DePaul University
Jose Perales has extensive experience in institutional diversity and equity, currently serving as the Interim Vice President and Director of Diversity Operations at DePaul University since August 2009. In these roles, Jose manages business functions, cultural programming, diversity training, and co-manages the Affirmative Action Plan, ensuring compliance with regulations. Additional responsibilities include administering various diversity programs and chairing the President’s Diversity Council. Prior to DePaul, Jose held positions at the University of Illinois at Chicago, including Director of the Graduate College Urban Health Program and Assistant Dean, focusing on increasing underrepresented students in health sciences. Jose also served on the ILACHE Board from 1994 to 2022. Academic qualifications include a Ph.D. in Education Administration and Foundations from Illinois State University and an M.Ed. from the University of Illinois Chicago.
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DePaul University
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DePaul University is the nation's largest Catholic university, with about 23,000 students and about 300 degree programs. Its partnerships throughout Chicago enable DePaul to provide an exceptional educational experience that is vibrant, pragmatic and socially engaged. Classes are small and taught by knowledgeable and experienced faculty members who take full advantage of Chicago’s corporate, cultural and community resources. DePaul is nationally recognized for incorporating service learning throughout its curriculum and for the academic rigor and prominence of its programs. Founded in 1898 by the Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians), DePaul’s tradition of providing a quality education to students from a broad range of backgrounds, with particular attention to first-generation students, has resulted in one of the nation’s most diverse student bodies. With 10 colleges and schools, DePaul has campuses in Chicago’s Loop and Lincoln Park neighborhoods, three suburban locations, and degree programs in several nations. It is a member of the BIG EAST Conference in Division I sports.