The Women’s Center is a place where the theory and the practice come together. It’s a privilege to work with students, staff and faculty, creating a welcoming and equitably university environment that allows all of us to be who we are while we pursue our academic and professional goals.  I am deeply involved in diversity and inclusion efforts at UC and in Cincinnati.    

Please let me know if you have ideas about how the Women’s Center can use its resources and energy to support women and LGBTQ individuals at UC.

As an UC alum I feel a special connection to the students on campus. I love working at the Women’s Center because the work we do is critical to the development of women as future leaders and allows me to make a difference in the lives of women in a unique way.

My position is responsible for outreach initiatives related to women of color, student parents, LGBTQ students and general women’s programming. A large part of my responsibilities include creating a safe environment for women and LGBTQ students through educational training for faculty, staff and students.

Tamika received her MA in Sociology from the University of Cincinnati in 2003 and is currently working on her Doctorate in Sociology with a concentration in race and reproductive health. In addition to her work with the Women’s Center, Tamika also teaches Introduction to Sociology, Race and Modern Society, Barriers to Equality and Contemporary Social Issues.

Please stop by the Women's Center to make an appointment with Tamika or to meet informally. Email her at Tamika.Odum@uc.edu.

I enjoy connecting students to information, issues and resources they may not be aware of.  Every day is different and at every moment there exists potential for positive change…if you know where to start!      

Students, staff and faculty are welcome to forward information to me for posting in our Center communications, and in our web areas. 

Although I have worked at UC for over 20 years, it wasn’t until I worked for the Women’s Center that I felt that I had the opportunity to make a difference.  Viewing the contagious energy and enthusiasm of our students as they grow is a great benefit of my job.

Feel free to drop by and say “Hello!” or use our comfy couch for down time!

Interacting with students both in the office and in classrooms across the campus is the most exciting part of my job. I love the outreach and education opportunities I have, as well as helping to provide resources to students, faculty, and staff. 

Anyone can contact me with regards to information about the LGBTQ community and issues, LGBTQ student groups, community resources, and/or the campus Safe Zone program.