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TANYA WILLIAMSON

TANYA WILLIAMSON has been appointed the inaugural assistant VP in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Syracuse University. Williamson — who previously served as associate director of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Barnes Center at The Arch —began in her new role on Jan. 2. As assistant VP, Williamson will manage departmental operations, […]

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TANYA WILLIAMSON has been appointed the inaugural assistant VP in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Syracuse University. Williamson — who previously served as associate director of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the Barnes Center at The Arch —began in her new role on Jan. 2. As assistant VP, Williamson will manage departmental operations, budget and planning, and project management of the university’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) Strategic Plan. She will also supervise staff in the following areas: inclusion and belonging, learning and development, and research and assessment. Williamson joined the Barnes Center in 2021 and led projects related to DEIA within the integrated center for health and wellness. Prior to coming to Syracuse University, Williamson, who is also an executive coach and consultant, held several positions at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center and worked as a lead and staff psychologist. She earned a master’s degree and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Binghamton University, as well as a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Michigan State University.

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