Senior Advisor for Access and Opportunity Turan Mullins, ’17, is truly championing the cause of making St. Louis a more inclusive place to live and work. In honor of his leadership, Mullins was named an honoree for the 2021 St. Louis Business Journal Champions of Diversity and Inclusion awards program.

“To be recognized among other significant community leaders is a great feeling,” Mullins said. “This award recognizes all the work I’ve done over the past 12 years to build a diverse and inclusive learning environment at Maryville. I appreciate the opportunity to look back and celebrate the great work we’ve done and the lives we have changed.”

Mullins has dedicated his entire career to access and opportunity in education, serving in various roles in higher education and through his private consulting services. At Maryville, Mullins provides thought leadership to promote a culture of inclusion. He develops, implements and assesses initiatives that create a more inclusive and socially just campus.