UDAC group photo fall 2019
Three Latinx students smiling
Ken Ditlevson, director of Kent State University’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Student Center, helps Flash, Kent State's mascot, get ready for a welcome event for LGBTQ students on the Kent Campus.
Ken Ditlevson, director of Kent State University’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Student Center, helps Flash, Kent State's mascot, get ready for a welcome event for LGBTQ students on the Kent Campus.

Advisory Boards and Councils

The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion works in tandem with advisory boards and councils directly associated with the work of the division. These groups are are consisted of alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends who advocate for the students of Kent State University. 

Additionally, these groups are composed of leaders acquainted with the needs of the community and committed to the values and mission of the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The purpose of these boards are to promote the recognition, development and financial support of the students served by DEI centers, departments and offices. Lastly, members of DEI advisory boards and councils assist with identifying ways by which the division can best serve the educational needs of the students in addition to identifying sources of financial support.

Below are all of the advisory boards and councils associated with DEI. 

DEI Advisory Boards and Councils

Diversity Advisory Board
Mission

The Kent State University Diversity Advisory Board will advise and recommend strategies for the advancement of diversity and inclusion, examine ways to highlight important findings and generate funds to aid students through graduation.

Diversity Advisory Board 

Board Chair

Mrs. Roxia Boykin, '71

Emeritus Chair

Mr. Gary Stiffler, '81

Kent State University Executive Leadership

Mrs. Alfreda Brown, EdD.

Board Members

Ms. Patricia A. Ackerman, PhD., '83

Mr. Stephen Ashley, '75

Ms. Sharlene Chesnes, '93

Mr. Michael Kavulic, PhD., '17

Mrs. Dana Lawless-Andric, PhD., '01, '19

Ms. Rhonda Lawrence

Ms. Ruth Price Rollins, '73, '75

Mrs. Sonya Williams, '89

DEI Administrative Team

Ms. Brianna Molitor, '17

Mr. Carmen Roberts, '18

Questions/Information

Any questions pertaining to the Diversity Advisory Board are to be routed to Diversity_Advisory_Board@listserv.kent.edu or by calling the Office of the Vice President at (330) 672-2442.

Hispanic Leadership Council

The Hispanic Leadership Council (HLC) is a diverse group of student leaders, faculty and staff with a special affinity to the Latinx/Hispanic identity. A forum where voices are heard, ideas are birthed, innovation happens, and strategies are planned to strengthen the presence and impact of individuals who contribute to the rich and diverse culture of the Kent State community, and whose perspectives are known to add incredible value.

The HLC partners with student and staff organizations as well as Centers, Departments, and Faculty members to provide opportunities for the Kent State Community to learn about and engage with the Latinx/Hispanic Culture. 

 

Student Diversity Action Council

The Student Diversity Action Council (SDAC) is a student-led committee with the purpose of engaging students and student groups about diversity matters and providing a unique perspective to the Kent State Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).

SDAC empowers students, encourages responsible youth leadership and enables students to be a positive force for change in their communities. The executive committee is delegated with the responsibilities of hosting forums, public meetings and relaying information with DEI and appropriate university officials.

The Student Diversity Action Council is a current initiative by the University Diversity Action Council.

 

Student Diversity Action Council  Application

 

University Diversity Action Council

The Role and Mission of the University Diversity Action Council (UDAC)

  1. Provide advice to the Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) on diversity matters.
  2. Serve as a leadership council for university-wide diversity related matters.
  3. Collect relevant data and communicate diversity progress from colleges, departments and divisions.
  4. Ensure diversity initiatives for colleges and divisions translate the university-wide strategic diversity action plan.
  5. Serve as an advocate for the diversity agenda at Kent State University.
  6. Attend monthly meetings.

    Information and Questions

If you need additional information or have questions, please contact us at UDAC@kent.edu or 330-672-2442.

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