Candy McCorkle-Boughton

I am a creative leader in higher education leader with a deep commitment to equity, learning, and student success. I have a proven ability to drive impactful outcomes through strategic planning and analysis. Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and delivering comprehensive solutions that align with organizational needs. Valued for adaptability, collaboration, and results-driven mindset, with expertise in cultivating environments that foster stakeholder engagement.

Completed the Advanced Leadership Institute Residency, Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, PA August 2025

Distinguished Woman in Higher Education Leadership Award, Michigan Chapter of The American Council on Education, Detroit, MI 2024

Outstanding Latina/Salute to Latinas Staff/Faculty Award 2022

Beyond Diversity Award, 110th Wing Diversity Council, Michigan Air National Guard, Battle Creek, MI

Outstand Service Award, Jackson County 4-H Council, Jackson, MI 2017

Fellow in the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education Chief Diversity Officer Fellowship Program, 2020-2021

Certified Facilitator of Instructional Skills, British Columbia Institute of Technology, Vancouver, B.C., Canada 2013-Present

Limited License Psychologist in the State of Michigan: 1996-2013

Teaching Excellence Award Spring Arbor University: 2004

King, Chavez, Parks Future Faculty Fellowship: 2002-2006

Outstanding Work in Substance Abuse Prevention, Substance Abuse Council of Battle Creek, Battle Creek, MI 2001

• Member of the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education Land Acknowledgement Committee, 20024- Present
• Member of West Michigan DEI Roundtable, 2022-Present
• Member of West Michigan Talent First Human Resources Consortium DEI Committee, 2022-2024
• Member of the Michigan Association of State Universities- Chief Diversity Officers Committee, 2019-2023
• Member of the Michigan Association of Counselor Education & Supervision 2019- Present
• Member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society 2019- Present
• Member of National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education, 2016-Present
• Editorial Board Member for the Malaysian Online Journal of Counseling, Malaysia 2013-2016
• Member of the National Association for Counselor Education and Supervision: March 2004-2013
• Member of American Counseling Association: March 2004-2013
• Member of Pi Lambda Theta (National Honor Society for Educators: December 2003-present
• Member of PSI CHI (National Honor Society for Psychology: November 2003-present
• Member of the Michigan Counselor Association: June 2002-2013
• Member of the Michigan Association of Counselor Education & Supervision: March 2002-2013
• President of the Michigan Association of Counselor Education & Supervision 2004-2005

• Undergraduate Level:
• CORE 100 Discovery in the Liberal Arts
• PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology
• PSY 100L Introduction to Psychology Lab
• PSY 140 Introduction to Psychology (Parnall Correctional Facility)
• PSY 246 Substance Abuse and Society
• PSY 246 Substance Abuse Counseling
• PSY 327 Integration of Psychology and Christianity
• PSY 235 Clinical Interviewing
• PSY 360 Psychology of Adjustment
• PSY 385 Psychology Internship
• PSY 411 Systems of Psychology
• PSY 422 Methods and Procedures of Counseling
• PSY 499 Psychology Major Portfolio
• SOC 250 Marriage and Family
• SOC 360 Gender Roles
• FYS 131H Honors Leadership
• Online Courses:
• SOC 311 Cultural and Ethnic Minorities
• Adult Learning/Distance Education format:
• SOC 312 Ethnicity, Social Class, & the Family
• FLE 335 Interpersonal Relations: Interviewing and Interventions
• Graduate Level Courses (traditional and distance learning formats):
• CED 551 Counseling with Children
• CED 610 Career Development
• CED 620 Introduction to Multicultural Issues in Counseling
• CED 630 Counseling Ethics and Professional Issues
• CED 640 Standardized Testing
• CED 566 Lifespan Development
• CED 668 Marriage and Family Therapy
• CED 765 Consulting in Counseling
• CNS 636 Testing and Assessment
• CNS 602 The Counselor and Diversity
• CNS 611 Ethical and Legal Issues in Counseling
• CNS 613 Multicultural Counseling
• CNS 622 Counseling Techniques in a Multicultural Setting
• CNS 626 Testing and Assessment
• CNS 681 Counseling Internship
• CNS 682 Counseling Internship
• CNS 674 Introduction to Clinical Supervision

