Inclusion and Belonging
In 1865, at the official dedication of Cornell University and the inauguration of its first president, Andrew Dickson White, Ezra Cornell shared his founding principle:

“I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in any study.”
– Ezra Cornell, 1868
The concept of “… any person” meant that people from all walks of life, all income levels, races, religions and genders could attend Cornell University.
As the Cornell community continues to implement Ezra Cornell’s vision for an inclusive institution, the Office of Faculty Development and Diversity provides our faculty with educational resources consistent with the university’s mission, vision and core values.
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Racism, Antisemitism and Islamophobia
Cornell faculty are encouraged to continue their education in equity and inclusivity. This resource library provides additional support for engaging in challenging conversations surrounding racism/anti-racism, antisemitism and Islamophobia.
Resources for Conversations on Racism
Resources for Conversation on Antisemitism
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LGBTQ+ Resource Guide
Cornell faculty are encouraged to continue their education in equity and inclusivity. This resource library provides additional support for engaging in challenging conversations surrounding the LGBTQ+ community.
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Ithaca, Cornell and Upstate New York
Cornell faculty are encouraged to continue their education in equity and inclusivity. This resource library provides additional support for engaging in challenging conversations surrounding indigineity, place and community.
Ithaca, Cornell, Upstate New York, and the US: Understanding Space, Place and Community -
Center for Teaching Innovation
Building an atmosphere of trust and respect means fostering a learning environment where discussion and diverse views are welcome. Check out the Center for Teaching Innovations suggestions to help navigate difficult moments in the classroom and build a more trusting learning community.
Learn more about Center for Teaching Innovation