University of Phoenix Launches Student and Alumni Leadership Council
April 30 2024 - 5:37PM
Business Wire
Council aims to promote excellence, inclusivity
and collaboration across the University
University of Phoenix proudly announces the establishment of the
Student and Alumni Leadership Council, which held its first meeting
on March 21, 2024. The Council, working alongside the Office of
Educational Equity (OEE), will play a pivotal role in enhancing
co-curricular programs, fostering institutional connectedness, and
amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. With a focus on
nurturing a culture of empowerment and collaboration, the Council
will serve as a driving force in promoting student belonging and
facilitating meaningful leadership opportunities for both students
and alumni.
“We are thrilled to launch the Student and Alumni Leadership
Council at University of Phoenix,” shares Tondra Richardson, MBA,
Director of Student Diversity & Inclusion with the Office of
Educational Equity. “The Council is a natural extension of our
commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and collaboration within the
University community. We look forward to working with council
members to cultivate connections among students, alumni, and
administration, while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion
across every facet of university life.”
The Student and Alumni Leadership Council has established the
following aims:
- Advocate for Equity: The Council will champion
diversity, equity, and inclusion across all facets of University
life
- Enhance Student Experiences: Council members will
collaborate with Student Organizations and the Bravely Belong
Student Cafe to enhance the vibrant campus environment
- Provide Valuable Feedback: Council members will serve as
ambassadors, offering insights and recommendations on University
policies and procedures
- Promote Leadership Development: The Council will
encourage students to embody the University Learning Goals through
developing skills such as leadership, communication, and
organization
In addition to the goals above, the Student and Alumni
Leadership Council will serve as the voice of the student body for
OEE initiatives, reinforcing the importance of institutional
connectedness and providing representation for its student
stakeholders. The inaugural Student and Alumni Leadership Council
is made up of the following 20 individuals:
- Anthony Cathey
- B. Scott Lee
- Cynthia DeFord
- Donna L. Waldrup
- Elbereth Stewart
- Erika Wilburn-Campbell
- Judeissa Quintana Robert
- Kathy Pauline Marino
- Kumiko Yamada-Yuge
- Laryssia Jones
- Maria Concepcion Roa
- Melanie O. Brown
- Melanie Shavonne Hazelton
- Melissa Ieans
- Patricia Branch
- Rachel Murillo Williams
- Selena Oliver
- Shellorne Smith
- Stephanie Morgan-Harris
- Whitney Floyd
OEE Program Manager, Jelisa Dallas, M.S. Ed., says she looks
forward to the opportunity to create a positive impact alongside
the council members. “I am excited to build upon the inclusive and
collaborative environment we hold dear at University of Phoenix,”
Dallas shares. “The Student and Alumni Leadership Council provides
a wonderful opportunity to amplify stakeholder voices, enhance the
student experience and promote leadership development. We are
grateful for the opportunity to collaborate on our goals and look
forward to the work ahead.”
The Student and Alumni Leadership Council is part of a series of
initiatives with which the OEE engages aiming to foster cultural
awareness, thought leadership and community alliances to promote
and sustain educational equity and diversity initiatives. The OEE
supports students and faculty year-round with programs like the
Educational Equity Webinar series, the Inclusive Leadership Summit
and an internal offering for staff and faculty, The Inclusive
Café.
About University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix innovates to help working adults enhance
their careers and develop skills in a rapidly changing world.
Flexible schedules, relevant courses, interactive learning,
skills-mapped curriculum for our bachelor’s and master’s degree
programs and a Career Services for Life® commitment help students
more effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while
balancing their busy lives. For more information, visit
phoenix.edu.
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