Dr. Anthony James Jr. serves as Special Assistant in the Office of the President and serves as DEI advisor. Prior to this role, he served as Interim Vice-President of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, leading inclusive and collaborative projects to engage university staff, students, and the community in humanitarian efforts towards social justice and healing. Dr. James, along with colleagues Dr. Vicka Bell-Robinson and Dr. Rodney Coates, was awarded The Spirit of Western College Award for advancing equality, equity, and social justice as co-chair on Miami's DEI Task Force.
Dr. Anthony James Jr. serves as Special Assistant in the Office of the President and serves as DEI advisor. Prior to this role, he served as Interim Vice-President of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, leading inclusive and collaborative projects to engage university staff, students, and the community in humanitarian efforts towards social justice and healing. Dr. James, along with colleagues Dr. Vicka Bell-Robinson and Dr. Rodney Coates, was awarded The Spirit of Western College Award for advancing equality, equity, and social justice as co-chair on Miami's DEI Task Force.
He is an associate professor in the department of family science and social work, director of the family science program at Miami University. His scholarly work uses an interdisciplinary approach to understanding social interactions and human development, with expertise in positive youth development, religion and spirituality, diverse family systems, family processes, and program evaluation. Dr. James is the Editor-in-Chief of Marriage & Family Review (MFR).
He is an associate professor in the department of family science and social work, director of the family science program at Miami University. His scholarly work uses an interdisciplinary approach to understanding social interactions and human development, with expertise in positive youth development, religion and spirituality, diverse family systems, family processes, and program evaluation. Dr. James is the Editor-in-Chief of Marriage & Family Review (MFR).
Dr. Anthony G. James is known for his work in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Most recently, he conducted a 90-minute webinar for the DEI Committee at Beechacres Parenting Center.
"Dr. James’ knowledge of diversity and inclusion and expertise in diverse family life was a wonderful addition to our organizational learning. Dr. James brings an element of familiarity, empathy, and compassion to this work and our participants were engaged throughout the session. Without a doubt, I confidently recommend Dr. Anthony James as a consultant and facilitator."
Kelly Roehm, DEI Committee Co-Chair
Beechacres Parenting Center
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