Equity, diversity and inclusion

By Anonymous (not verified) , 6 October, 2021

Also referred to as diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), what do these three terms mean in higher education? Academics explore how equity, diversity and inclusion issues should shape universities’ teaching, culture and management. Find advice to help create inclusive learning and research environments, support diverse students and staff and design university policies which widen access to higher education and enable everyone to thrive. 

By Eliza.Compton , 27 March, 2026

I blame Plato: how ancient thinking still might shape belonging in STEM

Statue of Plato in front of Academy of Athens in Athens, Greece
The history of mathematics tells a rich story of collective labour, curiosity, dialogue, adventurousness and responsiveness to human questions. Educators have responsibility to tap into this for current and future students, writes Clemency Montelle
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 26 March, 2026

How universities can tackle misogyny in the age of the manosphere

A female professor presenting to class
From subtle undermining to overt hostility, misogyny is rearing its ugly head in higher education classrooms, fuelled by online manosphere content. Addressing it requires clearer boundaries, training and a willingness to confront harmful behaviour early
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5minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 5 March, 2026

Opening doors to greater diversity in STEM

Scientists in STEM fields
Find out how to remove barriers to study and research in science, technology, engineering and maths in order to attract and retain a wider diversity of talented students and academics in STEM fields
By Laura.Duckett , 25 February, 2026

What happens when we reframe accessibility as belonging?

Students huddling between aisles in a library
When we treat accessibility as a core design principle, it strengthens learning for all students and supports staff in creating learning environments where difference is expected rather than managed, writes Angela Fitzgerald
By Eliza.Compton , 20 February, 2026

More than singing: a university choir as a cultural hub

Man conducting a choir and orchestra
Flexibility, pedagogical sensitivity, community and well-being – far more than artistic perfection – emerge as strong notes in the process of establishing a university choir
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 18 February, 2026

Practical LGBTQ+ allyship within STEMM

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Allyship in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine requires more than symbolic gestures. From inclusive language to visible signals of support, practical action can help create safer, more equitable workplaces for LGBTQ+ colleagues and students
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 2 February, 2026

Why digital accessibility is now a leadership issue for universities

Digital accessibility
The question for university decision-makers is whether to settle for the minimum accessibility required by international regulation or to embed it as a marker of institutional excellence across teaching, research and civic mission
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 28 January, 2026

How to make higher education assessments inclusive

A student studying in a library
When we design assessment with transparency, cultural awareness and inclusivity in mind, it becomes a tool for supporting learning rather than measuring it, writes Patrice Seuwou and explains how
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5minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 15 January, 2026

Make team-based learning work for neurodivergent students

A group of university students working together at a table
Students with autism, ADHD and dyslexia often struggle in team-based learning contexts. Read advice for tailoring this activity to specific learning needs and reducing overstimulation
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3minutes
By kiera.obrien , 17 November, 2025

What underpins the success of a racial justice network?

Doctors of colour clasp hands in a circle
A small online meeting of ethnic minority medical students in 2020 has now grown into a well established staff and student community. Here are six features that underpin its success
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5minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 3 November, 2025

Stop asking students to be the lesson and focus on choice and consent

A group of students discussing something on an iPad
When students are asked to share personal stories to illustrate lessons, the emotional cost can outweigh the educational gain. Aasiya Satia explores how consent-based pedagogy can create safer, more equitable classrooms for all students
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 3 November, 2025

How to build a bridge from adversity to university

Older man in university class
In this video, academics explain the essential elements – initial outreach, support and an interdisciplinary approach – behind the success of the Adversity to University bridging programme
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5minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 23 October, 2025

Dealing with division: the polarised university

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How can universities encourage respectful disagreement, empathy and compassion while handling sensitive topics with care and protecting academic freedom – keeping higher education open, inclusive and intellectually rigorous?
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