Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Teaching

On this page, you will find various resources that will help you design and teach courses that follow inclusive, accessible, and antiracist principles. The English Department's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will update these regularly and make sure they are accessible and shared across our department.

For suggestions on resources to add, use the DEI Resources Suggestion Box.

Antiracist Teaching

These resources offer tools, tips, and context for designing syllabi that incorporate antiracist strategies and principles, with special attention to the design of composition courses.

Classroom Strategies and Course Design

These resources offer tips and strategies for inclusive teaching more broadly, with an emphasis on inclusive teaching principles, dealing with microagressions, and trauma-informed pedagogy.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

This is a listing of resources at the University of Louisville and beyond, to provide LGBTQ+ students with a welcoming and affirming experience in the classroom and on campus. 

Accessibility

Resources for designing accessible courses and creating accessible classrooms, to promote students' agency and engagement. 

Bathrooms and Lactation Spaces on Campus

A listing of gender inclusive bathrooms, lactation spaces, and bathrooms with free personal products on the University of Louisville main campus.