• 2012 CNS 615– Introduction to Substance Abuse Counseling, Master of Arts in Counseling Program Graduate and Profession al Studies, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 2012 CNS 614 – Introduction to Crisis Intervention, Master of Arts in Counseling Program Graduate and Profession al Studies, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 2012 SOC 246 – Revised Substance Abuse and Society, Online Program, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 2011 CNS 622 – Revised Counseling Technique in a Multicultural Setting, Master of Arts in Counseling Program Graduate and Professional Studies, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 2011 CNS 636 - Revised Testing and Assessment, Master of Arts in Counseling Program Graduate and Professional Studies, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 2009 SOC 246 –Substance Abuse and Society, Online Program, Spring Arbor University, Spring, Arbor, MI
• 2008 PSY 100- Introduction to Psychology, Associates of Arts Program, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 2007 SOC 246 –Substance Abuse and Society, Online Program, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 2002 FAS 643 - Cultural Issues in Family Life, Masters in Family Studies Program Adult Education, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 2002 CNS 622 - Counseling Technique in a Multicultural Setting, Masters in Counseling Program Adult Education, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 2001 CNS 621 - Counseling Theory in a Multicultural Context, Masters in Counseling Program Adult Education, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• 1999 PSY 327 - Integration of Psychology and Christianity, Bachelors in Psychology Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI (co-developed with Terry Darling, Ed.D.)

