Wishing Judy Malone Well
Feb. 2, 2023
President Chrite announced that Vice President and General Counsel Judy Malone will retire at the end of the academic year after 15 years at Bentley. He also shared an update on the timing for the search for Bentley's next general counsel.
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Reflecting on a Difficult Week
Jan. 28, 2023
President Chrite reflected on a difficult week in America following the release of the video of the beating by police officers of Tyre Nichols, which led to his death, and several shootings in California.
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Working Together for a Stronger Future
Jan. 25, 2023
President Chrite welcomed the community back to campus for the start of the spring semester, encouraging all to get involved with the many ways that Bentley will shape its future through the Falcons Forward 2030 Strategic Plan.
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Sharing News of the Tragic Passing of a Bentley Student
Jan. 20, 2023
President Chrite shared a note with the community announcing that a Bentley student had passed away before the start of the spring semester.
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Announcing Bentley's Continuation of NECHE Accreditation
Dec. 13, 2022
President Chrite shared an update with the community announcing the continuation of NECHE accreditation for the next 10 years following an extensive two-year review.
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Supporting the Bentley Community during Difficult Times
Nov. 21, 2022
Following recent tragedies in Waltham, Mass. at neighboring Brandeis University and an attack on the LGBTQ+ community in Colorado Springs, Colo., President Chrite shared words of support with students, faculty and staff at Bentley.
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Congratulating Vice President and Dean of Students Andrew Shepardson
Nov. 17, 2022
President Chrite shared with the community news of Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Andrew Shepardson’s recent reception of the Region I Scott Goodnight Award for Outstanding Performance as a Chief Student Affairs Officer by NASPA, the national association of college student affairs professionals.
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Announcing the Claudette Blot Multicultural Center Lounge
Nov. 15, 2022
President Chrite shared plans with the community for renovations to Bentley’s Multicultural Center lounge, which will be renamed for longtime staff member Claudette Blot.
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Falcons Forward 2030: Bentley’s Strategic Plan
Oct. 31, 2022
President Chrite shared Falcons Forward 2030 — the new strategic plan for Bentley University — with faculty, staff and students after a year-long process of thoughtful community engagement.
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Announcing the Bentley - Gallup Force for Good Survey Results
Oct. 17, 2022
President Chrite announces the results of a nationwide survey by Bentley and Gallup to understand how Americans think businesses are doing when it comes to making a positive impact on the world -- and where they are falling short.
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Announcing the New Vice President for University Advancement
Sept. 27, 2022
President Chrite introduced the new vice president for University Advancement, who will lead Bentley’s fundraising, cultivation and stewardship efforts.
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New Resources Supporting Equity and Inclusion
Sept. 21, 2022
President Chrite shared an update with the community announcing new resources to support equity and inclusion at Bentley.
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Looking Ahead to an Exciting Fall Semester
Sept. 6, 2022
As the new academic year began, President Chrite reflected on what exciting things the community can look forward to this fall.
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‘We Welcome, Celebrate and Affirm a Broad and Inclusive Community’
Sept. 1, 2022
President Chrite welcomed the Class of 2026, the largest, most diverse in Bentley's history, to campus during the 2022 convocation ceremony.
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Celebrating Juneteenth
June 14, 2022
President Chrite shared a note with the community on the importance of Juneteenth and what the holiday means to him.
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President Chrite Introduces Paul Tesluk as Bentley's Next Provost
June 9, 2022
President Chrite announced that Paul Tesluk would be joining Bentley University as the next provost and vice president for academic affairs from the University at Buffalo, where he most recently served as dean and professor at the School of Management.
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President Chrite's 2022 Commencement Welcome
May 16, 2022
President Chrite welcomed the Class of 2022 and their families and friends to commencement for the first ceremony on campus in three years.
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‘In Solidarity with Buffalo’
May 16, 2022
President Chrite shared a note of support and solidarity for those impacted by the shooting in Buffalo.
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‘Exceptionally Grateful to be Your President’
April 7, 2022
Following the two-day ceremony, President Chrite shared his thanks with the Bentley community for making his inauguration special.
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‘Bentley’s Bold Bets for the Future’
April 7, 2022
In his inauguration address, President Chrite shared his vision for the future of Bentley University as a global leader in shaping and educating the next generation of thoughtful, innovative leaders.
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The Inauguration of President Chrite
April 7, 2022
On April 6, the Bentley community celebrated the inauguration of Dr. E. LaBrent Chrite as the ninth president of Bentley University. More than 1,400 students, faculty, staff, alumni, trustees, friends of the university and representatives of other colleges joined together to celebrate the inauguration during the official installation ceremony in the Bentley Arena.
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President Chrite Shares an Update on the Next Phase of the Strategic Positioning Process
March 30, 2022
President Chrite announced to the community that the strategic positioning process has advanced to its next phase thanks to the thoughtful participation of hundreds of faculty, staff and students.
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President Chrite Announces the Return of Commencement to Campus
March 10, 2022
President Chrite shared with the Class of 2022 and soon-to-be graduates of the McCallum Graduate School of Business that commencement would return to an in-person event on campus for the first time since 2019.
