Randy A. Goin Jr., Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

Some of the best decisions in life are unplanned. More than two decades ago, an opportunity presented itself to work for my alma mater—helping the university I loved with communications, development, and marketing efforts. Having done similar work in the private sector, I soon found there was something very special about being an advocate for a place that so profoundly impacted my own life. It was a deeply personal experience, and I didn’t realize at the time how much it would change the trajectory of my life—launching my career in higher ed. In the years that followed, my responsibilities and roles expanded beyond public affairs to include policy leadership. That sharpened my understanding for why we must do all we can to remove barriers that stand in a person’s path to achieving their higher education goals.In my current role, I work with a great team of university, government, and business leaders who are committed to advancing the mission of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Right now, we are focused on transforming our system of public universities to be more collaborative and to better meet the needs of the state. It’s an exciting time to be part of the State System and to have a hand in shaping its future.Every young person—no matter their background—should have the opportunity to fulfill their dreams. And if that includes obtaining a college degree, I want to do everything possible to make that happen. Having been a first-generation college student, I know personally how higher education can open doors of opportunity in places where I didn't even know such doors existed. It is that powerful.

Listed skills include Leadership, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Nonprofits, and 15 others.