Our Leadership
The Vice President for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (VPDEIB) is a senior leader who serves as a catalyst to leverage best practices and resources across Kansas State University’s campuses to promote a culture of inclusion where individuals from all racial and ethnic identities, ages, nationalities, social and economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religious, political and ideological perspectives, and physical and mental abilities are able to thrive and be engaged.
The VPDEIB reports directly to the President and serves as the senior diversity and inclusion advisor to the President and university leadership. They serve on the President’s Cabinet and President’s Advisory Council.
Our people
Rana Johnson, PhD
Vice President for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
ranajohnson@k-state.edu | 785-532-3193 | 204 Anderson Hall
Corey Williamson
Assistant Vice President for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
cdw4388@k-state.edu | 785-532-3139 | 204 Anderson Hall
Justin Frederick
Director for Institutional Equity and Coordinator for Title IX
frederick@k-state.edu | 785-532-6220 | 220A Kedzie Hall
Through collaboration with students, faculty and staff in hiring practices, training and reporting, our goal is to serve as a resource for the university and to coordinate fair, equitable treatment and practices to all regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military status or veteran status.
Connect with the Office of Insitutional Equity
Chardie Baird
Executive Director for Advancement of Women in Science and Engineering
cbaird@k-state.edu | 785-532-6088 | 215 Fairchild Hall
KAWSE works to increase the participation, retention and advancement of girls and women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. The office serves as home of the ADVANCE, SUCCEED, EXCITE! and GROW programs.
Meet the KAWSE team
Kimathi Choma
Student Ombudsperson
kchoma@k-state.edu | 785-532-3193 | 107B Calvin HAll
Dr. Kimathi Choma provides a safe space to provide clarity and support on a variety of matters that affect your daily life.
Learn more or schedule some time to meet with Dr. Choma
Jennifer Fabrizius
Executive Assistant for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
jenf@k-state.edu | 785-532-3193 | 204 Anderson Hall