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Otis College of Art and Design is proud to be one of the most diverse art and design colleges in the nation. Follow link to learn more.

Otis College’s Commitment to Diversity on the Otis.edu website.

Dr. Melissa Crum is an artist, education consultant and diversity practitioner who works with many educators in urban schools. She noticed that many teachers had challenges teaching and relating to students who did not share their same cultural background. So, she worked with a museum educator to create an arts-based professional development series that helps educators think about how they are thinking about their diverse students. Her personal story and professional practice work together to tell a creative, inspiring, and eye-opening message that everyone must hear.

We strive to embrace diversity and inclusion in our schools and workplaces, but we often fail to understand what this looks like practically. Dr. Dawn Bennett-Alexander believes that with a little effort, we can move diversity and inclusion from theory to practice.

Video: 'Ask Me': What LGBTQ Students Want Their Professors to Know

By Julia Schmalz 
Transgender and gender-nonbinary students share what keeps them from feeling safe and thriving on campus.

American Council on Education published a major report on “Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education.” They then hosted a convening. Videos are available here.

This guide shows the difference in communication styles between Americans, Asian groups, and certain Native Americans as an example. 

Check out the resources on the Faculty Learning Community on Diversity page.

• "How to Communicate with Parents and Staff": FAQs that educators may receive from parents or school staff about the topic of gender identity, as well as strategies on how to shape these conversations. 
• "How to Create Inclusive Classrooms": Action steps to support educators in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. 
• "23 Terms Educators Should Know": Glossary of commonly used terms to describe aspects of gender identity and expression. 

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