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Academic Affairs Leadership Update
March 3, 2022
President Chrite shares an update with the Bentley community regarding Donna Maria Blancero's departure as provost and plans for the future leadership of Academic Affairs.
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A Statement in Support of Ukraine
March 2, 2022
President Chrite shares a message with the Bentley community in support of Ukraine and those impacted by the Russian invasion and recent crisis.
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A Campus Update on Institutional Equity
Feb. 16, 2022
President Chrite shares an update with the Bentley community on new initiatives aimed at addressing racism, discrimination, bias and gender-based inequity on campus.
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President Chrite Welcomes Students to the Spring 2022 Semester
Jan. 24, 2022
As the spring semester begins, President Chrite welcomes students back to campus and reflects on their continued resolve and commitment in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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A Holiday Message from President Chrite
Dec. 22, 2021
As he celebrates his first holiday season at Bentley, President Chrite talks with students and professors about the resilience of our community during an incredible year.
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Announcing the Provost Search Committee
Dec. 17, 2021
President Chrite shares the members of the Provost Search Committee and provides an update on the process for finding Bentley's next academic leader.
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Advancement VP Maureen Flores to Join BSO
Dec. 14, 2021
President Chrite announces that Vice President for University Advancement Maureen Flores will depart Bentley to work at the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
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Thank You for the Strategic Positioning Feedback
Nov. 19, 2021
President Chrite shares the data and feedback shared by students, faculty and staff in the first four engagement sessions hosted by the university to provide input for the strategic positioning process.
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Donna Maria Blancero to Step Down as Provost
Nov. 16, 2021
President Chrite announces that Provost Donna Maria Blancero will step down in June 2022 and return to teaching at Bentley.
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No Place for Sexual Harassment or Assault
Nov. 1, 2021
President Chrite recommits to being a community that rejects sexual harassment, discrimination, assault or misconduct of any kind.
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Strategic Positioning Process Next Steps
Oct. 7, 2021
President Chrite shares next steps with faculty and staff on the strategic positioning process, as well as the new strategic positioning website.
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A Plan for Bentley's Future
Sept. 28, 2021
President Chrite shares an update on the upcoming strategic positioning process and invites community members to join the planning process.
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Waltham News Tribune: ‘A Year of Black History’ series begins
Sept. 21, 2021
President Chrite is part of the Waltham Public Library's upcoming series celebrating ''A Year of Black History.'' This story features a Q & A previewing his talk on ''The Important Role and History of HBCUs.''
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Announcing Bentley's New Chief Information Officer
Sept. 13, 2021
President Chrite shares an update on new leadership for Bentley's Division of Information Technology.
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Strategic Planning Town Hall Invitation
Sept. 9, 2021
President Chrite shares an invitation for faculty and staff to join an upcoming "Town Hall" to discuss the upcoming strategic planning process.
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Bentley is Back (video)
Sept. 8, 2021
From Move In Day and Convocation to the first football game of the season, this video captures the excitement of the new year with narration from President Chrite's first convocation speech as the university's new leader.
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Back to Business
Sept. 7, 2021
President Chrite's message to students, faculty and staff to start the new academic year.
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‘We Expect Great Things from You’
Sept. 2, 2021
President Chrite welcomes new students to Bentley at the convocation ceremony in the Bentley Arena.
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Vaccination Requirement for Faculty and Staff
July 27, 2021
President Chrite announces that faculty and staff will join students in being required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect the campus community.
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New York Times: Historically Black Colleges Finally Get the Spotlight
July 18, 2021
President Chrite offers insight for this article which highlights that, despite the recent influx in donations, some HBCUs are still struggling to survive.
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A Busy First Week
June 3, 2021
Scenes from President Chrite's first few days on campus.
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Q and A with President Brent Chrite
June 1, 2021
Best advice you've received? Most interesting place you've visited? Learn more about Bentley's ninth president in this question and answer story.
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‘Ready and Eager to Get to Work’
June 1, 2021
President Chrite's message to students, faculty and staff on his first day as Bentley's ninth president.
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Video: ‘I'm Excited about What We Can Build Together’
June 1, 2021
President Chrite walks out his front door and onto campus, meeting with students and touring the campus on his first morning as Bentley's president.
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Boston Globe: Bentley Names First Black President
March 17, 2021
Bentley announces experienced higher education leader Brent Chrite will be the university's next president.
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Boston Business Journal: Bentley University Names First Black President
March 17, 2021
President-elect Brent Chrite discusses his appointment as the ninth president in Bentley's 104-year history.
Waltham News Tribune: Waltham's Bentley University Names New President
March 17, 2021
Bentley's appointment of Brent Chrite as president-elect is featured.
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The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education: The First Black President of Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts
March 22, 2021
The announcement of Brent Chrite as the next leader of Bentley University is highlighted.
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Bentley Names E. LaBrent Chrite its Ninth President
March 17, 2021
The university's board of trustees voted unanimously in favor of Dr. Chrite, the president at Bethune-Cookman University and former dean of the University of Denver’s Daniels College of Business, following a nationwide search and with input from Bentley students, faculty, staff and alumni.