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Meet the Vice President and Senior Diversity Officer<\/h2>\n

\"PortraitTo strengthen our commitment to an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing workplace, EWU has established the Division of People and Culture, led by Cesar Portillo, Vice President for People and Culture and Senior Diversity Officer.<\/p>\n

Vice President Portillo brings over 20 years of leadership experience in human resources, labor relations, and equity initiatives to this role. Most recently serving as Chief of Staff for EWU President Shari McMahan, he is dedicated to engaging in transformative efforts that improve recruitment, engagement, and employee satisfaction through a collaborative, data-informed approach. Vice President Portillo is a champion for faculty diversity, modernized recruitment, and launching impactful staff development programs.<\/p>\n

As the Senior Diversity Officer, Vice President Portillo is a vital voice within the executive leadership team, ensuring university efforts continue to support and elevate every member of our campus community.<\/p>\n","blocks":[{"acf_fc_layout":"link-cards","module_background_color":"white","title":"The Team Behind Our Workplace Culture","subtitle":" The People and Culture division unites four offices dedicated to building a thriving and inclusive workplace.","cards":[{"card_title":"People & Talent ","copy":"

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At Eastern Washington University, the Division of People and Culture ensures that all individuals, regardless of background or identity, have the opportunity to thrive. Our approach goes beyond acknowledging differences to actively honoring them, creating systems that support equity and belonging. Through this work, we foster a campus where all voices are valued and inclusion shapes our shared future.<\/p>\n

Together, these efforts reflect our commitment to inclusive excellence, shared accountability and a culture of belonging for all.<\/p>\n

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Division of People & Culture<\/strong><\/p>\n

Eastern Washington University
\n214 Showalter Hall
\nCheney, WA 99004<\/p>\n

E: peopleandculture@ewu.edu<\/a>
\nP: 509.359.2371<\/a><\/p>\n","icons":false,"message":"

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