About this guide
For higher education, diversity, equity and inclusion (or DEI) is a priority for every corner of campus. Empowering equity and inclusion for students requires doing that same work in the faculty and staff. As the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium noted, “educating people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures requires a diverse academic workforce,” but many institutions still face diversity gaps in their faculty, administrations, and senior leadership positions. According to research by McKinsey, “historically marginalized racial and ethnic populations— Black, Hispanic and Latino, and Native American and Pacific Islander—are still underrepresented in higher education among undergraduates and faculty and in leadership… These finding are not novel, but what is significant is the slow rate of progress.”
Explore this guide to learn more about how your institution can support a more diverse student population by recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff. You’ll find insights and best practices for teams across campus.