The Ohio State University has named Dr. James L. Moore III, a prominent researcher and scholar, as its next vice provost for diversity and inclusion.
Moore – the Education and Human Ecology’s Distinguished Professor of Urban Education and executive director of the Todd Anthony Bell National Resource Center on the African American Male – has served as interim vice provost and chief diversity officer since last May.
“I am elated to be appointed the vice provost for diversity and inclusion and chief diversity officer at The Ohio State University,” said Moore in an interview with Diverse. “This position gives me the opportunity to leverage extant research with current relationships and past leadership experiences to advance inclusive excellence throughout the institution and beyond.”
With Dr. Michael V. Drake at the helm, OSU continues to position itself as a leader in promoting diversity and inclusion among top research institutions, particularly among African-American students.
In a letter to the college community, OSU’s executive vice president and provost, Dr. Bruce A. McPheron, praised Moore’s leadership skills.
“During the past year, he has served as the university’s primary thought leader on diversity and inclusion matters related to faculty, staff, students, and the community and has helped develop and implement the strategic diversity vision for the university,” said McPheron, adding that Moore provided oversight of 20 programs and initiatives and managed a budget of over $10 million.
“In gathering feedback about Dr. Moore’s progress in his interim role, we are pleased to learn that the university community and the broader external community, including the national community, support our permanent appointment of Dr. Moore to this pivotal role.”
