Office of Equity & Inclusion

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Central Connecticut State University's Office of Equity & Inclusion (OEI) aims to cultivate a campus environment that is equitable, inclusive, and respectful to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential.

OEI works with faculty, staff, and students to develop and maintain a community of inclusion. We act in a transparent manner guided by respect and professional standards. We also provide training and support on diversity, Title IX, and sexual harassment prevention. OEI is committed to tenets of due process, fairness, quality service, and discretion.

The purpose of the OEI is to build an inclusive community where students, staff, and faculty can participate in a free and respectful exchange of ideas without fear. In establishing this community of understanding, safety, and inclusion, we are preparing students to serve in a diverse world.

Central Connecticut State University is committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory employment and educational environment that complies with policies relating to affirmative action, discrimination, and harassment. Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.The University does not discriminate based on race, sex, sexual identify, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, age, disability, national origin, marital status, or military/veteran status in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.

Title IX Reporting
 

Office of Victim Advocacy
 

Meet Our Team

Dr. Michael Russo

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Dr. Michael Russo

Interim Vice President for Equity and Well-being & Director of Counseling and Student Development
Central Connecticut State University
michael.russo@ccsu.edu 
860.832.1904

Michael Russo, Psy.D. (Department Director) is a clinical psychologist with over 35 years of experience, including 25 years of supervisory and administrative experience. He has a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and is licensed in the State of Connecticut. Prior to coming to CCSU, he worked in community mental health where he gained expertise in the areas of clinical intervention for at-risk students, multi-disciplinary special education services, clinical supervision, and mental health program development. He has worked extensively with young adults, adolescents, children, and families from diverse backgrounds. Dr. Russo values interdisciplinary collaboration and believes that a whole person approach to enhancing student mental health is critical to ensure that students from diverse backgrounds and with diverse needs succeed in college.

Dr. Jill Bassett-Cameron

Jill Bassett - Cameron

Senior Equity & Inclusion Officer/Title IX Coordinator
Davidson Hall, Room 119
860.832.1653
jbassett-cameron@ccsu.edu

Title IX Reporting Form

Dr. Bassett-Cameron is responsible for managing complaints, investigations, and reporting on sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual assault, and discrimination cases. Additionally, as the Title IX Coordinator, she is the responsible employee of the recipient with major responsibility for Title IX compliance efforts. The Title IX coordinator's responsibilities are critical to the development, implementation, and monitoring of meaningful efforts to comply with Title IX.

Mallory Gatison-Marsh

Mallory Gatison-Marsh

Equity and Inclusion Investigator
Central Connecticut State University
gatisonmarshm@ccsu.edu 
 

Erin Rodas

Erin Rodas

Equity and Inclusion Associate
860.832.1662
erodas@ccsu.edu

Claudia Richards-Meade

Claudia Richards-Meade

Equity and Inclusion Associate
860.832.1654
claudia.richardsmeade@ccsu.edu

Jacqueline Cobbina-Boivin

Jacqueline Cobbina - Boivin

Director of the Ruthe Boyea Women's Center
Student Center, Room 215
860.832.1656
cobbina-boivinj@ccsu.edu

Women's Center

The Ruthe Boyea Women’s Center offers a multi-purpose program and service center for female students, staff, and faculty. Men are also welcome to use the resources of the center. The center provides support services for re-entry, peer education, sexual assault, crisis intervention, educational programs, and advocacy.

Jessica Greenebaum

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LGBTQ Center Interim Director
Central Connecticut State University
greenebaumj@ccsu.edu 
860.832.2822

LGBTQ Center

Jamaal Wagner

Jamaal Wagner

Sexual Assault & Violence Prevention Specialist
DiLoreto Hall, Room D305
WagnerJam@ccsu.edu
860.832.3796

Office of Victim Advocacy

The Office of Victim Advocacy provides services to assist and support individuals who have been affected by sexual assault, relationship violence, and/or stalking. Services include assistance navigating different reporting systems and providing information on available options to address safety or other concerns.