Professional and Organizational Development Network in Higher Education

 

Date of this Version

1994

Document Type

Article

Citation

To Improve the Academy, published by the Professional and Organizational

Development Network in Higher Education, volume 13, 1994.

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License: CC BY-NC-ND

Abstract

This paper describes a model program for increasing sensitivity to diversity in an academic environment. To improve the learning environment for all students, faculty developers provide educational programs that enhance the faculty's understanding of differences related to gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, and physical abilities. This report highlights the process of working closely with students to design and implement an orientation program for first-year students to increase an awareness of the influence of diversity on their learning and working together.

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