FSU
FSU
transforms to support the next-generation professionals
“ We ’ re finding that companies are coming up with creative ways to allow students to access the classroom from their living room ”
DR . HECTOR M MOLINA VICE CHANCELLOR FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND CIO , FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
Molina , continues to be instrumental in facilitating the shift to digital for the benefit of the university , but , more specifically , for the students .
Since joining FSU in January 2022 , Dr . Molina has welcomed the challenge of transforming the way the University operates to ensure that its student population receives excellent and equitable learning opportunities and are equipped for working life .
His first challenge as CIO was to tackle the problems arising from the COVID-19 pandemic — such as managing cybersecurity risks , ensuring student access to the right tools and technologies that facilitate student success , and the increased demand for learning resources and accessibility needs . Dr . Molina ’ s role at FSU makes him indirectly responsible for many of the functions both within Information Technology Services Division and across its University serving more than 6,800 students . This includes managing and updating the organisation ’ s digital infrastructure , securing students and professionals online , and formalising strategic partnerships to provide the right solutions for the university — not only to function , but to thrive . Beyond the basic information technology ( IT ) activities , Dr . Molina explains that his role incorporates “ how to strategise and help the university ”.
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