Diversity, equity and inclusion
You belong here.
Diversity is a core value on our campus.
The University of Toledo — and the College of Health and Human Services — is committed to creating an environment where every student, staff member and faculty member feels included and respected.
We welcome diverse ideas, thoughts and perspectives.
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Faculty commitment
Faculty members in our college conduct diversity presentations. They are committed to DEI in their research, mentorship and teaching. Research ranges from cross-racial interactions in counseling and the classroom to black mental health and more.
Student Organizations
Get involved in a variety of student groups. Learn leadership skills and network. Our academic programs embrace DEI in their own ways.
- Physical therapy doctoral students have a multicultural leadership council.
- Athletic training students are members of a student-run DEI committee.
- Fearless Writers is a mentoring program that connects local public high school students
with UToledo students.
Opportunities
Underrepresented and minority students in the College of Health and Human Services have opportunities for:
- Scholarships and grants
- Fellowships
- Mentorship programs
Dean's Diversity Advocacy Awards
These awards are presented annually to students, a staff member and faculty member who champion the advancement of diversity, equity and inclusion in health and human services.
2021 Recipients
Tulani Black
Undergraduate Award
Dai’ja Banks
Graduate Award
George Thompson
Staff Award
Louie Guardiola
Faculty Award
resources
- Office of Multicultural Student Success
- Center for International Studies and Programs
- TRIO Student Support Services
- Office of Accessibility and Disability Resources
- Reporting/Complaints
- Trainings Title IX Information
- Gender Neutral Bathrooms - Main Campus
- Minority Business Development Center
- Supplier Diversity Program
Inclusion Officer
Louis Guardiola, Jr., M.S.W.
Dean's Office Representative, Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion, Associate Lecturer, Social Work
419.530.4663
Diversity Committee Members
Sherry Tripepi, M.S.W., LISW-S
College Diversity Committee Chair
School of Social Justice Representative, Senior Lecturer, Social Work
419.530.4746
Julie Coyle, M.Ed., LSW
School of Population Health Representative, Senior Lecturer, Health Education
419.530.2624
Amanda Murray, PT, D.P.T., Ph.D.
School of Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences Representative, Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy
419.530.6673
Tanesha Walker, Ph.D., LPC
School of Intervention and Wellness Representative, Assistant Professor, Counselor Education
419.530.4721
Madeline Clark, Ph.D., LPC(VA), NCC, ACS
Associate Professor, Counselor Education
419.530.4775
Staci Sturdivant
Staff Member, Advisor, Student Services
Dorian S. Mundy
Graduate Student Representative, Doctoral Candidate in Health Education
Arukshita Goel
Undergraduate Student Representative, Senior graduating in May 2022, Major: Public Health and Biology
Leonardo Gomez
Undergraduate Student Representative, Senior graduating in May 2022, Major: Public Health
Members at Large
Ann Carrellas, Ph.D., M.S.W.
Assistant Professor, Social Work
419.530.4179
Laura Schmelzer, Ph.D., OTR/L
Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy
419.530.5068
Tavis J. Glassman, Ph.D., M.S.Ed., M.P.H., MCHES, CCPH
Professor Health Education/Public Health
419.530.2770