Kendra Gallegos Reichle Interim VP, Diversity Affairs 970-852-5186 kgreichle@fortlewis.edu ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ Alumni From Belen, New Mexico, Kendra is a proud Fort Lewis College alumna with a BA in Psychology. She received her master's degree in mental health counseling in 2009 and worked in public health for several years before returning to ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ in 2011. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Prevention Specialist in Colorado and has worked in clinical and non-clinical health and well-being settings. She is the Chair of ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ’s Behavioral Intervention Team. She provides education for faculty, staff, and students to ensure that we are a community of care, always keeping students in the center. She is passionate about building strengths, meeting people where they are, and collaborating on campus and off to ensure our students are connected and as healthy and successful as possible. When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, especially her children (Bianka and Azalea) and her chiweenies (Clara Bell & Eva Sopapilla), traveling, live music, and new experiences.
Larenz Esplain Assistant Director, Native American Center 970-247-7310 ldesplain@fortlewis.edu Larenz (he/him) holds an M.Ed. in Higher Education and brings experience from the Circle Back program and ONNSFA. Dedicated to supporting Indigenous students and creating inclusive spaces, Larenz is a passionate advocate for Native American student success. He aims to enhance student support services and foster a welcoming environment at the NAC.
Karl Little Owl Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Diversity Affairs 970-247-7212 kllittleowl@fortlewis.edu
Kate Suazo Director of Belonging 970-247-7452 cmsuazo@fortlewis.edu ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ Alumni Kate Suazo (she/ella) is an Alumna of Fort Lewis College, originally from the mountains of New Mexico. With her M.A. in Social Justice and Human Rights and over a decade in DEI facilitation, she brings her passion for justice to her work at ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ. Suazo is driven by her hope to create a sense of belonging for all ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ community members.
Al Wolfe Assistant Director, Gender & Sexuality Resource Center, Advisor for the Sexuality & Gender Alliance Club 970-852-5183 akwolfe@fortlewis.edu ÅÝܽ¶ÌÊÓÆµ Alumni Al is a Fort Lewis College graduate from Bentonville, Arkansas, with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. As a trans-non-binary individual, Al is passionate about supporting students in celebrating their authentic selves. They use their background as a lobbyist, TEDX presenter, and SafeZone-trained facilitator to advocate for creating safe spaces across campus- not just in the Diversity Collaborative’s centers.