My Story
Bryan D. Samuel, Ph.D., is a seasoned higher education administration professional with more than 30 years of experience specializing in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. As a first generation,
minority student with a disability, he has utilized his scholarship and lived experience to enhance access
and opportunities for members of disadvantaged populations. His advocacy, strategies, and initiatives
have made significant improvements in institutional dynamics and a meaningful difference in the
individual lives of students, faculty, and staff.
Dr. Samuel is married and has two children. He resides in Huntsville, Alabama where he serves as the
Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at The University of Alabama in Huntsville.
AWARDS
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UTC Student Support Service (TRIO) Outstanding Contributions Award-December 2016
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Chattanooga Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity Incorporated-Kappa Leadership League Scholarship Debonair Service Award
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UTC Black Student Alliance Certificate of Appreciation 2015
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UTC Horace Taylor Diversity Leadership Award, 2014
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Southeastern Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel TRIO Achiever Award 2010
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Sigma Lambda Beta Distinguish Service Award 2005
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University of Nebraska Central Administration Kudos Award 2005
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University of Nebraska Central Administration Fellowship Award 2003
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UNK Hispanic Student Association Certificate of Appreciation 2003
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Ruffalo Noel Levitz Retention Excellence Award 2000
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Affirmative Action and Minority Affairs Distinguished Service Award 2000
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National Pan-Hellenic Council Distinguished Service Award 2000
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Affirmative Action and Minority Affairs Distinguished Service Award 1997