One University in All We Do
Developed as a channel to bridge and unite our community through a common desire to embrace our unique lived experiences and enhance our campus culture, Walsh United was launched in January 2021 as a movement intended to inform, educate, and collaborate in areas of faith, diversity, leadership and community. Under the guidance of a steering committee of faculty, staff and students, Walsh United provides opportunities for individuals to work together and learn from one another.
Walsh United is comprised of six pillars that reflect areas of growth for the Walsh community: Catholic Beliefs & Practices, Diversity & Inclusion, Leadership Training, Professional Development, Community Engagement, and a Speaker Series. While each pillar will have its own subcommittee to ensure progress is being made, the entire campus community will be invited to participate in the related activities.
Walsh United Co-Chairs: Dr. Rachel Hosler and Carey Dabney
Leadership roles are currently available for the Leadership Training, and Community Engagement. Interested faculty and staff are encouraged to apply. Please click here to learn more.
The success of Walsh United depends on the involvement of the Walsh Community. Opportunities are available to participate in the pillar subcommittees in a variety of capacities. Please complete the form at the bottom of the page if you are interested in getting involved.
Any questions about Walsh United? Email walshunited@walsh.edu.
Chair: Dr. Chris Seeman
Vice Chair: Ben Walther
This pillar aims to answer the question “Who are we as Walsh University, a Catholic university of distinction?” The goal is to provide a base level of understanding of Walsh’s Catholic foundation and what it says we profess to be as an institution.
Chair: Professor Cary Dabney
Vice Chair: Meredith Soduk
This pillar aims to embrace the differences we all celebrate across the Walsh University community. The goal of the Diversity & Inclusion pillar is to promote a campus environment that welcomes and supports all its members, treating everyone with grace, dignity and equity.
Chair: Johnnie Legrair
Vice Chair: Ute Lahaie
This pillar aims to develop characteristics of good leaders among the entire Walsh community. Activities will instill a campus-wide sense of leadership and empower students, faculty and staff alike to become leaders personally and professionally.
Chair: Dr. Alan Digianantonio
Vice Chair: Jennifer Loudiana
Chair: Stephanie Koontz
Vice Chair: Lora Harley
Chair: TBD
Vice Chair: TBD
Diversity and Inclusion Pillar
- Cultural Humility pilot with students, staff and some Cabinet members – Completed Fall 2021