The Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) invites your participation in our Inaugural Inclusive Excellence Scholar Residency. ​Our guest scholar, Dr. Damon A. Williams, a native of Dayton, has authored two books and numerous articles. Dr. Williams is a highly sought after and award winning scholar, leader, and educator passionate about making organizations inclusive and excellent for all and creating equitable educational outcomes for America's youth. He has served as associate vice chancellor, vice provost, chief diversity officer, and member of the educational leadership and policy analysis faculty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he founded the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Educational Achievement (DDEEA). He most recently served as Senior Vice President and Chief Education Officer for the Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA).