Preceded by Philip J. LaJoy Religion Presbyterian Profession Respiratory therapist Spouse Mark Slavens | Political party Democratic Role Politician Succeeded by Kristy Pagan Name Dian Slavens Party Democratic Party | |
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Born March 12, 1958 (age 66)
Highland Park, Michigan ( 1958-03-12 ) Alma mater Oakland Community College Residence Canton Township, Michigan, United States | ||
Education Oakland Community College | ||
Rep. Dian Slavens Farewell Address
Dian Slavens is a Democratic politician from Michigan who served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 2009 to 2015. Slavens represented the 21st House District, which includes Canton Township, Belleville and Van Buren Township.
She served on the Families, Children and Seniors Committee and the Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. Dian has volunteered at Plymouth-Canton Community Schools, as a Sunday School teacher at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Canton Township and as a Girl Scout leader for the Huron Valley Council. Her priorities included school funding, government efficiency, and encouraging residents to buy local, Michigan-based products.
In 2014, Slavens ran for a seat in the Michigan Senate in 7th District, losing to Republican Senator Patrick Colbeck.