We are led by people and empowered by purpose. Our goal is to support every University of Michigan community member by providing clear guidance that strengthens our cultural commitment to ethics, integrity, and compliance.
Meet your team and connect with us today.
Meet Your TeamThe Ethics, Integrity, and Compliance Office exists to educate and partner with individuals across the university. We serve as a trusted resource for upholding the standards that define our community.
Transparency, proactive coaching, policy guidance, and collaboration are all part of this process. The result? A more connected, caring culture that inspires everyone on campus, from the labs of Michigan Medicine to the classrooms of Angell Hall.
Read about our Values, Principles, and Responsibilities
To be the defining public university Ethics, Integrity, and Compliance Office by inspiring trust through independence, integrity, inclusion, and transparency.
We operate with autonomy, ensuring we can address concerns fairly, honestly, and without outside influence.
We act with honesty and take responsibility for our actions.
We create an environment where all can participate, are invited to contribute, and have a sense of belonging.
We promote openness in communication, oversight, and action.
Meet Michelle, the inaugural Ethics, Integrity, and Compliance Officer at the University of Michigan. With the courage of her convictions she leads efforts to promote a culture of ethics and accountability across all campuses and the academic medical center.
Before becoming EICO, Michelle served as Executive Director of the Illinois Executive Ethics Commission, overseeing ethics for state officials, public higher education employees, and regional agencies. She earned a BS in Business Administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a JD from The George Washington University Law School, and an LLM in Taxation from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.
What is the role of the Ethics, Integrity and Compliance Officer?
The Ethics, Integrity, and Compliance Officer advises the president, executive leadership, and Board of Regents on pertinent compliance matters, collaborating with key partners to develop and oversee training programs aimed at ensuring faculty and staff are well-versed on institutional policies and relevant legal standards.
I look to Michigan for a shared sense of purpose. I’m grateful for the chance to work across campus to strengthen a culture of trust that drives U-M’s excellence in education, research, and service.
Phone: 734-764-9385
I look to Michigan for community. I find meaning in building relationships, supporting growth, and working side-by-side with team UMICH!
Phone: 734-764-9157
I look to Michigan as a positive change powerhouse for the state and the world. As a life-long learner I am energized each day by our mission.
Phone: 734-764-9398
I see Michigan as a place that provides limitless opportunities for learning and growth, both personally and professionally.
Phone: 734-763-8434
I look to Michigan for the promise of growth, where my family’s story becomes part of a legacy of opportunity and progress.
Phone: 734-763-8434
I look to Michigan for a collaborative community where hard work fuels success and growth. This community empowers us to achieve more together than we could alone.
Phone: 734-764-9131
I look to Michigan because I believe in the value of diverse communities, thinking critically about the world around us, and continual growth through exploration and learning.
Phone: 734-763-8434
I look to Michigan to inspire the next generation of global leaders and feel fortunate to contribute to its legacy.
Phone: 734-764-5471
I look to Michigan because the diverse and supportive community allows me to be my authentic self, both professionally and personally.
Phone: 734-764-9433Samuel Baker, Associate Director, Investigations
Heather Banules, Director of Insurance and Claims Administration
Sol Bermann, Executive Director Privacy & Faculty Affairs
Christopher Billick, Assistant Vice President for Digital Strategy & Michigan Commons
Keisha Blevins, Deputy Chief of Staff & Senior Human Resources Advisor, Office of the President
Jim Burkel, Assistant Vice Provost for Academic & Faculty Affairs
Tracey Cade, Administrative Specialist, EIC Office
Michelle Casey, Ethics, Integrity, and Compliance Officer
Lorraine Currie, Executive Director, Enterprise Strategic Risk Management
Chelsea Duncan, Project Senior Manager, Office of the Chancellor – UM Flint
Christine Gerdes, Special Counsel to the Provost
William Greer, Assistant Vice President for Research – Animal Compliance Oversight
Elizabeth Heinrich, Exec. Sr. Assoc. Athletic Director & Chief Student Dev. & Compliance Officer
Jacqueline Jeruss, Michigan Medicine, Associate Dean for Regulatory Affairs
Bill King, Executive Director for the Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine
Carol Lee, Chief of Staff & Director of Strategy & Operations, Organizational Learning
Jonah Lee, Senior Associate Director, UMOR
Sascha Matish, Associate Vice Provost for Academic & Faculty Affairs
Erik Mattila, DPSS, Cleary Compliance Officer
Andrea McDaniel, Director of the Equity, Civil Rights, and Title IX Office and the Title IX Coordinator, UM Dearborn
Teresa Oelsterle, DPSS Chief of Staff and Executive Senior Director, Enterprise Services
Patricia Petrowski, Associate Vice President and Deputy General Counsel
John Powers, Executive Director of University Audit Services
Gabrielle Newton, Accreditation & Regulatory Affairs Director
Katie Schilling, Interim Deputy General Counsel
Danielle Sheen, Executive Director, Environment, Healthy, and Safety
Cheryl Soper, Assistant Vice President for Financial Operations and Controller
Krista Stelmaszek, Performance Consultant, UHR
Jeanne Strickland, Chief Compliance Officer and Privacy Director – Michigan Medicine
Tami Strickman, Special Advisor to the President & Executive Director, ECRT
Ken Sylvester, Director of Research, UM Flint
Debora Talley, Assistant Vice President for Finance
Kendra Walter, Compliance Specialist, Office of Innovation Partnerships
Patricia Ward, Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs, Michigan Medicine
Erik Wessel, Director, Office of Student Conflict Resolution
Timothy Wood, Assistant Vice President HR Services
Marc Brigolin, Head – Project Management Group, EIC Office
Stacey Brown, Director of Policy & Accountability, EIC Office
Brigid Hart-Molloy, Director of Education & Outreach, EIC Office
Maggie Keiffer, Project Manager, EIC Office
Lauren Moore, Executive Assistant, EIC Office
Nick McIntosh, Communications Specialist, EIC Office
Gabrielle Sarpy, Project Manager, EIC Office
Jonathan McGonagle, Ethics, Integrity, and Compliance Specialist, EIC Office
Gain access to expert guidance and meaningful support — on your terms. When you connect with the EIC Office, you’re building a partnership rooted in trust, fairness, and shared responsibility. In addition to individuals with concerns, we are also here for colleges, schools, and business units across the university. Start exploring the U-M Standard Practice Guide, reach out with a question, or use our Compliance Hotline for immediate concerns.
For compliance questions of any type, our contact form is easy to use and available for everyone. Inquiries are sent directly to the Ethics, Integrity, and Compliance Office. We make every effort to respond within one business day.
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