senior director for Campus Diversity & Affirmative Action
Gretchel Hathaway Tyson, who has served in a number of key roles since joining Union in 1998, has been promoted to senior director for Campus Diversity and Affirmative Action.
“I look forward to working with Dr. Tyson to strengthen the Union community,” said President Stephen C. Ainlay. “She will work with me to develop a range of programs that will cultivate an appreciation of the richness of a diverse campus and confront hatred in any form.”
Tyson holds a B.A. degree from Manhattanville College, an M.A. degree from Yeshiva University and a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh. She has held the positions of director of Affirmative Action, Community Outreach, and the Science and Technology Entry Program. As a senior staff member, she will represent the College in local, regional and national meetings related to diversity, identifying and importing the most effective programs to Union.
“She will continue to act as director of Affirmative Action and assist and advise me on all matters related to the recruitment and success of a diverse workforce and student body as well as other matters related to ensuring that Union is an inclusive community,” Ainlay said.
In addition, Tyson will lead a search for a director of Multicultural Affairs, a new position at the College.