Government Relations

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Vision Statement

The vision of the Office of Governmental Relations at the University of Toledo is to provide a comprehensive political view of the world to university administration, faculty, staff, and students so that transformative efforts may be focused to where they will be the most effective and do the most good.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Office of Governmental Relations at the University of Toledo is to support the university and advance its strategic plan by forging and maintaining valuable partnerships between the university and local, state, and federal governments and public agencies. The OGR realizes this mission through representation and advocacy of the university’s needs and interests with local, state and federal elected and appointed officials in the City of Toledo, around the region, at the State Capitol, and in Washington, D.C.

Contact the Government Relations Staff at:

Diane Miller, J.D.
Chief of Staff/Vice President Government Relations
Main Campus 419.530.3804  
diane.miller2@utoledo.edu

Eli Faes
Director, State Government Relations
Office Phone: 614.559.1918
eli.faes@utoledo.edu

Margaret Anna Clausing, MBA
Senior Director of Federal and Local Relations
Main Campus 419.530.6040 
margaret.traband2@utoledo.edu

Lisa Byers
Executive Assistant
Main Campus 419.530.5529  
lisa.byers@utoledo.edu

Location:
Main Campus
University Hall
Room 3510

Last Updated: 2/23/24