Anita Borja Enriquez

Anita Borja Enriquez is a Guamanian academic administrator who became the 12th president of the University of Guam in 2023. Her career at the university has included roles as senior vice president, provost, and dean of the School of Business and Public Administration.

Early life and education Enriquez experienced a poverty-stricken childhood in Hågat, Guam. She is a product of both public and private schools. Her family could not afford many books, so she frequently borrowed them from the Hågat Public Library to educate herself. She completed a M.B.A. from University of Guam. After completing her doctorate in 1995, she returned to Guam to fulfill a service obligation as a PROTECH recipient. Despite having a doctoral degree, she was initially only offered a position teaching typing, a situation that nearly led her to quit. She served as the dean of the UOG School of Business and Public Administration for about a decade Her term began on July 1. The selection process began after the incumbent, Thomas W. Krise, announced his retirement. The applicant pool of 31 was narrowed to three finalists: Enriquez, Guam Community College president Mary Okada, and professor and attorney LeGene Quesenberry. Enriquez secured six of the nine regent votes.

Enriquez officially began her tenure on August 5, 2023. Her investiture ceremony was held on November 14, 2023, at the UOG Calvo Field House. As president, she stated her first moves would be to stabilize the institution and strengthen its core offerings. She outlined plans to work closely with community leaders and partners to ensure the university is responsive to the needs of the island.

Personal life Enriquez is married to Noel Enriquez and has three children and two granddaughters.

Enriquez is the author of a children's book titled "Neni Girl from Agat, Guam," which tells a story about growing up in the village of Hågat. The book, illustrated by local artist Cianna Yanger, was inspired by Enriquez's own experiences and heritage. The project expanded to include plush dolls of the main characters, created with the help of another local artist, Kaiulani Lujan. The book and dolls have been used in philanthropic efforts, with donations made to the island's foster children.

Enriquez has been active in Rotary International, helping students with book projects and coordinating major scholarships. Enriquez served as the president of the Rotary Club of Pago Bay and is active in the Guam Women's Chamber.