As a scholar/artist/activist, Dr. Johnson’s research and activism focus on narratives of identity, protest, healing, and social justice in digital media, popular media, and everyday lived experiences. As a polymath, their mixed-media artistry involves working with...Read more about Amber Johnson, PhD
Director of Faculty and Departmental Diversity Initiatives
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Amy Scharf (she/her) has more than 20 years experience in educational equity and diversity leadership. She currently serves as UC Berkeley's Director of Faculty and Departmental Diversity Initiatives, where she leads departmental equity and inclusion planning efforts,...Read more about Amy Scharf, PhD
Dr. Eppig is the inaugural Director of Equity Data Initiatives in Equity & Inclusion. He oversees institutional research to understand and eliminate inequalities in higher education. His work encompasses program assessment and evaluation; survey design and analysis;...Read more about Andrew Eppig, PhD
Ashley brings over a decade of experience as a marketing and communications professional. She works in higher education developing communications plans and campaigns that deepen community engagement and advance cohesive narratives. She is passionate about understanding...Read more about Ashley Villanueva
I am a San Francisco native, having grown up here in the City, and I continue to live here today with my wife and 2 kids. My favorite past time is to explore the various neighborhoods of the City and its delicious food offerings! Professionally, I have been in...Read more about Charles Ho
Dania Matos leads with love. As the fourth Vice Chancellor for the Division of Equity & Inclusion (E&I) at the University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley), and a member of Chancellor Carol Christ’s Cabinet, she guides strategies that prioritize social...Read more about Dania Matos, JD
Associate Vice Chancellor, Community Engagement & Transformative Care
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Dr. Elisa Diana Huerta (they/them/elle) is a Brawley born and Tejas raised organizer, educator, artesanx, and scholar. They did their undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin and their doctoral work at the University of California, Santa Cruz....Read more about Elisa Diana Huerta, PhD
Evelyn is a first-generation Chicana student pursuing a simultaneous degree in Environmental Economics and Policy & Hispanic Languages, Linguistics, and Bilingualism. She transferred to Berkeley from San Diego Mesa College where she was...Read more about Evelyn Dominguez
Gadise Regassa (she/her) is the new Faculty and Departmental DEIBJ Initiatives project manager. With 10 years of experience in higher education, non-profit organizations, and business consulting firms, Gadise is passionate about using research and programming to...Read more about Gadise Regassa
Karla De La Cruz is a 1st-generation junior pursuing her bachelor's degree in sociology. She is part of various campus communities such as EOP, NAVCAL, USP, and E&I. Karla's interests include researching farm workers and the socioeconomic...Read more about Karla De La Cruz
Hello, I'm Kat, a first-generation student currently getting my B.A. in American Studies with a concentration in Design for Social Innovation. I integrate my passion for social impact into product design, UX/UI design, and academia. I aspire to have a...Read more about Katherin Velazquez
Leo is the Business Operations Lead for the Division of Equity & Inclusion's Immediate Office. Leo, a recent graduate of Cal, is committed to supporting and advancing the numerous programs and divisional priorities within E&I. Throughout the years at UC Berkeley...Read more about Leonardo Gonzalez
Hello, I'm Moises, a first-generation student currently pursuing a B.A. in Film Studies. I am pursuing my interest in storytelling and creativity at UC Berkeley. I enjoy and appreciate the mediums of photography, video, and writing, as they can...Read more about Moises Amaya
I am excited to be a member of the Equity and Inclusion Immediate Office. I have worked in higher education for over 2 decades now in so many roles - from international student advisor, registrar, executive assistant, EID Officer and more! I love helping students...Read more about Monica Garcia
Samantha is a VCEI Communications Intern. She is intending to major in Environmental Science to learn more and advocate for environmental injustices globally. She is a part of many communities on the UC Berkeley campus including EOP, EOP STEM, DSP,...Read more about Samantha Ureña Padilla
Originally from Virginia, Talitha is a life-long learner and advocate for education. She is a first-generation college student and she began her career as a teacher in Baltimore, Maryland where she taught middle school social studies. Following her time in the classroom...Read more about Talitha Green Ling
Senior Executive Assistant and Deputy Chief of Staff
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The VCEI Administrative offices manage the calendar of the vice chancellor and the chief of staff, track and process procurement, plan events, and act as the central business operations hub for the division. Read more about Villy Somthida
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Office of the Vice Chancellor, Equity & Inclusion California Hall Berkeley, CA 94720