• January 29, 2025 “Progressing DEIB Initiatives & Navigating HR Communications” LEAP HR Higher Education Conference, Atlanta, GA
• October 2021 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Employees and Business Leaders Certification, Brandon Hall group, Online
• October 2020 Diversity: Inclusion in the Modern Workplace, EverFi
• October 2020 Anti-Racism In and Out of the Classroom: How to be an Ally for College Students
• October 2019 Diversity in the Workplace
• July 2017 Intergroup Diversity Dialogue, Hope College, Holland, MI
• May 2017 Title IX Investigator Training, Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI
• March 2017AmeriCorps VISTA Supervisor Training, Michigan Non-Profit Association, Lansing, MI
• March 2017 Respect and Inclusion Series: Uncovering Implicit Bias Training, Workplace Answers, Online
• March 2017 Practicing Inclusion: Diversity Awareness for Undergraduate Students Training, Workplace Answers, Online
• March 2017 Respect and Inclusion Series: The Power of Respectful Language Training, Workplace Answers, Online
• March 2016 Campus Security Authority Training (Cleary Act Compliance), Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• February 2016-March 2015 Audited NPLS 545 Grant Writing, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• February 2016 Title IX Training by Association of Title Nine Administrators, Mott Community College, Flint, MI
• September 29, 2023 “Honoring our Hero’s an Owning our Place as Leaders” Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine Women in Leadership Conference, Kalamazoo, MI
• June 20, 2023 “The Impact on Anti-DEI Legislation in Higher Education on Talent” Webinar for the Michigan Sustainable Business Forum, Virtual
• June 14, 2022 “The Decline and Resurgence of The Black Farmer as a Result of U.S. D.A Policies” Michigan Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Virtual
• May 17, 2022 “Let’s Talk Black Mental Health Lecture Series; The Impact of Code-Switching and Biculturalism on Identity Development” Synergy Health Center, Kalamazoo, MI
• April 14, 2022 “Sense of Belonging CDO Panel” Panelists: Dr. Candy McCorkle, Western Michigan University, Dr. Robert Sellers, University of Michigan, & Dr. Marcus Whitehouse, Penn State University, hosted by Michigan Technological University via Zoom
• March 24, 2022 “Implicit Bias and How Women Experience It”, Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services, Kalamazoo, MI
• February 17, 2022 “Implicit Bias” Facilitated a workshop for the search committee for Associate Vice Provost for Enrollment at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
• February 2, 2022 “Five Competencies for DEI Leaders” Facilitated a workshop for the State of Michigan government agencies’ Equity Officers, Zoom Virtual format
• December 3, ,2021 “Five Competencies for Diversity and Inclusion Practitioners” Facilitated Workshop for faculty of Michigan Technological University and Findlandia University, Zoom Virtual Platform
• April 9, 2021 “Identity Power and Privilege” Facilitated a workshop with the Michigan Air National Guard and Army National Guard, Battle Creek, MI
• March 2021-October 2021 Book Study of “Waking Up White” by Debbie Irving with the Municipal Leadership of the City of Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI
• December2020-March2021 Book Study on “Waking Up White” by Debbie Irving and DEI Competencies for Leaders with the President’s Cabinet at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
• October 26, 2020 “How to Assist Our Campus Communities Post-election 2020” Lower Midwest NADOHE Chapter virtual webinar co-facilitated with Paulette Grandberry-Russell, president of NADOHE
• June-July 2020 “Communities in Collaboration” Facilitated conversations between marginalized students, university administrators and police, Kalamazoo, MI
• November 15, 2019 “Addressing Unconscious Bias”, Summit on Racism, Kalamazoo, MI
• November 13, 2019 “Mentoring as a Tool for Leadership”, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Detroit, MI
• October 21, 2019 “Developing a Land Acknowledgement Statement” Michigan ACPA Conference, Kalamazoo, MI
• October 20,2019 “Reconstructing Higher Education” Next GEN Michigan ACPA Conference, Kalamazoo, MI
• March 27, 2018 “Cultural Competency for Behavioral Health”, Mid-Michigan Healthcare, Alma, MI
• March 19, 2018 “Non-Cognitive Factors: From Theory to Practice with KCP” Equity within the Classroom KCP Conference, Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, MI
• February 16, 2018 “Improving Transition to College” Great Lakes Regional Student Success Conference, Detroit, MI
• August 25, 2017 “Teaching in a Multicultural Classroom”, Fall Conference, Alma College, Alma, MI
• April 8, 2017 “Women in Leadership Learning to Own Their Voice” Journey Women’s Conference, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• March 23, 2017 “Building Community: Preparing Western Tertiary Institutions for Global Students” Michigan Association of International Educators Annual Conference, Lansing, MI
• November 2, 2015 “Ubuntu: Answering Tomorrow’s Agriculture and Natural Resource Challenges” College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
• October 15, 2015 “Understanding the Needs of First-Generation African American Students” Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• January, 2014 “Teaching in a Multicultural Classroom”, Adjunct Learning Day, Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• January, 2014 “Managing Classroom Behavior”, Adjunct Learning Day, Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• December, 2014 “Creating an Assignment Rubric”, Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• February 21, 2013“Current Legislation and Public Policy Relevant to Counselors” Jackson Counseling Association, Jackson Area Career Center, Jackson, MI
• November, 2012 “Persistence of First-Generation African American Students” All Michigan Counselor Conference, Troy, MI
• February 5, 2011 “I’m Okay” at 6th Annual Girl Developer’s Summit Make an Impact on Girls for the Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan, Kalamazoo, MI
• March, 2009 “Cultural Competency: Critical in Working with Students” Keynote Address for the Division of Multicultural Affairs Staff Orientation at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
• February, 2008 Panelist for American Association of University Women, Jackson Chapter luncheon sponsored by Spring Arbor University
• October 12, 2007 “The Utilization of a Psychology Major” at the Beginnings & Endings: Best Practices for Introducing and Bringing Closure the Undergraduate Psychology Major, The Society for the Teaching of Psychology, The National Institute on the Teaching of Psychology & Kennesaw State University Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Atlanta, GA
• November 6, 2004 “GPS System for New Faculty”, DFI-KCP 8th Annual Joint Fellows Conference, Marriott Hotel, Lincolnshire, IL
• March 20, 2004 “Continuing Paid Work and Raising Children: Challenges and Trends”, Michigan Women’s Studies Conference, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• November 13, 2002 “How to Implement a CRLA Tutoring Training Program Using the Myers Briggs Type Indicator and Learning Theories”, College Reading and Learning Association 2002 National Conference, Hyatt Regency, Minneapolis, MN
• April, 1996 “Medicaid Managed Care Ombudsman Panel” Health Care in the 21st Century Conference, University of Michigan School of Social Work, Ann Arbor, MI

