John Collins, Harvard University 

John Collins is a higher education leader, librarian, and nonprofit executive with extensive experience in academic administration, library innovation, and international education. He served for nearly three decades at Harvard University and the Harvard Graduate School of Education, where he directed the Monroe C. Gutman Library and held faculty leadership roles.

Phyllis Noda, Eastern Michigan University

Phyllis A. Noda is an accomplished educational leader, researcher, and consultant with decades of experience advancing equity, innovation, and organizational excellence in education and community development. As President and CEO of CESAR, Inc., she provides research, evaluation, strategic planning, and program development services to educational institutions, government agencies, and private-sector organizations.

Barry Pritzker, Skidmore College

Barry Pritzker is an experienced grant writer, editor, and advancement professional with more than three decades of expertise in fundraising, nonprofit development, and strategic communications. As a freelance writer and editor since 1993, he has helped organizations secure funding through compelling grant proposals, research, and donor-focused communications. Pritzker also served as Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations at Skidmore College, where he cultivated partnerships and advanced institutional fundraising efforts.

Diane Young, University of Minnesota 

Diane Young is an accomplished advancement and fundraising professional with more than three decades of service to higher education. She spent 15 years as Development Director for Global Programs and Strategy Alliance at the University of Minnesota, leading philanthropic initiatives that supported international education, global engagement, and strategic partnerships. Prior to that, she served for 17 years with the University of Minnesota Foundation, helping cultivate donor relationships and advance the university's mission through charitable giving.

For renewing Board Members please visit the current board page.