to the transformative mission of community colleges throughout his career – at CUNY and in his previous posts around the country, Prior to arriving at CUNY, Johnson was a leader and faculty member at community colleges in Arizona, Florida, Georgia and Missouri.
Meet With The President
President Johnson values open communication and is eager to hear directly from members of the BCC community. If you’d like to share your thoughts, ask questions, or discuss any topic that matters to you, please use the button below to request a meeting. Every voice matters—let’s connect!
President’s Strategy & Implementation Team
A working strategy meeting focused on translating institutional priorities into coordinated action. This team aligns cross-divisional strategies, tracks progress on key initiatives, and ensures effective execution across all major areas of the college.
Eddy Bayardelle, Ph.D.
Vice President for Advancement, Communications and External Relations
718-289-5877
eddy.bayardelle@bcc.cuny.edu
Robert E. Diaz
Interim Executive Legal Counsel, Deputy to the President and Labor Designee
718-289-5809
Robert.Diaz03@bcc.cuny.edu
Raymond Galinski
Dean, Office of Institutional Effectiveness
718-289-5330
raymond.galinski@bcc.cuny.edu
Bernard Gantt, Ph.D
Vice President of Enrollment Management
718-289-5887
bernard.gantt@bcc.cuny.edu
Richard Ginsberg
Assistant Vice President of Communications and Marketing
718-289-5770
richard.ginsberg@bcc.cuny.edu
Octavio Gomez
Interim Vice President for Administration
718-289-5383
octavio.gomez@bcc.cuny.edu
Ronnie Hector
Executive Director
718-530-7045
ronnie.hector@bcc.cuny.edu
Manny Lopez, Ph.D.
Interim Vice President for Student Success
718-289-5864
manny.lopez@bcc.cuny.edu
Luisa Martich
Assistant Vice President/Chief Information Officer
718-289-5168
luisa.martich@bcc.cuny.edu
Luis Montenegro, Ph.D.
Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost
718-289-5139
luis.montenegro@bcc.cuny.edu
Grisselle Nadal
Interim Chief Diversity Officer/Director
718-289-5487
grisselle.nadal@bcc.cuny.edu
Errol Olton
Executive Chief of Staff & Special Advisor to the President
718-289-5151
errol.olton@bcc.cuny.edu
Jessenia Paoli, Esq.
Interim Assistant Vice President for Student Success
718-289-5962
jessenia.paoli@bcc.cuny.edu
Andrea Pinnock
Assistant VP of Finance and Administration
718-289-5562
andrea.pinnock@bcc.cuny.edu
David Taylor
Assistant VP of Campus Operations
718-289-5598
david.taylor@bcc.cuny.edu
The President’s Corner Newsletter
The President is excited to share current and relevant news that supports the mission of the College. In each edition of the newsletter, readers will learn more about BCC, its dynamic faculty and staff, and talented and motivated current and former students.
Our Engagement
The President is excited to share engagement with students, faculty, staff and our community!
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