IRVING, Texas (Dec. 3, 2024) — The University of Dallas recently named Karlas Avalos director of the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX.

A former public school administrator, Avalos has overseen legal compliance at a number of Texas schools during her career. Additionally, her extensive background as a paralegal has honed her expertise in analyzing policies, managing complex processes and maintaining meticulous compliance with legal standards.

As the university’s director of the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, Avalos will strengthen UDallas’ commitment to providing work, living and learning environments free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. She will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the university's Civil Rights Policies and Procedures in fulfillment of the university’s compliance with federal civil rights laws.

About the University of Dallas

The University of Dallas, known for its rigorous undergraduate Core Curriculum and robust graduate and professional programs in business, ministry, education and the humanities, strives to be the premier Catholic liberal arts university in the country. According to national rankings, the University of Dallas has one of America’s most challenging, comprehensive undergraduate interdisciplinary programs, offered at an excellent value to some of the happiest students in the country. With campuses in Texas and Italy, UDallas stands apart as a thriving community of learners committed to an education that forms students intellectually, socially and spiritually for a life well-lived. For more information, visit udallas.edu.