Department of Pathology

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee

Arwa Shana'ah, MD

OUR TEAM

Our Committee Chair, Dr. Arwa Shana’ah, leads this fearless group of 22 dedicated committee members, all hailing from various areas of the OSUWMC Department of Pathology and Clinical Laboratories.

Team Members include:

Team members split up their time between the following subcommittees: Cultural Awareness, Data, Events, Media, Outreach, Tracking, Website.

Portrait of Steve Oghumu, PhD, Assistant Professor

My favorite thing about being on the Pathology DEIB committee is:

“ Being on the DEI committee enables me to experience the benefits of having a broad range of perspectives in the workplace. When ALL people have a voice, feel welcomed, and are able to share their perspectives in a respectful and inclusive environment, it fosters innovation and creativity, which are essential for personal, professional, and collective growth.”

- Steve Oghumu, PhD, Assistant Professor

Portrait of Tania Herrera-Diaz, Clinical Lab Services Lead Technologist - Hematology

I became interested in being part of the Pathology DEI committee...

“ … because I deeply value the importance of creating a workplace where everyone feels appreciated and heard. I am passionate about fostering an environment of inclusivity and openness, where diverse perspectives are embraced, and everyone has a voice. As a part of the Media subcommittee, it is our goal to engage people and spark conversations that allow individuals from different backgrounds to share their experiences. By sharing relevant media content and facilitating open discussions, we can create meaningful conversations that might not otherwise take place, enriching our collective understanding and connection.”

- Tania Herrera-Diaz, Clinical Lab Services Lead Technologist - Hematology