This episode of Faculty Futures Lab is part of a new series, “How to Professor,” in which FFL host D.J. Hopkins talks to professors about how they got good at the things they do. This episode is about incorporating the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into teaching, service, and especially research. Guests: Dr. Lori Barker (Cal Poly Pomona)and Dr. Allison Vaughn (San Diego State). Lori was Allison’s mentor when Allison was an undergraduate student, and they’ve stayed in touch ever since... Hosted by Dr. D.J. Hopkins (SDSU).

Dr. Lori Barker is a professor in the department of psychology at Cal Poly Pomona and a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in multicultural psychology. 
https://experts.cpp.edu/member/lori-a-barker/

Dr. Allison Vaughn is an associate professor in the Department of Psychology at San Diego State University and the Associate Director for the SDSU Center for Teaching and Learning. https://psychology.sdsu.edu/people/allison-vaughn/

Dr. D.J. Hopkins is a professor in the School of Theatre, Television, and Film at San Diego State University. He has published on Shakespeare in performance, among other subjects. He is a 2022 Darlene Shiley Honors College Faculty Fellow. D.J.’s current research includes immersive theatre and Virtual Reality. @_DJHopkins 
https://ttf.sdsu.edu/faculty/theatre_faculty_profiles/d.j-hopkins

Special thanks to Allison for suggesting this episode!

FFL 3.1 How to Professor: Inclusive Research and Teaching

Faculty Futures Lab is a faculty-led podcast that considers the challenges facing institutions of higher education in complex and uncertain times. All guests speak from their own expertise and experience. Produced by the San Diego State University Center for Teaching and Learning.