OFFICE OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
MISSION
VSB will be a leader in creating an inclusive, equitable and diverse community that serves all members and stakeholders and reflects the University’s commitment to equality, justice and mutual respect. VSB will also seek to increase the representation of underrepresented groups across race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, socio-economic, religious and other social identities and backgrounds.
DEAN'S MESSAGE
Joyce E. A. Russell, PhD, the Helen and William O’Toole Dean of the Villanova School of Business, shares the various ways business schools can, and should, contribute to diversity, equity and inclusion in their schools as well as in the broader community.
WELCOME
“When people feel they belong, it improves their chances for success. Higher education needs to do what we do best—generate and share knowledge—to create a more inclusive environment and model the world in which we want to live.”
- Terrill L. Drake VSB Head Diversity Officer and Associate Dean,
Strategic Initiatives
COMMUNITY NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
VU Women in Tech - Women of Color in Tech: Change Innovators
This session focuses on the experience of women of color in the tech industry as well as the efforts designed to support expanded representation. This distinguished panel will speak to a spectrum of resources, trends and experiences.
Robin Allen ’05 EMBA
"Being seen and stepping through the door when the opportunity presents itself. I/we need to set an example. Speak up and give back. Listen. I can influence, share what I know, do not hold it in."
"Be open. Let things happen in the way they need to, and be prepared. The box that you think you need to be in should be shattered. No box. Show up, be present and be the best person you can be for yourself, and all other things will follow."
The Villanova School of Business is thankful to @BlackVillanova for creating space for our Black and People of Color community members to share their experiences. We hear you.
As a Senior Leadership Team, we are reading each post and listening to our community members. We encourage the entire VSB community to do the same. To facilitate the necessary changes, we need to lean into challenging conversations.
The stories shared weigh heavily on our minds and hearts. We have work to do to make our community more welcoming and inclusive, and we will respond in a way that is proactive and supportive.