About

Adminstration

Administration

The Illinois Human Resources (IHR) Administration at the University of Illinois strives to create a dynamic and forward-thinking department dedicated to transforming HR practices across the campus. Under the leadership of the Senior Associate Chancellor for Human Resources, IHR Administration sets the strategic direction for the department championing innovation, adaptability, collaboration, flexibility, and inclusivity as core values that shape our service delivery and organizational culture. The Administration has oversight responsibility for the four assistant chancellors and their respective functional areas.

IHR Administration brings together Policy Design & Administration, Chief of Staff & Special Projects and Marketing and Communications.

Key functions within the Administration office include:

  • Policy Design & AdministrationPolicy Design and Administration is a unit within Illinois Human Resources (IHR) that establishes and implements policy and structure to enable the university’s mission and vision through compliance.
  • Chief of Staff & Special Projects – Supports the CHRO and aligns leadership priorities and drives strategic initiatives.
  • Marketing & Communications – Shapes messaging, branding, and outreach for internal and external audiences.

Meet the Cabinet Team

Shari Mickey-Boggs

Shari Mickey-Boggs

Senior Associate Chancellor for Human Resources

Brian Farber

Brian Farber

Chief of Staff & Special Projects

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Deb Stone

Assistant Chancellor for Centers of Expertise

Bria Marcelo

Bria Marcelo

Assistant Chancellor for Culture, Learning & Engagement

Cheryl Heck

Chery Heck

Assistant Chancellor for Finance, Administration & Shared Services

Luanne Mayorga

Luanne Mayorga

Assistant Chancellor for Strategic Programs & Partnerships

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Renee Lyell

Executive Director of Marketing & Communications

Agatha Barnes

Agatha Barnes

Assistant to Senior Associate Chancellor