UVA Diversity Chief Appointed Top Post at International Reading Association: Known for his expertise on diversity in postsecondary institutions, Dr. William B. Harvey, the University of Virginia’s vice president and chief officer for diversity and equity, will employ his aptitude in a different arena when he assumes the executive director position at The International Reading Association (IRA) on Aug. 1, 2009.
During his four years at UVA, Harvey helped recruit and retain faculty, staff and students from historically underrepresented groups. Now, as the incoming leader for the IRA, Harvey will be promoting literacy instruction and research for students who are often underserved.
“IRA, in my mind, has the capacity to do a tremendous amount of good for untold numbers of people around the world,' Harvey said in an official statement. 'I'm greatly excited about the opportunity to provide direction and leadership, and I hope the best days of the association are ahead of us.'
