Martin University
Dr. Sean L. Huddleston has extensive experience in leadership roles related to diversity and inclusion. Dr. Sean L. served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Martin University since March 2019. Prior to that, they held the position of Vice President and Chief Equity & Inclusion Officer at the University of Indianapolis from June 2017 to February 2019. Dr. Sean L. also served as the Chief Officer of Diversity, Inclusion & Community Engagement at Framingham State University from January 2016 to May 2017, and as the Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer from January 2015 to December 2015. Before their roles in higher education, they worked at various organizations in diversity and inclusion-related positions, including Steelcase and Detroit Technologies Inc. Dr. Huddleston is also the CEO of Enterculture LLC, a company specializing in diversity and inclusion training and consulting.
Dr. Sean L. Huddleston holds a Doctor of Education (EdD) degree in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration from Ferris State University. Dr. Sean L. also received an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Educational Leadership and Administration, as well as a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Adult and Higher Education, both from Grand Valley State University. Additionally, Dr. Huddleston has earned a Cultural Intelligence (CQ) Certified Facilitator certification from the Cultural Intelligence Center, LLC in November 2014. Dr. Sean L. is also a certified Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) Qualified Administrator, having obtained this certification in March 2013 from IDI, LLC. Furthermore, Dr. Huddleston is an Advanced Diversity Practitioner, having received this certification in April 2009 from Cornell University. Dr. Sean L. obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Siena Heights University, and their educational history also includes studies at Alabama State University.
Martin University
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Rev. Fr. Boniface Hardin, O.S.B. and Sister Jane Schilling founded Martin University in 1977. Martin University’s original mission to serve low-income, minority, and adult learners has not changed, although students from all backgrounds have always been welcomed. While the majority of our students are over the age of 25, we are continually enrolling a growing number of younger students. In 1977, Martin University was created, in the midst of the inner city barriers to academic success, to offer opportunities for ordinary and disenfranchised persons to change their destinies through education. The University is recognized as an institution that offers access and opportunities to persons who have been discounted, discouraged, and disregarded in the educational attainment process. Martin University is a distinctive institution that is future-oriented, interconnected, and learning-centered. The University is a non-denominational, private, liberal arts institution with over 1,500 alumni. Martin University serves students, with experienced faculty and staff employed to meet student needs. It offers 13 undergraduate degrees and 2 graduate degree programs. A majority of its students are African American, female, and over the age of 25. Approximately 90% of the students attending Martin University receive financial aid. The University plays a unique role in the Indianapolis community. Many graduates have gone on to become distinguish leaders. Some outstanding graduates include a Deputy Mayor for the City of Indianapolis, Administrator for the Pike Township Fire Department, Marion County Sheriff, Marion County Chaplain, McDonald's Franchise Owner, Pastor of a 16,000 member church, clergymen, social workers, daycare workers and owners, police officers, and published authors.