Uploaded September 2022 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Developing a thoughtful and informative diversity statement has become an essential step in the application process for those pursuing a career in personality and social psychology. During this webinar, a panel of experts will examine why diversity statements matter and offer guidance for students and other job seekers as they develop their own statement. The panel will also discuss what hiring committees look for when evaluating a diversity statement and how this can differ depending on the size and location of the institution.
This is an excellent opportunity for students, early career researchers, and other members to learn more about the importance and key components of a diversity statement.
Note: This webinar will be recorded and made available for those who are not able to attend live.
Speakers:
• Troy Kearse, Diversity and Webinar Chair, SPSP Student Committee; PhD Student, Howard University (Moderator)
• Lisa M. Brown, PhD, Member at Large for Primarily Undergraduate Institutions, SPSP Board of Directors; Dean of Social Sciences and Professor of Psychology, Austin College
• Jillian Lauer, PhD, Incoming Assistant Professor of Psychology, Cambridge University
• Markus Brauer, PhD, Professor of Psychology, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Developing a thoughtful and informative diversity statement has become an essential step in the application process for those pursuing a career in personality and social psychology. During this webinar, a panel of experts will examine why diversity statements matter and offer guidance for students and other job seekers as they develop their own statement. The panel will also discuss what hiring committees look for when evaluating a diversity statement and how this can differ depending on the size and location of the institution.
This is an excellent opportunity for students, early career researchers, and other members to learn more about the importance and key components of a diversity statement.
Note: This webinar will be recorded and made available for those who are not able to attend live.
Speakers:
• Troy Kearse, Diversity and Webinar Chair, SPSP Student Committee; PhD Student, Howard University (Moderator)
• Lisa M. Brown, PhD, Member at Large for Primarily Undergraduate Institutions, SPSP Board of Directors; Dean of Social Sciences and Professor of Psychology, Austin College
• Jillian Lauer, PhD, Incoming Assistant Professor of Psychology, Cambridge University
• Markus Brauer, PhD, Professor of Psychology, University of Wisconsin - Madison
