Diversity and Inclusion in Undergraduate Education

Classroom discussion

Integrating topics of diversity into psychology courses can help students to understand the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. Departments that value and foster diversity and inclusion in faculty can contribute as well. 

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Find APA awards on diversity

For undergraduate educators

Valuing diversity

Valuing Diversity in Faculty: A Guide

The major goal of this publication is to provide the reader with information that has direct implications for the attitudes, values, and behaviors of faculty relative to cultural diversity.
Recruiting faculty

How to Recruit and Hire Ethnic Minority Faculty

This guide is designed to provide examples and helpful suggestions for engaging academic programs in innovative hiring strategies leading to the diversification of faculty, including advertising strategies, job interview suggestions, and appropriate role expectations.
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Deep Poverty Initiative: Teachers of psychology action guide opens in new window

How to insert a diversity and inclusion statement in your syllabi, as well as other tips to help you engage and empower students from every socioeconomic status.
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Understanding ableism and negative reactions to disability

Engaging in critical thinking can be helpful in altering beliefs and avoiding ableist conclusions.

For undergraduate students

APA LGBTQ Resources and Publications

Resources to educate the public, support the work of psychologists, and inform public policy about LGBTI people and their lives and health needs.

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Date created: 2009