Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The function of this Committee is to advise the Dean and College leadership on the creation and implementation of policies, practices, and initiatives that integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of the College culture and environment. The Committee will also set goals for the hiring of staff members and review the procedures used in conducting academic searches for compliance with affirmative action policies and procedures. Additional areas to address may include the recruitment of underrepresented students, equitable and inclusive hiring practices and policies, faculty and staff mentoring and development, long-term hiring and enrollment goals, and fostering an inclusive climate within the College for students, staff, and faculty.
The Committee will be composed of nine (9) members appointed by the dean in consultation with the departments and units: three (3) faculty (one from each college department), two (2) students (1 undergraduate appointment and 1 graduate, appointed by the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affairs), three (3) academic professionals (including at least 1 from DRES and 1 from the Chez Veteran’s Center), and one (1) classified staff member. The Dean shall appoint one (1) member as chair.
Members, 2024-25
Chair
Fatima Husain | Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | College of Applied Health Sciences
Faculty
- Pasquale Bottalico | Department of Speech and Hearing Science (SHS)
- Yannick Kluch | Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism (RST)
- Ian Rice | Department of Health and Kinesiology (HK)
Staff
- Elizabeth Mason | Mannie L. Jackson Academic Enrichment and Leadership Program (I-LEAP)
- Lori Davis | RST
- Garrett Anderson | Chez Veterans Center
- Stephanie Wheeler | Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES)
Students
- Natalia M. | undergraduate student | HK, I-Health)
- Latashia K. | graduate student | RST