Dr. Clint-Michael Reneau (he/him) is a nationally recognized educator, scholar, and consultant committed to social justice, equity, and inclusion. With extensive expertise in retention, equity gap-closing, and strategic DEI initiatives, he has significantly impacted institutions across the U.S. and abroad. As Vice President for Student Affairs at Northern Illinois University, he leads efforts at a campus where 56% of students are first-generation. Dr. Reneau’s tenure at California State University, Fullerton, saw the successful closing of equity gaps and the development of a strategic DEI framework. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Adult and Community Education and executive education certifications from Harvard and Stanford.

Dr. Reneau’s contributions to ACPA are profound, including serving as ACPA Foundation Trustee, Faculty Member for the Donna M. Bourassa Mid-Level Management Institute, and Vice-Chair of the Coalition on Men & Masculinities. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the ACPA Harold E. Cheatham Innovative Practice Award and the ACPA Mid-Level Management Award. A first-generation gay college student with a disability and a product of the community college system, Dr. Reneau realizes how lived experiences have shaped his understanding of the critical importance of intersectionality and the assertion of human dignity. This perspective fuels his mission to empower individuals and organizations to achieve their full potential, creating spaces where they feel seen, heard, and know they matter. Dr. Reneau’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of higher education and the profound impact of compassionate, equity-driven leadership. His vision is clear: to inspire and enact meaningful change, fostering environments where access and inclusion thrive, equity is championed, and every individual’s dignity is honored.