The Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
Building community, connecting students to resources, supporting growth and development.
diversity (n)
The visible and invisible characteristics and experiences that make people different. Everyone is diverse.
equity (v)
Identifying and addressing imbalances and barriers that inhibit group and individual full engagement and success.
inclusion (v)
The act of ensuring all groups and individuals have equitable access to resources and opportunities. Developing an understanding of unique needs and challenges are critical.
belonging (n)
The nexus of diversity, equity and inclusion where all groups and individuals feel welcomed, valued, and are empowered to be active members in the community.
Meet Our Team
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Janice Branch Hall , bioAssociate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
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Emily McCorkle , bioDirector for Student Success
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Coral Rojas , bioAssistant Director Outreach, Recruitment, Pre-Collegiate Programs
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A’me Dalton , bioSpecial Projects Manager - Communications and Events
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Cassy Kost , bioDEIB Specialist
As a team, the "Fab Five" believes they are a team who promotes excellence. The team focuses on driving strategic, innovative practices with results. The team is purpose-driven and creates an inclusive society. The team views themselves as visionary trailblazers who are making a difference in the Pamplin College of Business and beyond.
About Us
Charles Schwab Financial Planning Suite, Classroom, Class, Learning, Lecture, Listening, Teaching, Derek Klock, Associate Professor, Pamplin College of Business
VISION
Inspire a sense of belonging for students and stakeholders using inclusive and innovative practices to elevate the human experience by developing culturally informed community leaders.
Chris Zobel, Professor, Pamplin College of Business, Business Information Technology
MISSION
Transform leaders through strategic initiatives and programming that integrates models of excellence in cutting edge research, service, and business education.
News
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DEIB Around the World launches with expedition to Switzerland , redirectBeginning May 15, the Steger Center for International Scholarship will host more than two dozen underrepresented and underserved undergraduate students for the inaugural DEIB Around the World, sponsored by the Pamplin College of Business Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). DEIB Around the World is an international experiential learning program in partnership with the Steger Center in Riva San Vitale, Switzerland.
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Pamplin College of Business hosts its first-ever Women’s Summit , redirectThe Pamplin College of Business Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) hosted its first-ever Women’s Summit on March 25.
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Pamplin hosts second annual Women of Pamplin Luncheon , redirectThe Pamplin College of Business Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging held their second annual Women of Pamplin Luncheon on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at the Inn at Virginia Tech.
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Pamplin’s Multicultural Diversity Council holds annual competition and conference , redirectThe Pamplin Multicultural Diversity Council (PMDC) held their 16th annual “Diversity Case Competition and Conference” at the Inn at Virginia Tech on Sunday, March 19, 2023. PMDC is a student-led organization that strives to progress diversity and leadership within the professional environment.
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Pamplin holds first-ever meeting of DEIB Student Org Coalition , redirectThe Pamplin College of Business Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) recently held their first-ever DEIB Student Org Coalition Meeting on the evening of March 14, 2023. This workshop was a safe space for students to gather to have “real talk” conversations and discussions around the topics of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, what it means, and why DEIB work is so important in today’s culture.
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Pamplin Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging receives INSIGHT Into Diversity's Inspiring Programs in Business Award , redirectThe Pamplin College of Business Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) was awarded the 2023 Inspiring Programs in Business Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine.
Date: Mar 02, 2023