Writing an Effective and Authentic Diversity Statement: A Video Course for Faculty

Last updated February 10, 2022

Course Length

23m

Last Updated

February 10, 2022

Writing an Effective and Authentic Diversity Statement: A Video Course for Faculty

Last updated February 10, 2022

Diversity statements are a core part of an application – learn how to craft an authentic statement that aligns with your target institution’s goals and mission.

Overview

Diversity statements are a relatively new part of the faculty job application packet, yet despite their increasing importance, they can be both puzzling and challenging to write. As a faculty applicant, demonstrating contribution to diversity, equity, and inclusion is now a core part of what you are expected to bring to an institution. As with anything that relates to diversity, there is no “right” type of diversity or experience. Rather, in writing a diversity statement, you aim to clearly demonstrate your authentic commitment and experiences as they relate to creating an inclusive community.

This video course is divided into two sections. The first will walk you through what a diversity statement is, how to use job announcement materials to aid in your writing process, and how search committees evaluate diversity statements. The second section will help you create a process for understanding your own diversity and aligning it to the institution(s) to which you are applying, and will also teach you common errors to avoid. You’ll further be able to use a writing prompt workbook in order to workshop ideas. This video course is most applicable to faculty, whether you are new to job searching in academia or already have experience as a faculty member.

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Course Highlights

  • 23 min of video instruction
  • 8 short videos
  • 1 Writing Prompts Workbook
  •  Valued at $395. Free for members.