The Chief Diversity Officer: An Examination of CDO Models and Strategies

Herein, C. A. Stanley comments on R. A. Leon's "Journal of Diversity in Higher Education" article, "The Chief Diversity Officer: An Examination of CDO Models and Strategies" that focuses on the role of the chief diversity officer (CDO) in higher education. Stanley, in her position as Vice President and Associate Provost for Diversity for Texas A&M University, reviews Leon's ideas and the results of his study, focusing specifically on the theoretical framework, research findings, and conclusions. She then offers her own conclusions, particularly for current and aspiring CDOs and institutional leaders, while looking toward the future of diversity and the work of CDOs in higher education.