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Cornell University

Alliance for Diversity and Inclusion

A multi-unit group supporting Cornell University's institutional diversity planning initiative

About Us

Cornell’s Belonging at Cornell diversity initiatives framework requires colleges and administrative units to identify initiatives in support of the four core principles (composition, engagement, inclusion, and achievement) for their constituent groups.

During fiscal years 2016 and 2017, in conjunction with the University Diversity Council, our diversity committee directed learning and effort on the core principle of engagement, focusing on “The Lived Experience” of diversity, which aims to produce long-term changes in composition and to strengthen the impact of engagement. Out of this effort have come our plans for the 2017 and 2018 initiatives of “Diversity of Thought” and “Cultural Diversity Awareness.”

Mission Statement

In keeping with Cornell University’s vision for diversity of “Open Doors, Open Hearts, Open Minds,” the Alliance for Diversity and Inclusion is committed to building a culture of respect and appreciation among staff members regarding issues of diversity and inclusion. This will include participation in activities offered by the university through “Belonging at Cornell,” as well as engagement in diverse educational, cultural, and social experiences.

Who We Are

The strategic direction for the Alliance for Diversity and Inclusion (ADI) Committee is provided by an executive team, which includes members of leadership from ADI’s participating units:

  • Chris Cowen, Executive Vice President and CFO
  • Curt Cole, Vice President and Chief Global Information Officer
  • Simon Allen, Vice President for Finance
  • Dave Honan, Associate Vice President of Public Safety
  • Aditya Misra, Vice President and Chief Risk Officer
  • Ken Miranda, Chief Investment Officer
  • Rick Burgess, Vice President for Facilities and Campus Services

ADI Committee

  • Dave Honan, Associate Vice President of Public Safety, Division of Public Safety
  • Liebe Swain, Student Health Compliance and Administration Director, Division of Financial Services
  • Adam Pence, Associate General Counsel, Office of General Counsel
  • Tammy Dibble, Director of HR, Office of the EVP and CFO

Student Intern Planning Team

  • Rebecca Joffrey, Director of Digital Innovation & Strategy, Cornell Information Technologies
  • Tammy Dibble, Director of HR, Office of the EVP and CFO
  • Maggie Blackwell, Executive Assistant, Office of the VP and Global CIO
  • Katie Hoff, UX Research Specialist, Cornell Information Technologies
  • Ron Henry, IT Technical Communicator, Cornell Information Technologies