In announcing the appointment, Northridge's Vice President of Administration and Finance Mohammad Qayoumi said Foldesi will bring "great energy and ability" to the position.

"We welcome him and look forward to working with him," Qayoumi said.

In addition to the University of Notre Dame, Foldesi has worked at the University of Iowa and Illinois State University. Most recently, he has provided senior level human resource consulting services to colleges, universities and businesses.

"My style is collaborative, people-oriented," Foldesi said. "During the first few weeks, I will be speaking with a wide variety of people in leadership positions. I want to understand the needs of the campus so that the programs we support and the priorities we set will meet those needs."

A recent visit to the Northridge campus left a positive imprint on his perception of its faculty, administrators and staff, Foldesi recalled. "The warmth and genuine caring for the students of Northridge really impressed me," he said.

During his tenure at the University of Notre Dame, Foldesi streamlined and improved human resource processes, developed a comprehensive people development system and improved the quality of services provided by his office.

The recipient of the Midwest Creative Achievement/Publication Award from the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources, he earned a bachelor of arts degree in sociology and psychology as well as a master's degree in management and supervision from Central Michigan University.