Eileen Galvez
About Eileen Galvez
Eileen Galvez serves as the Assistant Dean of Yale College and the Director of La Casa Cultural, a position she has held since 2015. She has a diverse background in higher education, having worked in various roles at institutions such as Texas State University and Illinois Wesleyan University.
Current Role at Yale University
Eileen Galvez serves as the Assistant Dean of Yale College and the Director of La Casa Cultural. She has held this position since 2015, contributing to the academic and cultural environment at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. In her role, she focuses on promoting diversity and inclusion within the college community.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Prior to her current role, Eileen Galvez worked at several institutions. She was the Assistant Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Illinois Wesleyan University from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Student Life Coordinator at Austin Community College from 2011 to 2013, and held multiple positions at Texas State University, including Graduate Assistant for Multicultural Student Affairs and Second-Year Experience Graduate Intern.
Educational Background
Eileen Galvez earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Higher Education Leadership from Colorado State University, completing her studies from 2017 to 2023. She also holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Counseling & Guidance and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science, both from Texas State University. Her educational journey spans from 2005 to 2023.
Involvement in Student Organizations
Eileen Galvez has been actively involved in student organizations throughout her career. She served as the Director of Collegiate Affairs for Sigma Delta Lambda Sorority, Inc. from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, she worked as the Arts & Entertainment Coordinator for the Student Association for Campus Activities at Texas State University from 2007 to 2008.