Campus Center
Bldg B - First Floor, Office 163
oei@whittier.edu
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Staff
Francisco Gomez
Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
562.907.4662
fgomez@whittier.edu
Pronouns: he/him/his
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Francisco was born and raised in San Diego, California to an immigrant family and was the first in his family to graduate from college. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Chicana/o Studies from the University of California, Davis, and his Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of San Francisco. His experience as a first-generation college student at a large research institution has shaped how he navigates his role as a student affairs practitioner. His holistic approach when working with students, staff, and faculty allows him to fight for a more equitable world, specifically in higher education.
Ashley Duenas Ocampo
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator
562.907.4963
aduenas@whittier.edu
Pronouns: she/her/hers
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Ashley was born and raised in Norwalk, California. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Environmental Studies with a minor in Religious Studies from Whittier College in Spring 2023. During her undergrad, Ashley was heavily involved with student life and engagement, as well as a strong supporter and member of multiple councils, clubs and coalitions pertaining to diversity and inclusivity on campus. With a strong passion for youth advocacy and student empowerment through DEI education and programming, Ashley’s focus is to mentor and empower students in advocating for a more inclusive and equitable campus.
