Dr. Boglárka Kiss has been named Dean of Liberal Arts. Dr. Kiss brings a rare blend of strategic leadership, creative practice, and student-centered impact to her work. She began her career as a management consultant at McKinsey & Company, delivering results in the healthcare and technology industries and contributing to the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s successful brand revitalization and its move to the now-iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall.
She later built a thriving freelance music career in Los Angeles while serving as a full professor at Pasadena City College for eleven years. During that time, she supported countless students on their journey into meaningful careers as performers, conductors, educators, and technicians—many of whom now give back to their communities through the arts and education.
As a lead regional coordinator for Guided Pathways, instructional dean, and economic development director, Dr. Kiss partnered closely with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders to drive inclusive strategic planning and execution. Her work helped improve equitable student outcomes statewide and expanded paid internship opportunities for program completers across California.
Known for her compassion, creativity, and no-nonsense transparency, Dr. Kiss is deeply committed to inclusive leadership and to turning vision into measurable, lasting results.
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