Eastern Connecticut State University Executive and Leadership Team

Marcus Grant, the President at Eastern Connecticut State University, provides overarching strategic direction and executive leadership for the entire institution. Grant guides the university's mission to deliver high-quality liberal arts and professional education, fostering an environment of academic rigor and student success. This role involves significant engagement with the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education and other key stakeholders to advance the university's goals and financial stability. Marcus Grant champions initiatives that enhance the student experience, support faculty research, and strengthen community partnerships. The President oversees the university's organizational structure, including its three distinct schools, ensuring cohesive operations and effective resource allocation to meet the evolving needs of higher education.

Maggie Montague, the President at Eastern Connecticut State University, directs the strategic vision and operational execution for the university's academic and administrative functions. Montague leads efforts to uphold the institution's commitment to accessible, comprehensive liberal arts and professional studies, ensuring educational programs meet current industry demands and societal needs. This leadership position involves fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration among faculty and staff, driving advancements across the School of Arts and Sciences, the School of Education and Professional Studies, and the School of Continuing Education. Maggie Montague works to enhance the university's reputation and impact within the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system and beyond. The President's focus remains on student development, institutional growth, and maintaining the highest standards of educational quality.

Garrett Bozylinsky, the Chief Information Officer at Eastern Connecticut State University, directs the university's comprehensive technology strategy and infrastructure. Bozylinsky oversees all aspects of information technology, ensuring robust and secure systems that support academic, administrative, and research functions across the institution. This leadership role involves managing the IT department's budget, personnel, and operational efficiency, aligning technology investments with the university's educational mission. Garrett Bozylinsky drives innovation in digital learning environments and enhances student and faculty access to critical technological resources. The Chief Information Officer ensures the seamless integration of new technologies to support Eastern Connecticut State University's evolving academic and operational needs, maintaining high standards for data integrity and cybersecurity across all university platforms.

Brenda Whalen, the Associate Chief Information Officer at Eastern Connecticut State University, collaborates closely with the Chief Information Officer to execute the university's technology vision. Whalen focuses on the operational management of IT services, including network infrastructure, user support, and system maintenance, ensuring reliable access for students, faculty, and staff. This position involves supervising IT teams, managing project implementations, and developing policies that enhance technological efficiency and security. Brenda Whalen plays a crucial part in supporting the university's three schools—the School of Arts and Sciences, the School of Education and Professional Studies, and the School of Continuing Education—by providing essential technological frameworks. The Associate Chief Information Officer ensures that all IT operations directly contribute to Eastern Connecticut State University's commitment to academic excellence and administrative effectiveness.