Manhattanville President Frank D. Sánchez, Ph.D. Named in ‘2026 Trailblazers in Higher Education’ List

Purchase, NY, June 2026 – Manhattanville University President Frank D. Sánchez, Ph.D., has been included in this year’s list of “2026 Trailblazers in Higher Education.” The list is compiled by City and State NY, which covers New York’s local and state politics and policy.

Here’s what City and State NY said about Dr. Sánchez:

“Frank Sánchez is embracing innovation and shaping the future of Manhattanville University. Sánchez, who took over at the private liberal arts institution in 2023, has revamped the curriculum and expanded marketing and recruitment efforts far beyond New York. The former CUNY official has also increased Manhattanville’s applications by 65% and new student enrollment by 20%, launched workforce partnerships across industries and delivered a greater return on investment for students.”

The “2026 Trailblazers in Higher Education” list includes top personnel at both large and small schools and well as public officials, advocates, and organizers who are playing a key role in reimagining higher education in New York.

“Having President Sánchez included in the list of the top trailblazers in higher education in New York is quite an honor,” said Michael Dunn ’77, Chair of Manhattanville’s Board of Trustees. “It reflects his continued hard work and dedication to Manhatanville University. I’m proud of the work he has done and continues to do to make sure Manhattanville is an exceptional place of higher learning.”

In 2026, Manhattanville launched several new learning pathways for students. The University announced a new Valiant Fast Track Bachelor’s Program, an innovative three-year residential bachelor’s degree designed for traditionally aged undergraduate students seeking a rigorous, career-oriented education without compromising the full college experience. The University also announced a new Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, a fully online, flexible degree that can be completed in as little as one year. Manhattanville introduced a new Master of Public Health (MPH) program that addresses growing global and community health needs, combining data-driven insight with human-centered leadership and a strong emphasis on equity and social impact. Manhattanville also introduced a new 36-credit Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Special Education, designed for individuals who are not already certified teachers.

About Manhattanville University
Manhattanville University (formerly Manhattanville College) is a private liberal arts institution dedicated to academic excellence, purposeful education, and social responsibility. “U.S. News and World Report” ranks Manhattanville among the Top Performers of Social Mobility in Regional Universities North. The university has been recognized among the best colleges in The Princeton Review for close to 20 years. Located 30 miles from New York City on a 100-acre suburban campus in the heart of Westchester County, Manhattanville enables easy access to entertainment offerings, educational resources, and business opportunities for its diverse student body. The university serves more than 1,400 undergraduate students and nearly 1,000 graduate students from more than 44 countries and 33 states. Founded in 1841, the university offers more than 75 undergraduate and graduate areas of study in the arts and sciences, education, nursing and health sciences, business, and creative writing, as well as continuing and executive education programs. Graduate students can choose from over 70 graduate and certificate programs. Extracurricular offerings include more than 45 clubs and activities, and 23 NCAA Division III teams. For more information, visit mville.edu