Dr. Edward P. Antonio brings nearly 20 years of advanced DEI experience to Marist, most recently as Chief Diversity Officer at Concordia College in Minnesota. He also has 25 years of experience teaching undergraduate and graduate students at universities in Europe, Africa, and the United States. At Marist, Dr. Antonio leads the inaugural Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, partnering with President Weinman, President’s Cabinet colleagues, and faculty and staff across the campus to develop a strategic direction for DEI initiatives, to build community, establish a system of accountability, and provide resources.