About Bilal
Bilal Badruddin is an experienced higher education professional, with understanding of mission-driven work, both on- and off-campus.
Born and raised in New Jersey, Bilal is the son of Pakistani-immigrants. After graduating from high school, Bilal attended Temple University, where he studied Advertising Research. During his time in college, Bilal helped charter the Omicron Chapter of Delta Epsilon Psi Fraternity, Inc, and was involved in various aspects of campus life including Residential Life and the Temple University Bhangra dance team.
After receiving his Bachelor’s degree, Bilal went on to pursue a Masters in Higher Education Administration from Loyola University-Chicago. During his graduate studies, Bilal held two Assistantships at Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, IL, advising all Greek-letter organizations and hearing student conduct cases. During this time, Bilal began his involvement with Delta Epsilon Psi’s National Council, as he helped charter the Alpha Kappa Chapter of the fraternity at the University Illinois at Chicago.
After graduating with his Master’s degree, Bilal worked at Eastern Washington University as an Area Coordinator, and advised the National Pan-Hellenic Council and Diversified Greek Council, before transitioning to Colgate University. During his time at Colgate, Bilal served as the Director of Fraternity & Sorority Affairs and later as the Assistant to the AVP / Dean of Residential Program & Student Support.
Upon leaving Colgate University, Bilal began his doctoral studies at Howard University, as a member of the inaugural cohort of the Higher Education Leadership & Policy Studies program. While pursuing his PhD, Bilal also works at Howard University’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations, as the Chief of Staff / Senior Special Assistant to the Vice President.
In addition to his work on-campus, Bilal has served as the Vice President of External Relations (2013-2016) and National President (2016-2018) of Delta Epsilon Psi Fraternity, Inc. During his time working for Delta Epsilon Psi, Bilal helped make Delta Epsilon Psi the first Trans*-inclusive APIDA fraternity, and closed all underground chapters.
Bilal was recently elected to serve as the Chair of the National APIDA Panhellenic Association, making him the 1st South Asian to be at the helm of the organization.
