HHS DEI Undergraduate Committee
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Creating a More Inclusive Environment
The College of Health and Human Sciences seeks student input on issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) through a newly developed HHS DEI Undergraduate Committee that will continue the college’s efforts in creating a more inclusive environment. The committee will include undergraduate students across HHS majors and with diverse backgrounds, and participation offers students opportunities to identify needs for the college, share ideas, develop resources, and build leadership and communication skills. The committee is chaired by Tammy Conard-Salvo, HHS assistant director for diversity, equity and inclusion.
We are accepting applications for open positions on the HHS DEI Undergraduate Committee. Committee members represent a range of backgrounds, academic years and HHS majors, and they help make HHS more inclusive by identifying needs, developing resources and participating in projects that help advance a more inclusive environment. Interested in joining us? Please submit your application to hhsinclusion@purdue.edu by Wednesday, September 14, 2022.
2022-2023 Committee Members
Sara Adams
Nutrition Science
Sara Adams
Nutrition Science
Hi! My name is Sara Adams (she/her) and I am a junior in nutrition and dietetics minoring in psychology. I am a member of the John Martinson Honor’s College and involved as a student volunteer and captain for the sports nutrition department. After graduating, I plan to attend grad school and complete a dietetic internship in order to become a registered dietitian. I plan to work in pediatric behavioral health nutrition upon receiving licensure. I look forward to serving on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee and promoting an inclusive and safe environment for all students at Purdue.
David Atilola
Public Health
David Atilola
Public Health
Hello everyone! My name is David Atilola I was born in Nigeria, but I am from Avon, IN. I am a senior studying Public Health Pre-Law. I am also a polyglot (I speak English, Yoruba, and Italian). I also love sports, cinema, and all kinds of music.
Ryker Bond
Health Sciences
Ryker Bond
Health Sciences
I am from LaGrange, Indiana, and am pursuing a degree in health sciences on a pre-medicine track. Currently, I am involved in undergraduate research, working with the Freeman laboratory. I am also also a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. I enjoy spending most of my free time with my two dogs, Callie and Harper. I am looking forward to helping serve on the DEI committee and helping promote diversity, equity and inclusion.
Madison Chin
Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
Madison Chin
Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
I am a student from Milton, Massachusetts, majoring in speech, language, and hearing Sciences. I am proud to be biracial; I identify as both Chinese and Cape Verdean. I love baking, swimming, helping people and learning about new things.
Sydney DeCubellis
Psychological Sciences
Sydney DeCubellis
Psychological Sciences
I am a junior studying psychological sciences with minors in sociology, human development and family studies, and forensic science with the hope to go into criminal behavioral analysis. I’m from Minnesota, so I love playing hockey and snowboarding. I am also very passionate about DEI and working to make sure those who are underrepresented in my community have a voice and are receiving appropriate opportunities for success.
Deven Hawkins
Nursing
Deven Hawkins
Nursing
I am Deven Hawkins, a sophomore in the nursing program, and my hometown is Chicago, Illinois. I chose to be a part of the DEI committee to create and uphold a diverse, equal and inclusive environment within HHS and Purdue.
Lauren Gehrig
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Lauren Gehrig
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Hi! My name is Lauren Gehrig, and I am a junior majoring in financial counseling and planning and minoring in management. I am the upcoming vice president of the Purdue chapter of the Financial Planners Association and a member of the Student Leadership Committee for the CoRec. I am so excited to be on this committee, and I can’t wait to get started!
Yumi Mayes
Health and Kinesiology
Yumi Mayes
Health and Kinesiology
I am a freshman from Fishers, Indiana. My major is kinesiology with a minor in Japanese.
Raechel Johnson
Psychological Sciences
Raechel Johnson
Psychological Sciences
My name is Raechel Johnson (she/her) and I am a sophomore from Indianapolis, Indiana studying psychological sciences with a minor in management. In the future, I hope to pursue my master’s or doctorate degree in psychology and work as an organizational psychologist. I am eager to be a part of this committee because I am committed to helping my peers have the most supportive and rewarding years here at Purdue. When I am not in class, you can find me walking through Celery Bog, reading a good book, or crocheting.
Kyndal Poore
Health Sciences
Kyndal Poore
Health Sciences
Hello! My name is Kyndal Poore and I am a sophomore from Fishers, Indiana. My major is in Biomedical Health Sciences with a Pre-Medicine concentration. I am excited to be involved in the committee to create vast opportunities for people of color within HHS and make sure students are maximizing the opportunities available to them.
Riley Schellingerhout
Health and Kinesiology
Riley Schellingerhout
Health and Kinesiology
I’m Riley, and I grew up in Houston, Texas after my parents moved there for work. They immigrated to the U.S. from South Africa a short while before I was born. I spent a few years in the engineering program before becoming a Kinesiology major. After I earn my bachelor’s degree, I plan on pursuing a graduate education and becoming a specialized healthcare provider.
I enjoy hanging out with my wife, playing with our cat (he acts like a puppy, but don’t be fooled), and spending an unholy amount of time binge-reading books.
I would have loved having access to a DEI program growing up, so I’m excited to involve myself in minority outreach whenever I can. I especially spend a lot of time at Purdue’s LGBTQ+ Center. I look forward to working with the DEI committee!
Saira Shah
Psychological Sciences
Saira Shah
Psychological Sciences
Major: brain and behavioral sciences
My name is Saira and I’m from Fishers, Indiana. I work full time at Herrick Laboratories in marketing and conference coordination, and I am also a research assistant for Dr. Kelleher’s neurodevelopmental family lab. In my free time I love to cook and host dinner parties with friends.