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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Bio ItemJanice Branch Hall , bio
Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
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Bio ItemEmily McCorkle , bio
Director for Student Success
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Bio ItemCoral Rojas , bio
Assistant Director Outreach, Recruitment, Pre-Collegiate Programs
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Bio ItemA’me Dalton , bio
Special Projects Manager - Communications and Events
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Bio ItemCassy Kost , bio
DEIB 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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Redirect ItemStein, Walker, and Wolfe Win Best Paper , redirect
Sarah Stein, Kim Walker, Karneisha Wolfe and their coauthor Lauren Cunningham of the The University of Tennessee are the 2023 recipients of the AAA Auditing Section Best Behavioral Paper Award.
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Redirect ItemPamplin’s second annual Salute to Veterans Day: The Embodiment of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) , redirect
The Pamplin College of Business held its second annual “Salute to Veterans Day: The Embodiment of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve)” on Friday, Nov. 11.
Date: Dec 07, 2022 -
Redirect ItemOn the move with DEIB , redirect
The Pamplin College of Business Office for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) recently took its first-ever “On the Move with DEIB” trip to Charlotte, N.C. The one-day trip connected 24 students to employees of the Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Banking division and EY Charlotte.
Date: Nov 07, 2022 -
Redirect ItemIt’s National Business Women’s Week! , redirect
For the first time in Pamplin’s history, the college has a woman as dean. This week, we highlight this exciting achievement, in addition to the strong women represented across departments.
Date: Oct 19, 2022 -
Redirect ItemVirginia Tech research sheds light on the impact of school choice on racial segregation , redirect
Unmitigated school choice increases racial segregation even when parents do not take race into account, according to research co-authored by Virginia Tech Assistant Professor of Marketing Broderick Turner.
Date: Oct 19, 2022 -
Redirect ItemFall 2022 first-year class most diverse in Virginia Tech’s history, achieving strategic plan milestone , redirect
This year’s Virginia Tech incoming class – which includes new first-year students and transfer students – is the most diverse in the university’s history.
Date: Sep 29, 2022