Online Resource Library

The online resource library is a place for you to access helpful content on your terms, when and where you like. With asynchronous options like quick-guides, webinars, and resources across campus and beyond, this page is your go-to place for gaining DEI knowledge and tools. This list is not meant to be exhaustive and will continue to grow and evolve over time.

General References

Glossary of Terms: Brush up on your terminology or learn more about the terms and concepts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Forms of Bias and Hate: Consider various exclusions based on social identity and group membership that exist in our society.

University Resources & Partners

VCU's Age-Inclusive University Initiative

Call Me By My Name: VCU makes its commitment to inclusion real by recognizing that individuals have the right to use names other than their legal name, to identify with the gender they know themselves to be and to utilize the pronouns that best fit them

Strategies for inclusive teaching: An equity, inclusion and diversity toolkit compiled by Judith Crenshaw in the Robertson School with practical tips for syllabi, assignments, classroom interactions and accessibility

Green Zone Training: Available to members of the Virginia Commonwealth University community who want to learn more about the military student experience. The program trains faculty and staff to support veterans and their families as they transition to academic life.

Safe Zone Training: Workshops to reduce homophobia, transphobia, biphobia and heterosexism on campus. 

VCU Equity and Access Services: Responds to student and staff needs related to accessibility, equal opportunity, affirmative action, discrimination, harassment, protection of minors and Title IX.

VCU Office of Multicultural Student Affairs: Promotes an appreciation of diversity through events, forums, scholarships and more.

VCU Office of Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity: Provides accommodations to eligible students with disabilities.

VCU Office of the Ombudsperson: An independent dispute resolution practitioner for faculty, staff and students.

VCU policy on preventing and responding to discrimination: Guidance provided by VCU Integrity and Compliance.