The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Dartmouth promotes diversity and inclusion among our core values, and welcomes individuals from all backgrounds.  Diversity within our community is integral to advancing scientific knowledge.  All facets of a vibrant intellectual community – rigorous inquiry, open discourse, and diversity of ideas – demand and benefit from a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment.  We are therefore committed to fostering a community of diverse perspectives (including, but not limited to, representation of gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and socioeconomic status).

“Diversity is not a peripheral goal; it is the foundation of the rigorous, collaborative inquiry that defines Dartmouth. When students, faculty, and staff from every background feel they belong, the questions we ask become richer, the research we conduct becomes more impactful, and the education we deliver becomes truly world‑class.”  President Sian Beilock, Dartmouth College, July 11, 2023, Inaugural Address.

A diverse and inclusive intellectual community is critical to an exceptional education, scholarly innovation, and human creativity. The Faculty of Arts and Sciences is committed to actions and investments that foster welcoming environments where everyone feels empowered to achieve their greatest potential for learning, teaching, researching, and creating. Details of current action plans can be found in the institution-wide strategic plan Toward Equity: Aligning Action and Accountability.