Office of the President
Dr. Rupert A. Hayles, Jr., President of Pillar College
Greetings from Dr. Rupert A. Hayles, Jr.
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, our outstanding faculty, and student-focused staff, it is my pleasure to welcome you to view what Pillar College has to offer. God has a beautiful plan for you, and it is for this reason that he has led you here. The basis of our work is built on Christian faith, with Jesus Christ as our primary source of strength. It is He who has engaged us to share the gospel with others and bring others to the foot of the cross.
Since 2001, Pillar College has been the only evangelical College chartered by the State of New Jersey. Along with regional and professional accreditation, Pillar offers federal, state, and institutional financial aid.
Our work is based on spiritual and biblical truth with the ultimate emphasis on enhancing our learning. Whatever academic program you choose, one thing is sure; you will be on a path of personal transformation as you interact with extraordinary faculty, staff, and students.
Our educational locations are in vast areas of New Jersey such as Newark, Somerset, Paterson, Plainfield, Jersey City, and other suburban areas of central New Jersey. As a result, the environment is rich with spiritual engagement, academic rigor, and social and emotional fulfillment.
Our instructors have varied high-level academic backgrounds with practical experiences that enhance the experience of those who come through our doors. With our rich curricula in career-shaping applicable majors, spiritually enthusiastic students, enriching internships, and global learning experiences, Pillar offers you all you need to be equipped for your best future.
I hope that God is calling you to engage with the College at this time in your life. If so, we anticipate and are preparing to hear from you. We want you to add to the blessing of this rapidly growing, multi-cultural community of learning and faith.
It will be a joy to engage with you, and welcome!
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If you would like to have Dr. Hayles speak at your event or church, please email [email protected] or call (973) 803-5000.
Simao DaSilva
Executive Director of Operations and Special Assistant to the President
Simao DaSilva is a management and financial consultant with more than 10 years of business experience. He has an extensive background in finance, strategic planning, operations coupled with managing cross-functional business operations and technology projects. He is an analytical and a conceptual thinker who effectively partners with senior managers to assess opportunities, facilitate strategic decisions, and drive successful implementations. Simao has managed a broad array of projects in industries ranging from financial services and nonprofits. He holds an MBA degree from Cornell University, The Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management and Bachelor of Arts Degree from Temple University, The Richard J. Fox School of Business and Management.
Wayne R. Dyer, D.Min.
Vice President Strategic Alliances and Special Assistant to the President
Presently Dr. Wayne R. Dyer is the Vice President of Strategic Alliances at Pillar College. Previously he served as Dean of the LEAD (Life Enhancing Accelerated Degree) program at Pillar College.
Prior to coming to Pillar College, Dr. Dyer served in an interim capacity in the Office of Academic Affairs at the County College of Morris, Randolph. Previously he served as Chief Administrative Officer of the New Community Corporation, Newark, Vice President of Compliance at the New York Private Industry Council, and Executive Director of The Passaic County Career Center/Workforce Development in Clifton, Dr. Dyer holds a Baccalaureate from Nyack College, Nyack, NY. Graduate Studies in Educational Administration were completed at Kean University, Union, and Rutgers University, New Brunswick. He earned the Doctor of Ministry degree at Drew University Madison . Beginning his career as an educator Dr. Dyer holds teacher, supervisor, and principal certifications. His educational experience spans public and private venues from Kindergarten through post-secondary. He served as a district administrator in East Brunswick with responsibility for 200+ staff and over 4,000 students.
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Office of the President
Location
60 Park Place, Suite 701
Newark, NJ 07102
Contact
Phone: 973-803-5000
[email protected]
