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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Stein, Walker, and Wolfe Win Best Paper , redirectSarah 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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Pamplin’s second annual Salute to Veterans Day: The Embodiment of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) , redirectThe 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.
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On the move with DEIB , redirectThe 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 -
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It’s National Business Women’s Week! , redirectFor 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.
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Virginia Tech research sheds light on the impact of school choice on racial segregation , redirectUnmitigated 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.
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Fall 2022 first-year class most diverse in Virginia Tech’s history, achieving strategic plan milestone , redirectThis 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