Anthony W. Marx | |
|---|---|
 Marx in 2014 | |
| 18th President of Amherst College | |
| In office 2003–2011 | |
| Preceded by | Tom Gerety |
| Succeeded by | Carolyn Martin |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 28, 1959 New York City, US |
| Children | Josh Anna-Claire |
| Education | Yale University (BS) Princeton University (MPA, MA, PhD) |
| Occupation | President and CEO of New York Public Library |
Anthony William "Tony" Marx (born February 28, 1959) is an American academic. He became the president and CEO of the New York Public Library in July 2011, succeeding Paul LeClerc.[1] Marx is the former president of Amherst College, in Amherst, Massachusetts. Since joining the New York Public Library, Marx has focused on expanding the library’s education programs and on increasing public access to library e-books. He has also prioritized services for researchers and bringing library materials to public schools.[2]
- ^ Taylor, Kate. "Amherst President is Expected to Be Named Chief of the New York Public Library," New York Times. October 6, 2010; NYPL Press release
- ^ "President and Leadership". The New York Public Library. Retrieved 2016-03-02.