• October 16, 2023 “The Relationship between Diversity and Inclusion and Federalism” Global Ties Kalamazoo Japanese Business Summit, Kalamazoo, MI
• September 29, 2023 “Amplifying and Recognizing Your Leadership Skills” WMU Stryker Medical School Women’s Leadership Summit, Kalamazoo, MI
• December 8, 2018 “Privilege and the Marginalization of Cultural Identity” Association of Behavioral Health 2018 Conference, Lansing MI
• March 23, 2017 “Building Community: Preparing Western Tertiary Institutions for Global Students” Michigan Association of International Educators Annual Conference, Lansing, MI
• March 20, 2009 “Cultural Competency: Critical in Working with Students” The Division of Multicultural Affairs Staff Orientation at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI

• September 2005-April 2006 Doctoral Intern Counselor, Albion College Counseling Center, Albion, MI
• February 2001- March 2003 Substance Abuse Prevention Consultant, Substance Abuse Council of Greater Battle Creek, Battle Creek, MI
• August 1998-April 2000 Per Diem Substance Abuse Therapist, Bridgeway Center of Foote Hospital, Jackson, MI
• June 1996-August 1998 Substance Abuse Therapist, Bridgeway Center of Foote Hospital, Jackson, MI

• August 2012-September 2013 Assistant Professor, Counseling and Special Education Department Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
• Taught three graduate level counseling courses per/semester
• Served on Institutional and Departmental Committees
• Oversaw the Remodel of the Training Counseling Center
• Managed the Global Campus Counseling Program
• Maintained an active scholarship
• August 1998-June 2009 Associate Professor of Psychology, Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI
• Taught 4 undergraduate psychology courses per/semester
• Developed new curriculum
• Served as undergraduate psychology practicum and internship coordinator
• Served on Institutional and Departmental committees
• Served as an academic advisor
• June 8, 2002 – June 17, 2002Guest Lecturer at the Moscow Christian School of Psychology Moscow, Russia
• Taught a graduate course in Addiction Counseling
• Partnered with school staff to translate all course materials and lecture notes from English into Russian
• Taught from both a western American and Eastern European perspective
• Invited to teach based on my previous work as an addiction’s counselor and Psychology professor

