PITTSBURGH — The University of Pittsburgh announced it appointed Clyde Wilson Pickett to serve as the university's vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion. Pickett, who officially starts in his new role in July, will be tasked with ensuring a welcome, inclusive and equitable environment for all on campus.
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“There is no one better to serve in the position of vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion than Clyde Pickett,” Kathy Humphrey, senior vice chancellor for engagement and secretary of the board of trustees, said in a press release. “I am delighted to welcome Clyde to the University of Pittsburgh, where his experience and leadership will help us live up to our commitment of making Pitt a more equitable place.”
Previously, Pickett served as the chief diversity officer for the Community College of Allegheny County. Most recently, however, Pickett held the role of a chief diversity officer for the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. It was in Minnesota where he was tasked with ensuring Minnesota State’s 54 campuses adhered to equity and inclusion strategies as well as policy guidance that Pickett developed.
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