aaron bruce , ph.d .
Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer at ArtCenter College of Design
vice president chief diversity officer artcenter college design
global thought leader diversity , inclusion , equity social justice . commitment academic excellence historically marginalized community . higher education administrative experience u.s. abroad . managerial organizational familiarity unique business education . strong international understanding issue related counseling , retention student development 25 year practice marketing diversity inclusion program initiative . specialization recruitment retention strategic planning training professional development community relation inclusive curriculum design crisis management international education study abroad student affair
ArtCenter College of Design
https://www.linkedin.com/company/artcenteredu
Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer
Learn to create. Influence change.
Pasadena, CA
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National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education -NADOHE
Member
National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education
Past President of Southern California Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (SCADOHE)
VISION: To lead higher education toward inclusive excellence through institutional transformation
San Diego State University
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Course Instructor
San Diego, California
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San Diego State University
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Chief Diversity Officer - Office of the President
Greater San Diego Area
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Harvard Graduate School of Education
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Global Education "Think Tank"
Cambridge, Massachusetts
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Rhode Island College
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Director of Multicultural Affairs
Providence, Rhode Island
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Middlesex County College
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Retention Specialist
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Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
University of Rhode Island
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Doctoral research in International Education, Study Abroad, Diversity and Inclusion. K-12 and Higher Education Administration
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International Business
Master International Business Admistration
United States International University
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Research on Management Strategies in Developing Countries - Mexico and East Africa
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Political Science and Economics
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Michigan State University
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Certification in Latin American and Caribbean Studies
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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Lifetime Member
San Diego Alumni Chapter
National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE)
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Why Studying Abroad Is Good for S.D. Business
San Diego Business Journal
Commentary on why study abroad is good for the economic growth and sustainability of the San Diego region.
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7 Ways To Attract Diverse Students to Study Abroad
Chronicle of Higher Education
Keys to supporting historically underrepresented students in studying abroad. The article also addresses the need for culturally responsive re-entry programs
http://m.chronicle.com/article/7-Ways-to-Attract-Diverse/230149
2018 Trailblazer Award in Higher Education
Central San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce
In appreciation for leadership to further the success of students, faculty, staff and administrators of African descent throughout San Diego County & Beyond
Top 100 Executive Leaders Under 50
Diversity MBA Magazine
Diversity MBAs Top 100 list is a strategic leadership recognition that embodies higher education, workplace inclusion and community commitment. The honorees are identified and supported by company and community leaders.
Go Abroad Innovation Award Finalist
GoAbroad.com
The purpose of these awards is to acknowledge institutions, organizations, and individuals who are creating initiatives to move the field of international education forward, and to commend leaders in the community for their efforts to go beyond the conventional. The STA Travel Start the Adventure Award  recognizes an individual who has made meaningful travel more accessible to students and young travelers
NAFSA - Diversity Impact Program Participant
NAFSA
Administrator of the Year
The Blue Heart Foundation
For an outstanding commitment to changing lives through education
BAPAC San Diego Outstanding Educator Educator Award
Black American Political Association of California (BAPAC)
Presented for outstanding contributions and leadership in the field of education
Game Changer
Serving as the moderator and thought leader for a robust series of community round-table discussions with law enforcement. The participants spend two hours sharing their unique realities while dispelling myths and stereotypes. Following the discussion, the group attends a local athletic event and continues building community through an activity that everyone can appreciate, sports.  The Game Changer model has supported many students, community and police who would never have an opportunity to engage one another beyond a traffic citation or emergency situation. https://youtu.be/hJD6_8H1Ggg
http://www.imagamechanger.org/
Dominican Republic - Leadership, Diversity and Identity Course
Facilitated a short term study abroad course for historically underrepresented students in the Dominican Republic. Participants attended workshops, and seminars on Haitian/Dominican relations, baseball, fair labor, US/Dominican Relations, community service, identity, leadership and diversity.
International Studies Teacher Education Project
International Studies Teacher Education Project (ISTEP) promotes global education in San Diego and Imperial Valley schools through professional development for educators, learning opportunities for K-12 students, and collaborations among San Diego State University and other community partners.
http://istep.sdsu.edu/
Black Male Luncheon
Spearheaded first Black Male Luncheon to promote study abroad participation and discourse among male students of African descent at Knox College.
Global Institute for Inclusive Leadership (GIIL)
The Global Institute for Inclusive Leadership (GIIL) is an intensive, 8-day interactive workshop designed for international education, student affairs, education abroad, faculty development, and diversity and social justice program professionals who are interested in gaining skills and resources and building networks to better support their global education and diversity-related work.
