School of Business Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
Mission Statement
The mission of the School of Business DEIB committee aims to cultivate an environment that values and celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to providing an affordable high-quality education that promotes psychological safety, cultural competence, and a respectful & empathetic atmosphere to support faculty/staff engagement and student success.
Who We Serve
Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, Business Community/Society at large.
Areas of Focus
- Students - Recruitment, Retention, Curriculum, Graduation, Professional/Post Graduate Opportunities
- Faculty & Staff - Recruitment, Selection, Hiring, Promotion, Professional Development
- Awareness - Bias, Cultural Competence, Social Justice
- Business Partnerships - Internships, Careers, Mentorships
Upcoming Events
*More announced soon!
Members
- George DeFeis - Assistant Professor of Business Administration, Management
- Keith Diener - Associate Professor of Business Administration, Public Law
- Emmanuel Small - Associate Professor of Business Administration, Management
- Aakash Taneja - Professor of Computer Information Systems
- Jiajin Chen - Associate Professor of Finance
- Christian Ehiobuche - Assistant Professor of Business Administration, Management
- Helen Wei - Associate Professor of Computer Science
- Wei-Xuan Li - Associate Professor of Finance
- Vasu Chakraborty - Assistant Professor of Accounting
- Donna Hauer - Accreditation & Academic Program Specialist
- Esther Lawrence - Assistant Dean, School of Business
Welcome from our Deans
In the School of Business, we are committed to developing a culture where everyone feels valued and respected. Our goal is to recognize, appreciate, and embrace the unique differences that exist between students and faculty, creating an environment where everyone can contribute and excel within an atmosphere of community and connection.
I am grateful to our faculty and the DEIB Committee for their work and continued development of our DEIB initiatives.
Dr. Warren J. Kleinsmith
Dean, School of Business
As the Assistant Dean, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our community. We are committed to creating a space where diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are celebrated. In today’s dynamic business landscape, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered is not only important—it’s essential to our collective success. We believe that true innovation and leadership stem from inclusion, where each member of the School of Business at Stockton University has the opportunity to thrive and contribute fully. Whether you are a student, faculty, staff member, or visitor, you are part of a collaborative effort to build a brighter, more inclusive future. Thank you for visiting, and I look forward to seeing the ways in which you contribute to our thriving, inclusive community.
Dr. Esther C. Lawrence
Assistant Dean, School of Business
