Schools

Governor Appoints 3 to Framingham State University Board

Framingham Public Schools Chief Academic Officer Sonia Diaz among the trio of appointees.

Governor Charlie Baker appointed 3 new members to the boards of trustees at Framingham State University.

Appointed were:

  • Sonia Diaz
  • Mike Grilli
  • Brian Herr

β€œI am thrilled to appoint these distinguished leaders to our Commonwealth’s higher education boards,” said Governor Charlie Baker, in a statement. β€œTheir breadth and depth of experience both in their careers and philanthropic activities will be - and in many cases, continue to be - invaluable to our universities.”

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β€œWe are focused on creating and supporting regional strategies to solve our most difficult challenges, and our institutions of higher education play a central role in making these efforts a success,” said Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito, in a press release. β€œOur colleges and universities play a central role in helping to improve education at all levels, and I thank these individuals for stepping forward to serve.”

β€œI look forward to working with all trustees as we strive to bring the higher education system in Massachusetts to the next level,” said Education Secretary Jim Peyser. β€œI thank all of the outgoing trustees for their service and contributions to the Commonwealth.”

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