Sheriah Dixon is the new Title VI coordinator at Syracuse University, where she has served as associate vice president and dean of students since November 2022. She has nearly two decades of experience in higher education, including roles in student conduct, community standards, equal opportunity and Title IX, and residence life.
Dixon holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal investigation from the State University of New York at Canton and a master of social work degree from Syracuse University.
Duane Bailey has been named director of intercollegiate athletics and recreation at the City College of New York. He comes to his new role from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he was deputy director of athletics and chief financial officer. With over two decades of experience across collegiate and professional supports, he previously held leadership roles with Seton Hall University, the University of New Haven, and the New York Institute of Technology.
Bailey earned his bachelor’s degree in finance from St. John’s University in New York, master’s degree in athletic administration from Adelphi University, and his MBA from Long Island University.

Dr. Joyner holds a doctor of education degree from the University of South Carolina.

