Jose Perales

Jose Perales has extensive experience in institutional diversity and equity, currently serving as the Interim Vice President and Director of Diversity Operations at DePaul University since August 2009. In these roles, Jose manages business functions, cultural programming, diversity training, and co-manages the Affirmative Action Plan, ensuring compliance with regulations. Additional responsibilities include administering various diversity programs and chairing the President’s Diversity Council. Prior to DePaul, Jose held positions at the University of Illinois at Chicago, including Director of the Graduate College Urban Health Program and Assistant Dean, focusing on increasing underrepresented students in health sciences. Jose also served on the ILACHE Board from 1994 to 2022. Academic qualifications include a Ph.D. in Education Administration and Foundations from Illinois State University and an M.Ed. from the University of Illinois Chicago.