Higgins named College of Education’s associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion

Marian Higgins, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Counseling and Human Development Services, was named associate dean for diversity, equity, and inclusion of the Mary Frances Early College of Education on January 1, 2021, a role she previously served on an interim basis.

Prior to joining the College, Higgins served as the associate director of diversity programs in UGA’s Career Center and a career consultant for students in the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. At the Career Center, Higgins developed programming for marginalized students, assisted employers with their diversity efforts, and organized diversity training for staff.

“These experiences helped shape the vision for my work as associate dean,” said Higgins, who received her doctoral degree in counseling and student personnel services from the College. “I remain committed to creating equitable workspaces by understanding the experiences of students, staff, and faculty and transforming policies and practices to ensure inclusivity and equity.”

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