Syracuse University Appoints Andrew Joncas as First Assistant VP for Enterprise Data and AI

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Andrew Joncas appointed as the first assistant vice president for enterprise data and AI at Information Technology Services (ITS).
Brings over 25 years of IT and data strategy experience to enhance academic and operational capabilities.
ITS will begin searching for Joncas’s successor in the infrastructure role, with Eric Sedore overseeing the teams in the interim.

Appointment of Andrew Joncas as Assistant Vice President

Information Technology Services (ITS) has announced the appointment of Andrew Joncas as its first assistant vice president for enterprise data and artificial intelligence (AI). Joncas will report directly to Jeff Rubin, the senior vice president for digital transformation and chief digital officer.

With more than 25 years of experience, Joncas has a track record of designing and implementing innovative IT and data strategies. He has previously managed multimillion-dollar technology portfolios and has been instrumental in driving AI innovations and optimizing data infrastructures that support the university’s academic and research initiatives.

“Andrew brings deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience that perfectly aligns with this position,” said Rubin. He noted that Joncas’s expertise in AI and data innovation will significantly contribute to the university’s strategic goals in enterprise data management, improving both academic programs and operational functions.

In his new capacity, Joncas will oversee the strategic direction and operational execution of the university’s enterprise data and AI efforts. This includes responsibilities related to data access, governance, reporting, and analysis.

Joncas expressed enthusiasm for his new position, stating, “I’m thrilled to step into this new role and explore how we can harness the power of university data and artificial intelligence. Together, we have a unique opportunity to drive innovation and create transformative solutions for the entire University community.”

As Joncas transitions into his role, ITS will start searching for his successor as assistant vice president for infrastructure. During this interim period, the Infrastructure and Networking teams will temporarily report to Eric Sedore, the associate vice president for information technology and chief technology officer.

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