Boris Vilic

Boris Vilic, a specialist in innovative technologies, customer satisfaction and employee training, has been appointed executive director and associate dean of the College of Continuing Studies (CCS) at Rider University. He began his new position last month.

Vilic comes to Rider from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA, where he served as director of technology and faculty team leader for the computer systems technology curriculum for the School of Leadership and Professional Advancement, the University’s continuing education unit.

“Boris was an ideal candidate for Rider,” said Dr. Phyllis Frakt, vice president for academic affairs and provost. “I am confident that he will work effectively and creatively to advance Rider and the College of Continuing Studies. I am also confident that academic colleagues will enjoy getting to know him and working with him on exciting projects.”

Jamie O’Hara, vice president for enrollment management, concurs. “Boris will be a great asset to Rider University and all the new academic undertakings we are looking to accomplish over the coming years,” said O’Hara.

Vilic joined Duquesne University in 1996 as coordinator of distance learning. While there, he developed and implemented a variety of credit programs in traditional and online formats, including a master of science in leadership and information technology. In addition to developing online programs, Vilic has experienced creating online student and faculty service applications, building collaborative programs, and leading a growing adult education program.

His work has earned him critical acclaim. Vilic’s projects won the Creative Uses of Technology Award from the Association for Continuing Higher Education in two consecutive years. He was also honored with the 2005 Nofflet Williams Up and Coming Leadership Award from the University Continuing Education Association and Distinguished Faculty Award from the School of Leadership and Professional Advancement at Duquesne. Vilic’s work has been published in “Syllabus” and the “Ed Journal.” He recently co-authored a book chapter that focuses on academic integrity in the online environment and has presented his work at national and regional conferences.

Vilic holds an MBA in marketing from Duquesne University and a B.S. degree in administration and management from La Roche College in Pittsburgh.