Diamond Leonard is the Administrative Associate II for the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS) department. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies and a master’s degree in Animal Studies and Policy from New York University.

Working for nonprofits and in higher education for the last two years, Diamond is excited to share her experiences with other administrators and ensure the success of her respective programs in the department. In her free time, Diamond enjoys travelling, exploring new restaurants or events in Knoxville, and spending time with family and friends.