Lori Tarke Appointed Inaugural Chair of the National Association of Latino Health Executives Tri-State Chapter

The National Association of Latino Health Executives (NALHE) has appointed Lori Tarke, director of the Joseph A. Unanue Institute (JAULI) at Seton Hall University, as the inaugural chair of its newly established Tri-State Chapter. This appointment marks a significant milestone in advancing Latino representation in healthcare leadership. As Chair of Academic Partnerships, Tarke’s leadership places Seton Hall University at the forefront of the initiative to bridge the gap in Latino healthcare careers. She aims to expand educational opportunities, increase student engagement and develop new initiatives to address the underrepresentation of Latinos in the healthcare sector.

Tarke says her “mission this year is to have a tangible impact on increasing Latino representation in healthcare,” Tarke stated. “With only 7% of Latinos currently serving in healthcare roles despite being a significant portion of the population, we need more structured efforts to create pathways for success.” Through her role, Tarke envisions on-campus student groups, collaborations with MHA and MPA programs and tuition discounts for NALHE members nationwide. Seton Hall University will serve as a model institution for this initiative, with plans to expand outreach to other universities while maintaining Seton Hall as a leading force in promoting NALHE’s mission.

Tarke’s appointment was strongly supported by NALHE President Dave Ortiz, who first collaborated with her on a think tank focused on increasing Latino representation in healthcare careers. Recognizing the value of her expertise, Ortiz saw her role at Seton Hall’s Joseph A. Unanue Latino Institute (JAULI) as an opportunity to align multiple organizations with shared goals. JAULI advances, educates and transforms students into the next generation of servant leaders in our ever-changing global society. The Institute’s academic, cultural and community programs inspire, educate and immerse its students. It encourages its students to be active members of their community, obtain on-campus leadership roles and embrace Latin America’s rich culture and history.

“It’s been a blessing to address corporate diversity issues that intertwine with higher education,” said Ortiz. “Lori’s transition to Seton Hall was a natural progression, and I am happy to support her efforts in making a lasting impact.” Under Tarke’s leadership, the NALHE Tri-State Chapter will establish a strong presence on Seton Hall’s campus, where NALHE members could benefit from generous graduate tuition discounts, while expanding its reach to other institutions. Tarke’s efforts will help ensure that all students receive the role models, representation and support they need to step into leadership roles in healthcare.

For more information on the National Association of Latino Health Executives, visit NALHE’s official website. To learn more, visit the Joseph A. Unanue Latino Institute.

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