Diversity Statement Workshop
November 2, 2012
1. Where does the statement of diversity fit in the job application?
The general teaching position application includes:
● Statement of Teaching Philosophy
● Resume/CV
● Cover letter
● Three letters of rec
● Transcript
● Other possible materials: research statement, teaching evaluations, instructional material, diversity statement, etc.
2. Types of diversity; where it fits in your field
a Spectrum: How much diversity is there in your field?
b Circle below: What is the importance of diversity in your field?
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Not important Very important
c What are some different types of diversity?
d Why might institutions ask for a diversity statement?
(See http://facultyequity.ucsd.edu/Faculty-Applicant-C2D-Info.asp for more info)
3. Developing a diversity statement
a What are your past experiences with diversity, in any context?
b How would/do you create an environment that recognizes the value of diversity in your classroom? You may want to draw from the experience(s) you wrote about in part a.
c What are the benefits of the actions you listed in part b? You might consider:
■ benefits to your students
■ benefits to your field
■ benefits to learning
■ benefits to you as an instructor/scholar
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