Old Dominion University recognizes the inherent value of equity and diversity in the classroom, workplace, and community by honoring individual "Champions of Diversity" with the John R. Broderick Diversity Champion Award.
The John R. Broderick Diversity Champion Award honors and celebrates individuals who encourage and advance the principles of equity and diversity and promotes the positive impact diversity has upon our University community.
"Over the years this annual event has grown in size and prestige, so much so that it has become a signature event for our campus and Hampton Roads community. It is one of our mechanisms that has intentionally been designed to celebrate those who advance the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and promote inclusive excellence."
- Dr. Veleka Gatling, Assistant Vice President
2024 Award Presentation
Sixteen members from across the University community were honored at the 2024 Diversity Champion Awards reception and presentation held on March 28th in the Big Blue Room of Chartway Arena. Dr. Cassie Glenn, last year’s Overall Diversity Champion provided remarks about her work in the Youth Risk + Resilience Lab (YR2 Lab), and the importance of fostering a sense of belonging among our students. 2024 was a highlight year for the DCA as recipients included members of ODU global, the School of data Science, the University Libraries, the College of Arts & Letters, and the College of Health Science. Dr. Angela Wilson, a clinical associate professor in School of Medical Diagnostics & Translational Sciences was pronounced as this year’s Overall Diversity Champion. See the complete list of winners.
Honorees
2023 Diversity Champions
OVERALL DIVERSITY CHAMPION
DR. CASSIE GLENN
Assistant Professor,
Clinical Psychology
DR. JORI BECK
Associate Professor,
Department of Teaching & Learning
BLAIZEN BLOOM
Undergraduate Student
Ocean & Earth Science
COURTNEY GIPSON
Director, Office of Educational Accessibility
LEE GOLEMBIEWSKI
PhD Candidate,
Psychology
DR. EMILY GOODMAN-SCOTT
Associate Professor
Counseling & Human Services
SAIGE HILL
PhD Candidate, Public Administration and Policy
KRISTAL KINLOCH-TAYLOR
Educational Program Developer
Center for Faculty Development
ANN KUMM
Lecturer
English Language Center
IKRAM MOKDADI
Graduate Student,
Education
DR. KEVIN MUCHIRI
Adjunct
College of Engineering
DOMINIQUE PIERCE
Student
Director of Residential Services, Eggleston
DR. STACIE RINGLEB
Professor,
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
JENN SLOGGIE
Master Lecturer,
English
DR. PRIYA VASHIST
Assistant Professor,
Communications & Theatre Arts
DR. MICHELE WEIGLE
Professor,
Computer Science
DR. INGRID WHITAKER
Associate Professor
Sociology and Criminal Justice
DR. MITCHELL WILLIAMS
Associate Professor,
Community College Leadership
CRYSTAL WILLIS
Electronic Resources Coordinator,
University Libraries
RACHAWAN "AEY" WONGTRIRAT, PHD
Director for International Initiatives,
Office for Intercultural Relations
Winners Not Pictured
- DR. NATALIA PILATO, Assistant Professor, Art
Nominate someone who exemplifies the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging on our campus community and beyond. This may include faculty and staff members, students, alumni, and community members.
Deadline for all submissions is Friday, January 19, 2024.