Program Overview
The Diversity and Inclusion certificate program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of diversity in the US, its historical and societal impacts, and effective communication and advocacy strategies. Through a combination of required and elective courses, students explore various domains of diversity, including race, gender, disability, and culture. The program prepares graduates for careers in fields where promoting equity and inclusion is essential.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: The certificate in Diversity and Inclusion is designed to provide students with an understanding of the historical, political, sociological, and legal contexts of diversity in the United States. The program examines the effects of diversity on individuals and society and prepares students to communicate effectively about equity, negotiate issues of power, and advocate for marginalized groups.
- Objectives:
- Understand the historical, political, sociological, and legal contexts of diversity in the United States.
- Examine the effects of diversity on individuals and society.
- Communicate effectively about equity.
- Negotiate issues of power.
- Position oneself to embrace inclusion and act as an ally/advocate for people in systematically marginalized groups.
Outline:
- Program Content: The certificate program covers the following domains of diversity:
- Race and ethnicity
- Gender
- Disability
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity
- Religion
- Culture
- Program Structure: The program requires 15 credit hours, including:
- Required Courses (6 credit hours):
- INDP 106: Racial and Ethnic Diversity in the US (3 credit hours)
- INDP 321: Minority Groups (3 credit hours)
- Elective Courses (9 credit hours): Students choose 3 of the following courses:
- GNDR 115: Introduction to Gender Studies
- OR INDP 339: Gender Roles and Society
- GNDR 280: Introduction to Disability Studies
- GNDR 340: Applied Queer Studies
- POLS 356: Gay and Lesbian Politics
- POLS 351: Politics of Race
- POLS 375: Women and Politics
- PHIL 140: World Religions
- ARAB 215: Topics in Arabic Culture
- OR FREN 215: Topics in French and Francophone Culture
- OR JAPN 215: Topics in Japanese Culture
- OR SPAN 215: Topics in Hispanic Culture
Assessment:
The certificate program uses a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning, including:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Papers
- Presentations
- Class participation
Teaching:
The certificate program is taught by experienced faculty members who are experts in the field of diversity and inclusion. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Case studies
- Simulations
- Role-playing
Careers:
The certificate in Diversity and Inclusion prepares students for a variety of careers in the public and private sectors. Graduates of the program may work in the following fields:
- Human resources
- Education
- Social work
- Non-profit organizations
- Government
- Law enforcement
- Healthcare
