About Matthew C Chaney, Ed.D.
Dr. Matthew C. Chaney is a passionate educator committed to student development and inclusive excellence. A native of Flint, Michigan, he began his career in higher education at Ferris State University over 27 years ago. He is a thought leader on inclusive excellence and models his important work through effective engagement strategies. In addition, Dr. Chaney is a collaborative leader who encourages intentional and inclusive leadership with all university stakeholders, creating spaces where everyone’s humanity is valued, celebrated and appreciated.
Dr. Chaney has a committed track record of assisting students, faculty and staff in understanding the value of inclusive excellence and ways to increase their cultural competencies that will contribute to everyone’s growth and development as leaders and lifelong learners. Dr. Chaney has been successful at multiculturalism and inclusion by implementing best practices, strategic planning, creating assessment initiatives, programming, effective management and building strategic partnerships to advance his work.
Dr. Chaney believes that the key component to inclusive excellence work begins with intentionality. With that belief, everyone is encouraged to be intentional in their efforts to celebrate inclusive excellence. Dr. Chaney currently serves as the first Vice President for Inclusive Excellence at Wright State University, where he is excited to further the institution's efforts in fostering a welcoming campus environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.