61.043 - Division I Vice Presidential Address. "The Arc of the Moral Universe Is Long but It Bends Toward Justice": Applying Research on Diversity and Equity in the Professions

Session Type: Invited Speaker Session

Abstract

The Vice Presidential session for Division I will examine the contributions of the Division over the past three years to promoting social justice and creating a more diverse professional workforce. The session will include several invited presenters who will briefly describe findings from their research on diversity and equity with a focus on implementing their research into professional education and practice. The goal of the VP session is to inspire all investigators to apply what they learn through their research to: engage in advocacy, promote social justice, optimize learning, and improve access for all into careers in the professions.

Sub Unit

• Division I - Education in the Professions

Chair

• Hugh A. Stoddard, Emory University

Speaker

• LuAnn Wilkerson, The University of Texas - Austin