http://globalinstitute.diversitynetwork.org/
Motivational Speaker
Encouraging historically underrepresented students to study abroad
http://www.knox.edu/news/news-archive/encouraging-more-black-male-students-to-study-abroad
Civil Rights and Social Action
Game Changer
Chair Of The Board Of Directors
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Improving Community Police Relations
Education
The Institute for Study Abroad
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Member Board Of Trustees
IFSA is a leader in global education with over 140 programs around the world. I am delighted to serve on the board along with other amazing thought leaders in study abroad.
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Education
Diversity Abroad
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Member , Diversity Network Advisory Council
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Children
Somali Family Service of San Diego
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Member Board Of Directors
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Education
Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity Inc.
Faculty Advisor
Civil Rights and Social Action
KPBS Community Heroes Awards
Selection Committee
Education
San Diego Urban League Inc
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Co Chair - Education and Youth Development Advisory Board
Supporting the diversity pipeline to higher education
Education
California Global Education Project http://calglobaled.org/
Board Member
Developing the potential in every global citizen http://calglobaled.org/
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Certified Diversity Trainer
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International MultiCultural Institute
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Certificate in Latin American Caribbean Studies
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Michigan State University
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Dr. Maria Arvelo Lumpkin
Higher Education Consultant and Interim Administrator
Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area
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‘Dimeji Togunde, PhD
Vice Provost for Global Education & Professor of International Studies at Spelman College
Atlanta, GA
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Rubiena Duarte
Vice President People, Culture & Diversity at The Walt Disney Company
Pittsford, NY
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Sparkle Peters
Learning Specialist at NYC Department of Education
East Orange, NJ
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Yousef Abraham
Associate Director for Strategic Initiatives and Equity at Alliant International University
San Diego, CA
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KU MSP Scholar
The University of Kansas Multicultural Scholars Program
Lawrence, KS
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Paulette Granberry Russell, J.D.
President, NADOHE - Equity, Inclusion, Dismantling Systemic Racism consulting and advising
Lansing, MI
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Joshua Pederson
Employee Relations Specialist at San Diego State University
El Cajon, CA
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Terry Allen, Ph.D.
Editor-in-Chief, V. 70 of the UCLA Law Review | Incoming 2L Summer Associate Positions at Goodwin Procter LLP and Baker McKenzie LLP (Google Legal Summer Institute Scholar)
United States
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Kristen Lacar
Marriage & Family Therapy Graduate Student
San Diego, CA
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Kristen Young
Executive Director at LeaderShape, Inc.
Champaign, IL
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Christian Leddell
Student at University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO
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Nicholas Jones
Student at Campbell University
Lillington, NC
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Precious Brayboy
Director of Visitor Services  at Kaleideum
Winston-Salem, NC
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John-Mario Pujol
Enrollment Services Advisor III at Zovio
San Diego County, CA
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Mohit Patel
Undergraduate Student at the University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
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Rashae Brown
Activity leader at Park Crescent Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Bloomfield, NJ
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Keith E. Hall
Vice President/CDO
Azusa, CA
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Jason F. Kirksey
Vice President for Institutional Diversity at Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
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Fanchon Glover
Chief Diversity Officer/William & Mary
Williamsburg, VA
Lorena Nava Ruggero, M.A.
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        I've had the pleasure of working with Dr. Aaron Bruce a number of times over the years, both at San Diego State University and at Grossmont College. During my time at San Diego State University, Dr. Bruce and I worked together to highlight Aztec stories of diversity.

Since my transition to Grossmont College, I've had the opportunity to connect Dr. Bruce with campus colleagues to serve as a guest speaker on diversity. Both times, he has exceeded the expectations of event organizers and left event attendees engaged in discussion on topics of diversity well after the event is over.

I could not recommend Dr. Bruce more highly as a colleague and as a presenter on diversity topics; he is truly a pleasure to work with! Kristyl JL Smith - Brown, Psy.D 💫
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        Dr. Aaron Bruce was one of few outstanding staff members at San Diego State University that reached out to me during my five in a half years on this campus. 

His eagerness to assist students is only paralleled by his passion to expand higher education opportunities for students and educators alike. Even in times of conflict, Dr. Bruce consistently stands by his values which is to ultimate improve the university for the greater good of both student and faculty.  

His integrity, competence and dedication to various campus and off campus communities has motivated me to become a more disciplined and focused leader that can effectively continue the legacy of building more leaders on and around San Diego State University. 

Dr. Bruce has mentored several groups of successful individuals on the campus of San Diego State University, and his legacy is passed on to every new arrival of students. Furthermore, he continues to not only uphold, but raise the standard for himself as he takes on new challenges that contribute to overall growth and benefit of the university and its students.
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