Director of Organizational Development and Diversity

Victoria serves as the Libraries’ leader for all aspects of human resources planning and management, and the coordination of library equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Email: victoria.akinde@northwestern.edu
Phone: 847-491-2882

Stephanie Simko, Associate Director of Faculty and Staff Services

Stephanie can help you with all aspects of librarian recruitment, professional development, and employee relations issues. She also works on the awards program and DEIA committee. If you have any questions about  any of these, Stephanie can be reached by phone or email.

 Email: stephanie.simko@northwestern.edu
 Phone: (847) 491-7587

Eddie Bland IV, Associate Director of Faculty and Staff Services

Eddie can assist with all aspects of the recruitment process for exempt and
non-exempt staff. He also oversees the Performance Excellence process,
manages our implementation of HR policies and procedures, and manages
employee relation issues for the library.

Email: eddie.blandiv@northwestern.edu
Phone: (847) 467-4037

Organizational Development Assistant

The Organizational Development Assistant is the  "go-to" person for student employment, new-hire orientation and timekeeping. Best way to contact Organizational Development & Diversity is by phone and/or email. 

library-orgdevelopment@northwestern.edu

Phone: (847) 491-2633

Vince McCoy, Clifton Strengths Coordinator, Organizational Development (p/t)

Vince is the go-to person for the library's Strengths Finder program. Vince is a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach.  

Email: vmccoy@northwestern.edu
Phone: (847) 491-8390