“The purpose of our diversity and inclusivity programs is to ensure that everyone has the support they require to benefit fully from the education that Princeton offers and feel that they belong fully to our community.” —Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber in his annual State of the University letter (Wednesday, January 20, 2025)Princeton’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is an essential part of its mission. In recent years, the university has launched several initiatives “to develop and promote a more inclusive culture and climate.” One way that faculty can contribute to this mission is by committing to equitable and inclusive teaching. In their book Inclusive Teaching, Kelly Hogan and Viji Sathy emphasize that inclusion “requires intentional and deliberate strategies” on the part of instructors (5). By developing these pedagogical strategies, faculty can empower all students, including students historically underrepresented on our campus, to engage fully and learn deeply. We offer here information on the diversity of Princeton’s student body and guidance on making your courses more equitable and inclusive. These strategies aim to reduce barriers to learning and engagement, provide new entry points to the curriculum, and mitigate bias. Contact Jessica Del Vecchio, Senior Associate Director for Teaching Initiatives and Programs for Faculty, for more information. Contextualizing Diversity at Princeton Undergraduate students at Princeton represent a range of diverse backgrounds. Learn more about the undergraduate population. (Re)designing for Equity & Inclusion (Re)design your course to promote equity and inclusion, so that all students feel welcome and empowered to learn. Making Your Course Accessible The McGraw Center is committed to ensuring that all students can fully learn and thrive at Princeton. We offer guidance to faculty who seek to improve the accessibility of digital teaching materials, like syllabi, readings and videos. Inclusive Teaching at Princeton Initiative
