Instructors
Tiffany Williams joined ODU in 2019 as the Director of Donor Relations, tasked with advancing donor relations and stewardship efforts. With an extensive background spanning close to 18 years, she has excelled in crucial aspects of university advancement, overseeing Parents and Corporate Programs, managing portfolios, and conducting prospect research. Tiffany’s proficiency extends beyond traditional roles, […]
Harold Williams Jr. is a dedicated and accomplished fundraiser with a strong educational background and extensive professional experience in higher education advancement. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Philosophy in Education Management at Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia. Harold is committed to continuous learning and academic excellence. He also holds a Bachelor of Science […]
Dr. Jon Anderson serves as the provost and vice president for academic affairs at Southern Utah University. He also serves as a professor of strategic management in the Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business. He came to SUU in 2020 after serving as the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Middle Georgia State […]
Sonny Ramaswamy is president of Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Sonny served for six years as President Barack Obama’s appointee as the Director of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture in Washington, DC. NIFA catalyzes transformative discoveries, education, and engagement to solve societal and agricultural challenges. Previously, Sonny served as dean of Oregon State University’s College […]
Charlie Anastasi leads the Partnerships team for Rize, which is responsible for developing and maintaining partnerships that help colleges and universities to launch affordable, market-responsive academic programs that actively grow enrollment. After joining Rize in its earliest days, Charlie has worked alongside his colleagues to grow the Rize partner base tenfold to nearly 100 institutions. […]
Janet S. Dufek, Ph.D., has held numerous leadership roles during her professional career. Dr. Dufek is presently the vice provost for Faculty Affairs at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where she supports over 4000 faculty and staff. Prior to moving into this position, Dr. Dufek served as associate dean in the School of […]
Katie Lampley, Ph.D., is an organizational development and diversity, equity, and inclusion practitioner with 25+ years of experience in various industries—most notably, in Higher Education and Financial Services. As VP and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Bentley University, Katie leads institution-wide strategic efforts to advance the University’s commitment to inclusive excellence. Her portfolio includes […]
Dr. Altheia Richardson’s career in higher education has spanned over 30 years, primarily focused on making the institutions at which she has worked to be more diverse, equitable and inclusive. While at Clemson University, Dr. Richardson was afforded the unique opportunity to develop and lead the first Multicultural Affairs Department in 1996. She led this […]
Carmen Twillie Ambar is the 15th president of Oberlin College and the first African American leader in the institution’s 190-year history. Ambar came to Oberlin in 2017, after serving nine years as president of Cedar Crest College in Allentown, Pennsylvania. At Oberlin, President Ambar has successfully implemented a number of transformative initiatives that promote a […]
Dr. Anjam Chaudhary plays a pivotal role in global DEI initiatives at Michigan State University’s Office of International Studies and Programs, leading transformative programs. Specializing in global DEI, inclusive leadership, intercultural competence, and communication, she brings a wealth of experience in fostering inclusive practices across a diverse community of students, staff, and faculty on a […]
