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Meet Our Team

​​​​​​​Staff & Instructors

The Labor Education Center (LEC) at DePaul University is led by a small but dynamic team of three core staff members who work collaboratively to advance labor justice through education and advocacy. Together, our staff and instructors bring a wealth of real-world labor and organizing experience. Each one of us is is committed to equipping students with practical skills, in-depth knowledge, and the confidence to step into new leadership roles. Our programs are designed to inspire, empower, and prepare students to drive meaningful change in their organizations and communities.
Betty Boles
Betty Boles
Jessica Cook-Qurayshi
Jessica Cook-Qurayshi
Richard de Vries
Richard de Vries
Jessica Espinoza
Jessica Espinoza
Cathleen Jensen
Cathleen Jensen
Dave Murray
Dave Murray
Ron Neimark
Ron Neimark
Khristian G. Parker
Khristian G. Parker
Shafeeqa Aiman Syeda
Shafeeqa Aiman Syeda
Alex Tillett-Saks
Alex Tillett-Saks
Lam Tru
Lam Tru

Advisory Committee

Our Advisory Committee is composed of experienced labor leaders and former students who are dedicated to advancing the mission of the LEC. Their invaluable expertise and insights play a pivotal role in guiding our programs and ensuring the LEC continues to meet the evolving needs of the labor movement.

Jaquie Algee

SEEIU HCII

Juan Campos

Teamsters Local 705

Jessie Cruz

National COSH

Lisa Czaplicki

Ironworkers Local 63

Rosa Delgado

FCCTP IFT Local 1708

Tim Dunne

IBEW Local 134

Ariana Marin

IBEW Local 134

Frank Rodriguez

IBEW Local 134

Eddie Vallejo

Teamsters Local 705

Delores Withers

FCCTP IFT Local 1708

Beth Zavala

BCTGM Local 1