Thomas Witherspoon

Thomas Witherspoon is an accomplished higher education professional currently serving as Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer at the University of Tampa since July 2021. With a robust background in diversity and inclusion, Witherspoon held key positions at Whitman College, Denison University, Dartmouth College, and Boston University, culminating in roles such as Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion & Title IX Coordinator and Associate Dean and Director of Multicultural Student Affairs. Witherspoon's career began at The Posse Foundation, where responsibilities included Program Director and Trainer. Educational qualifications include a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration from New England College, a Master of Arts in Education from Northeastern Illinois University, and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Denison University.