As the CHRO, Kayla is responsible for the leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the human resources operation of the University. Kayla ensures that the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and affirmative action and equal employment opportunity will be applied to all university human resources practices, including developing policies and practices that welcome all potential students and employees. Kayla leads efforts to position the University as a collaborative and welcoming place to work that supports, engages, values and develops employees.