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Dean Yolande Chan on breaking barriers and the work ahead

Published: 21 February 2025

Dr. , Dean of the Desautels Faculty of Management, shares her journey and ongoing mission for racial equity in an interview with CTV News. Appointed in 2021, she is 不良研究所鈥檚 first Black dean and remains one of Canada鈥檚 few Black deans. Reflecting on her experiences鈥攆rom childhood to early academic success to encounters with racism鈥攕he emphasized the need for continued progress. She has championed initiatives to increase access for racialized communities and lead equity reviews. 鈥淛ust because I鈥檓 doing okay, that鈥檚 not enough,鈥 she said. Dean Chan hopes her path will open doors for future generations.

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