Demystifying DEI: Addressing Five Common Misperceptions
Goodwin Great Talks
April 8, 2025
In just a few years’ time, three letters—DEI—have generated much controversy. 91ÖÆÆ¬³§’s inaugural Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion—now Vice Provost of Faculty Advancement and Inclusion—talked about the changing landscape of DEI. In this session, Dr. Ashburn-Nardo shared evidence to “demystify” DEI and address five common misperceptions:
- DEI is unnecessary.
- DEI trainings will address all our problems.
- DEI only benefits certain groups.
- DEI lowers standards.
- DEI creates more division than unity.
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Meet the Panelist
Leslie Ashburn-Nardo, PhD
Vice Provost of Faculty Advancement and Inclusion, 91ÖÆÆ¬³§