Meet the Team

My name is Amy Hackett and one of the advising programs I support is the Racial Justice Training Program. The idea for this program began in 2017 with a general desire for enhanced social justice training for the advising community. Over the course of several years, through conversations, surveys, and consultations, through multiple pandemics, and through the work of a particularly committed Academic Advisor Education & Training Group on Racial Equity, the vision came to life in 2021. You’ll find reference throughout this site to the many people who made RJTP possible whether it’s the racial equity training workgroup, curriculum developers, or the RJTP facilitators. 

My work with RJTP consists of program management covering areas such as the application process, supporting staff and facilitators, managing infrastructure, etc. I am honored to be an alumni of RJTP and working in community with many amazing people also passionate about racial justice education and work. 

Part of my lifelong DEIJ journey has been recognizing the harm that I have caused as a privileged person and committing to being and doing better. I also enjoy being walked by my dog Popcorn, having dinner with my family, listening to the radio, discovering new ideas and places, and chauffeuring my kiddos to whatever they’re into at the moment whether it’s skateboarding or the library.

My name is Mai Lee Chang and I am the Training Specialist for the Racial Justice Training Program. My role is to support the development of the facilitators, curriculum, and processes of RJTP. I work with Amy and the facilitator team to grow our capacity for racial justice work. As a Success Coach, I am most passionate about supporting marginalized students and challenging the norms of higher education practices.

I enjoy the learning process and reflect often on the lived experiences of students, particularly for those who hold BIPOC, Mixed/Multiracial, Low-Income, and First-Gen identities. Outside of work, I am most likely reading a book, hoarding craft materials, enjoying my backyard, or spending time with family.