Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Center for Teaching, Research & Learning (CTRL) is committed to fostering an inclusive community of faculty at American University and is continuously working on helping faculty develop skills that serve the goals outlined in AU’s Plan for Inclusive Excellence.

We host panel discussions and workshops on various topics related to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and you can request a meeting with one of our Instructional Designers or with our Inclusive Pedagogy Faculty Fellows to discuss topics that are relevant to your own teaching.

Below are links to our full DEI resources page, highlighted inclusive pedagogy resources & information on our membership with the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD).

The following is a partial list of topics included on our full DEI resources page:

• Inclusive Pedagogy
• Supporting International Students
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL) & Accessibility
• Navigating Classroom Dynamics
• Teaching Inclusively Online
• Social Identities: Race, LGBTQ+, Gender, Class & Intersectionality
• On-Campus Resources
• Helpful DEI Terminology

American University’s institutional NCFDD membership provides faculty, graduate students, and postdoctoral scholars with professional development, training, and mentorship opportunities. NCFDD offers a wide range of virtual programs to help you enhance your productivity, increase your sense of well-being, and connect to a larger academic community.