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Pronouns: she/her
Bio: I live in Irondequoit with my husband, our three children, and our Goldendoodle Cooper. I received my Bachelor of Music at (Nazareth '06), Master of Science in Inclusive Childhood Education (Nazareth '12), and Doctor of Education studying sense of belonging on college campuses (University at Buffalo, '23). The mission I commit to constantly work toward is to provide safe and equitable spaces where all students can find a strong sense of belonging while being their true and whole selves. I strive to engage all staff, faculty, and students with education and programming to foster a community of people who will celebrate diversity and advocate for equity and belonging for all. I am thrilled to be back home At Naz as the Director of the Office for Diversity & Inclusive Excellence Education!
Meet our Team!
Graduate Assistants
Lucy Rutherford (she/her)
Graduate Student Staff
My name is Lucy and I am a graduate student worker (I’ve been with ODIEE for 3 years!). I am currently a 1st grade special education teacher, and help with different events and programming at ODIEE. A fun fact about me is my favorite dessert is lemon squares. ODIEE holds such a special place in my heart and I can’t wait to continue our work!
Erica Mixon (she/her)
Student Staff for Cultural Celebrations
I am a junior social work major. I have many roles at Naz including being a part of ODIEE! I am on the club women's rugby team as well as being the vice president for the social work club. In my free time I love to spend time with family and friends. I also enjoy listening to music and some of my favorite artists are the Lumineers and Noah Kahan. I want to learn how to better learn from and support others in a diverse and inclusive environment such as ODIEE!
Kyla Rhoads (she/they)
Student Staff for ODIEE Social Media
I am 22 years old and a Junior here at Naz; it's my 3rd year working for ODIEE! I am double majoring in Marketing & Visual Communications Design. I love to read, go on hikes, and spend time with my friends and family! ODIEE is incredibly important to me as a queer student; our voices should absolutely be heard through a larger format. I look forward to meeting you!
Office for Diversity & Inclusive Excellence Education
Olivia 'Liv' Brown (she/they)
Student Staff for Cultural Celebrations
I’ve been working for ODIEE since my freshman year and I absolutely love it. I especially love tabling and getting to know people, so keep an eye out for me at events! I was born in Rochester, and I went to Eastridge High School in Irondequoit where I played field hockey all four years. Aside from loving art (as it is my major), I love environmental conservation, comics, and anything spooky!