Berkeley College President Michael J. Smith Named Icon Award Recipient by NJBIZ

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Contact: Ilene Greenfield
Director of Media Relations
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BERKELEY COLLEGE PRESIDENT MICHAEL J. SMITH NAMED ICON AWARD RECIPIENT BY NJBIZ

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Berkeley College President Michael J. Smith is one of 53 esteemed leaders of New Jersey organizations, over the age of 60, selected by the business publication NJBIZ for exemplary contributions, success, and leadership as a 2021 NJBIZ Icon. Smith’s 25-year career at Berkeley College and BES, (formerly Berkeley Educational Services, Inc.) and professional accomplishments in finance, higher education, and public service over nearly four decades, reflect the many facets of his talents.

In his message to the Berkeley College community, Chairman Kevin L. Luing said, “Michael truly represents Berkeley’s No. 1 principle that the student always comes first.” 

Media enterprises like NJBIZ and City & State New York, which recently named Smith to the Higher Education Power 100 list, recognize leaders for their impact. 

To view the NJBIZ Icon list, visit: 2021's NJBIZ ICON Awards winners - NJBIZ.

Berkeley College celebrates its 90th anniversary in 2021. The theme commemorating this milestone is “Empowering Lives for 90 Years!” Visit the 90th Anniversary webpage for more information.

About Berkeley College
Berkeley College, founded in 1931, is a career-focused institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education that offers students Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Associate’s degree and Certificate programs in more than 20 career fields. The College also offers continuing education programs to enhance career credentials.

Berkeley College has campuses in Newark, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Woodland Park, NJ, as well as in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains, NY, with more than 4,900 students enrolled. In addition, Berkeley College Online® serves a global population. U.S. News & World Report has named Berkeley College among the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor’s Programs and among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans, for eight consecutive years. The website address is www.BerkeleyCollege.edu.

The mission of Berkeley College is to empower students to achieve lifelong success in dynamic careers.

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