• March 25, 2025 “Understanding Your Social Identities and Experience of Privilege and Oppression” Earley and Associates Inc. Kalamazoo, MI
• February 7, 2025 “If They Really Knew Me? Imposter Syndrome” Seita Scholars, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
• July 30, 2024 “Implicit Bias” Duncan Aviation, Jackson Whole, WY
• April 22, 2024 “Microaggression” Family and Children Service of Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI
• November 14, 2023 “Identity, Power and Privilege” Family and Children Services of Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI
• November 1, 2023 “Identity, Power and Privilege” Duncan Aviation, Lincoln, NE
• May 31, 2023 “Implicit Bias”, Family and Children Service of Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI
• August 18, 2022 “Five Essential Competencies for Effective DEI Leaders”, Jackson County Intermediate School District, Jackson, MI
• July 22, 2022 “Identity, Power and Privilege” WMU College of Aviation, Battle Creek, MI
• June 14, 2023 “The Impact of USDA Legislation on the Decline and Rise of Black Farmers” Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s Let’s Talk Race Series, Virtual
• April 9, 2021 “Identity, Power and Privilege” Air National Guard and Army National Guard of Michigan, Fort Custer, Battle Creek, MI
• April, 2015 “Effective Communication Inside and Outside the Classroom”, Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• December, 2014 “Creating an Assignment Rubric”, Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• January 11, 2014 “Teaching in a Multicultural Classroom” for Adjunct Faculty at Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• January 11, 2014 “Managing Classroom Behavior” for Adjunct Faculty at Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• August 17, 2006 “Managing Stress as First Year College Students” for Highbeam Program at Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• May 16, 2006 “Career Choices in Psychology” for Junior and Senior students in Psychology course at Hanover Horton High School, Hanover, MI
• November 2005 “Drugs, Alcohol and Athletics” substance abuse prevention workshop for all collegiate athletics at Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• September 1, 2005 “Awareness, Perceptions & Assumptions: A Cultural Influence” diversity training for Resident’s Life staff at Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• August 18, 2005 “College Adjustment for New Students” for the Highbeam Program at Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• September 2, 2004 “Campus Flava: Diversity” at Spring Arbor University for Resident Advisors, Spring Arbor, MI
• August, 2004 “Stress: A college student’s guide to coping with change” at Spring Arbor University for the Highbeam Program, Spring Arbor, MI
• September 3, 2003 “Drugs 101” at Spring Arbor University for New Student Orientation, Spring Arbor, MI
• August 28, 2003 “It’s a Cultural Perception Thing!” at Spring Arbor University for Resident/Peer Advisors, Spring Arbor, MI
• December 5, 2002 “How to Reduce Holiday Stress” at Western Michigan University for the Professional Staff, Kalamazoo, MI
• September 29, 2002 “Rebuilding the Kingdom: Diversity and You” at Spring Arbor University for Resident Advisor Training, Spring Arbor, MI
• September 27, 2001 “Campus Diversity” at Western Michigan University for University 101 Class, Kalamazoo, MI
• January 2001-2003 Facilitated the Annual Youth Forum for Calhoun County High Schools, Battle Creek, MI
• September 28, 1999 “AOD’s & You” at Spring Arbor University for Resident/Peer Advisor Training, Spring Arbor, MI
• September 25, 1999 “Diversity Sensitivity Awareness” for Action Jackson Mentor Program Training Workshop, Lansing, MI
• September 1, 1999 Sensitivity Workshop at Spring Arbor College for Resident Advisors, Spring Arbor, MI
• April 28, 1999 “A Discussion of Ethnic Diversity and Stereotypes” co-facilitated with Mark McCorkle at Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• March 13, 1999 “What is addiction” at Spring Arbor University for the Kindred Sisters Retreat, Spring Arbor, MI
• August 2025 Advanced Leadership Institute Residency, Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, PA
• October 2021 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Employees and Business Leaders Certification, Brandon Hall group, Online
• October 2020 Diversity: Inclusion in the Modern Workplace, EverFi
• October 2020 Anti-Racism In and Out of the Classroom: How to be an Ally for College Students
• October 2019 Diversity in the Workplace
• July 2017 Intergroup Diversity Dialogue, Hope College, Holland, MI
• May 2017 Title IX Investigator Training, Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI
• March 2017AmeriCorps VISTA Supervisor Training, Michigan Non-Profit Association, Lansing, MI
• March 2017 Respect and Inclusion Series: Uncovering Implicit Bias Training, Workplace Answers, Online
• March 2017 Practicing Inclusion: Diversity Awareness for Undergraduate Students Training, Workplace Answers, Online
• March 2017 Respect and Inclusion Series: The Power of Respectful Language Training, Workplace Answers, Online
• March 2016 Campus Security Authority Training (Cleary Act Compliance), Jackson College, Jackson, MI
• February 2016-March 2015 Audited NPLS 545 Grant Writing, Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
• February 2016 Title IX Training by Association of Title Nine Administrators, Mott Community College, Flint, MI

• White, W. (2022). Competencies for DEI Leaders, Talent 2025, Grand Rapids (McCorkle C. contributor to publication)
• White, W. (2021). The Five Essential Competencies for D & I Practitioner, Talent2025, Grand Rapids (McCorkle C. contributor to publication)
• McCorkle, C. (2019). The Impact Pre-College programs on diversity in higher education. In S.L. Sheth & C.W. Tremblay (Eds.), Pre-College programming in higher education (pp. 139-148). Columbia, SC: Kindle Direct.
• McCorkle, C. (2012). First-generation, African-American students’ experience of persisting at a Predominantly White liberal arts colleges. Dissertation. Western Michigan University
• McCorkle, C. (2005). Experiences of a first-generation college student. Michigan College Personnel Association Newsletter.
• McCorkle, C. (2017). Diversity at Alma College. Tartan Magazine: Alma, MI
• McCorkle, C. (2004). A Light in the Darkness (devotional), St. Peter Lutheran Church (Ed.): Battle Creek, MI (contributing author)
• McCorkle, C. (2004). Youth advocating for change. Scene Magazine: Battle Creek, MI.
• McCorkle, C. (2000). Faith partnership with the substance abuse council. In One Accord Newsletter: Battle Creek, MI.
• McCorkle, C. (2000). Substance abuse and the workplace. Scene Magazine: Battle Creek, MI.
• McFarlane, S. (2000). Action Jackson Training Manual, McCorkle, C. (Ed.) Spring Arbor University: Spring Arbor, MI.