Mary T. Casterline

HR Associate

Office of Human Resources

"I found it surprising that many of us have a very limited view when it comes to diversity. Most people think it stops with race, gender, or religion, but there is so much more to consider and to learn about others. . . What excites me about the process…is to see people broaden their viewpoints and continue to improve upon respectful, meaningful interaction with each other."

"The aspect about the Reflective Process that is most exciting is the tangible piece that hopefully every staff will take with them once they have gone through this experience. It is my hope that each staff member (including myself), will learn something about themselves, about their department, and about how we all work together. I hope that everyone will go forward applying something that they have learned to help positively impact our community."

Ryan Kane

Assistant Director

Office of Student Conduct and Civility Education

Santiago Solis, Ed.D.

Senior Director

Center for Student Diversity

"From my involvement as a facilitator, I have learned that staff and faculty at Towson are eager to diversify the campus. I am extremely hopeful that the conversations about diversity that are taking place campus-wide will further help transform Towson—making it a learning community where students from many different backgrounds are supported socially, culturally, and academically."

"I feel very happy and excited that our university is moving in the current direction. . . looking at the five and 10 year plan. Making it more inclusive is the way to go. I am glad to be part of the movement."

Krish Vaidya

Grants & Banking Manager (Retired)

Financial Services

Kristi Yowell

Acting Manager

Employment, Classification and Compensation

"Great things happen at Towson University. This process has allowed existing programs to be discussed in greater detail, enhancements made, new partnerships and collaborations forged. We should all look forward to the continued progress towards an inclusive campus community as these conversations continue and become the new norm."

• If you are interested in becoming a facilitator for the Reflective Process, please contact us.