Frank Macchiarola facts for kids

Frank J. Macchiarola (born April 7, 1941 – died December 18, 2012) was an important American leader in education and public service. He worked as a lawyer, a university leader, and helped run parts of the government.

He was the President of St. Francis College for many years, from 1996 to 2008. After that, he became the Chancellor of the college until he passed away.

Early Life and Education

Frank Macchiarola grew up in Flatbush, Brooklyn. He went to St. Francis College and earned a degree in History in 1962.

Later, he studied law at Columbia Law School. He also earned a Ph.D. from Columbia University, which is a very high academic degree.

Career in Education and Public Service

Frank Macchiarola held many important jobs in education in New York City. He worked at Columbia University, Yeshiva University, City College of New York, and St. Francis College.

Before leading colleges, Macchiarola was the New York City School Chancellor from 1978 to 1983. In this big role, he was in charge of the education for over a million students in New York City schools.

During that time, he also helped manage New York City's money problems. After that, he became the president of the New York City Partnership, a group that helps businesses and communities.

Teaching and Leadership Roles

Macchiarola was a professor at the City University of New York for many years. He taught at City College of New York, Baruch College, and the CUNY Graduate Center. He taught political science and was a vice president at the CUNY Graduate School.

From 1988 to 1991, he taught business law at Columbia University's Graduate School of Business. He also taught education at Teachers College of Columbia University.

Later, from 1991 to 1996, he was the dean and a professor of law at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University. He taught important subjects like contracts and legal writing.

Leading St. Francis College

Frank Macchiarola became the President of St. Francis College in 1996. During his time as president, he helped the college grow.

He oversaw the building of new facilities, including the Anthony J. Genovesi Athletic Center. Another building, the Academic Center, was later renamed the Frank & Mary Macchiarola Center to honor him and his wife. He also helped start a special program where students could earn both a bachelor's and master's degree in accounting in five years.

In 2008, he became the Chancellor of St. Francis College and served in that role until his death.

Community Involvement

Frank Macchiarola was very active in public service. In 2003, Mayor Michael Bloomberg asked him to lead the New York City Charter Revision Commission. This group helps decide how the city's government works.

He also helped settle a strike by musicians on Broadway in 2003, which helped bring shows back. He was involved in drawing the lines for City Council districts and congressional districts.

Macchiarola was a member of many important groups. These included the New York City Campaign Finance Board and the New York City Water Board. He also served on the boards of civic organizations like the Brooklyn Children's Museum.

Later Life and Legacy

Frank Macchiarola passed away in December 2012 from liver cancer.

In 2014, a high school in Brooklyn, New York, was renamed in his honor. It is now called "the Frank J. Macchiarola Educational Complex," remembering his dedication to education.