Marietta College has welcomed a new member to its Board of Trustees with the appointment of dedicated alumnus and accomplished leader Arnold “Arnie” Civins ’71, effective Jan. 1. Civins brings decades of professional experience and a long-standing commitment to Marietta’s mission.
Civins joins the Board as it continues shaping the College’s strategic initiatives, advancing institutional priorities, and supporting student success. With more than 50 years of expertise in complex federal, state, and local tax systems, he will provide valuable insight into financial strategy and governance. His guidance will help ensure Marietta remains a place where students thrive academically and professionally and are prepared for meaningful lives and careers.
“It is a pleasure to welcome Arnie Civins to the Board of Trustees. Arnie's love for the College, support over the years, and his professional background make him an ideal addition to the Board," said Board Chair Jim Wilson ’69. "We look forward to Arnie participating in all the governance and leadership aspects of Board service; it will be a pleasure serving with him.”
Civins graduated from Marietta College in 1971 with a Bachelor of Arts in business and economics, cum laude. He also earned a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in accounting from Rutgers University. At Marietta, Civins was elected to Tau Pi Phi, the business and economics honor society, and Phi Beta Kappa, the oldest national academic honor society in the United States, through Marietta College’s Gamma of Ohio chapter.
Throughout his career, Civins has served as a tax partner with expertise in wealth preservation and estate, gift, and fiduciary tax matters. His work has spanned tax planning, income tax examinations, and state and local tax matters, as well as advising nonprofit organizations on formation, governance, and compliance. Civins is one of six original partners of Citrin Cooperman Advisors, a national tax and advisory accounting firm. He has demonstrated a strong commitment to service through volunteer and board leadership roles with organizations including Naked Angels Theater Company, Project ALS, and the Jewish Federation of Central New Jersey, among others. Civins is affiliated with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the New York State and New Jersey Societies of CPAs, and the Small Business Council of America.
“Marietta College was always very generous to me in both tangible and intangible ways,” said Civins. “I feel it is important to give back to the College which afforded me so many opportunities.”
As a trustee, Civins will work alongside fellow Board members to advance Marietta College’s long-term strategic vision, helping guide the College’s growth and ensuring students have the support and resources needed to excel in and beyond the classroom. Civins’ appointment comes at a pivotal time as Marietta moves forward with key initiatives to invest in the future, including the launch of the Center for Appalachian Innovation and the Milone Center for Academic and Career Success, expansion of academic programs, and ongoing upgrades to athletic fields and campus facilities. His selection brings additional perspective and expertise to the Board as the College continues to prioritize progress and innovation.