Our dedicated team is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive campus community environment for all its members. We welcome your concerns, questions, and comments.
LaVar J. Charleston
Position title: Deputy Vice Chancellor for Diversity & Inclusion
Vice Provost and Chief Diversity Officer
Elzie Higginbottom Director
Cheryl Gittens
Position title: Associate Vice Provost for Student Diversity & Scholarship Programs
Email: cheryl.gittens@wisc.edu
Luis Piñero
Position title: Senior Special Assistant for Workforce Equity, Diversity Education and Outreach Deputy; Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Email: luis.pinero@wisc.edu
Anju Reejhsinghani
Position title: Assistant Vice Provost for Strategic Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Administration
Email: reejhsinghan@wisc.edu
Derrick Smith
Position title: Senior Co-Director of External Relations, Partnerships & Development
Email: derrick.smith@wisc.edu
Tracy Williams
Position title: Senior Co-Director of External Relations, Partnerships, and Development
Campus Diversity Representatives
Embedded in every school, college, and division are Campus Diversity Representatives, charged with supporting the academic achievement of students—particularly those from underrepresented and targeted groups. These point persons work with their administrative leaders, faculty and staff to address issues of climate in the classroom and workplace.