Carthene Bazemore-Walker

Dr. Carthene Bazemore-Walker

Dr. Carthene Bazemore-Walker graduated from Norfolk State University with a bachelor's degree and the University of Virginia with a doctorate. At MIT, she finished her postdoctoral program. In addition, Bazemore-Walker is an analytical chemist whose work focuses on the extensive investigation of proteins. She managed research labs and was a faculty member at Brown University and the University of Virginia. Bazemore-Walker's work will continue to leverage A&S's accomplishments toward equity and inclusion goals across the liberal arts, building on programs like the award-winning Integrated Inclusive Science program.

Her most recent administrative position was chief research officer at Winston-Salem State University, where she assisted in converting the university's research awards program into an evaluation-focused, outcomes-based competition with an emphasis on the humanities, sciences, and arts. In order to promote creativity, inclusive pedagogy, and cooperative faculty research, she also established new funding programs.

Furthermore, Dr. Bazemore-Walker's extensive background as a faculty member and in leadership positions at a variety of institutions broadens her perspective on and dedication to diversity and inclusion.