Who We Are
Mission
The Center for Equity and Inclusion (CEI) provides compassionate guidance that advances a supportive university culture by inviting self-reflection and exploration of differences. We curate resources for educational solutions, Restorative interventions, workforce diversification and inclusive campus support.
Purpose
The CEI serves as a resource to cultivate belonging throughout the university community. We encourage inclusive learning and dialogue among community members as they navigate identity-centered relationship dynamics. The CEI is committed to promoting fairness, repairing harm and prompting critical thinking about differences.

Meet the Team
Marquita Booker (she/her/hers)
Associate Vice President
Erica Hernandez (she/her/hers)
Office Liaison/Operations Manager
Administrative Support Manager
Restorative Justice
Program Administrator, Restorative Justice Practices/DEI Education Facilitator
Director of Restorative Justice Practices
Pau Benavides (they/them/theirs)
Program Administrator, Restorative Justice Practices/DEI Education Facilitator
Diversity Education
Director of Training, Education, and Outreach
Inclusive Campus Support
Senior Outreach Program Coordinator, Inclusive Campus Support
Betty Jeanne Taylor (she/her/hers)
Assistant Vice President, Division of Diversity and Community Engagement
Assistant Professor of Practice, Department of Educational Leadership and Policy
Senior Student Associate, Inclusive Campus Support