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This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, but to serve as a guide for expanding recruitment efforts to create the most diverse candidate pool possible. Please note that some resources offer position listing free of charge; others charges fees. Additionally, bear in mind that individual Web sites and listserv owners are subject to change without notice.
Veterans
- Hire Veterans.com
- Military New, Education, and Veteran Jobs
- Veteran Employment
- Veterans Enterprise
- Disabled Veterans
African-Americans
- Black Perspective
- Diverse Issues in Higher Educaton
- Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Connect
- The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education (JBHE)
- American Association of Blacks in Higher Ed
- National Forum for Black Public Administrators
- NAACP Recruitment Resources
- National Black MBA Association
- National Association of Black Accountants
Women
Hispanic/Latino
- Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
- Hispanic Outlook In Higher Education
- Hispanic Today
- Latinos in Higher Ed
- Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science
- Voice of Hispanic Education
- Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE)
- Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education
- Hispanic Network Magazine
- Jobs and Careers for Latino Professionals
- Careers for Latinos and Bilingual Professionals
Asian/Pacific Islander
- Association for Asian Studies
- National Association of Asian American Professionals
- Organization of Chinese Americans
Native American
- American Indian Science and Engineering Society
- Native American Resources
- Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science
- American Indian Culture & Research Journal
- Native American Jobs
Individuals with Disabilities
- Ability Links
- Disability Jobsite
- Americans with Disabilities Act
- Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
- Disability Rights in MS
- Association on Higher Ed and Disabilities
- Ability Jobs Finding Employment for People with Disabilities
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender
- LGBT Center on Halsted-Advancing the LGBTQ Movement
- LGBT CareerLink Out & Equal-Workplace Advocates
- Out Professionals
Older Workers
Minority Groups (all-inclusive)
- Academic360.com
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- Hire Diversity
- The National Employment Minority Network, Inc (NEMNET)
- American Association of University Professors- Resources in Diversity and Affirmative Action
- Insight Into Diversity
- Equal Opportunity Publication, Inc.
- Diversity Link (includes fees for posting)
The Association of American Colleges & Universities
American Commitments Projects Diversity/Web
1818 R. Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
Exposure to diversity leads to the development of complex thinking skills and learning integration, promotes ethical decision-making and the ability to work in a diverse society, and increases students’ capacity for social agency and citizenship. Students’ interactions and experiences with diverse perspectives in the classroom allow students to grow and gain valuable insights about themselves and others, increase perspective-taking skills, and fosters appreciation for diversity of experience and thought. Students often are able to develop identify and challenge previously held assumptions through the course content and materials presented in the classroom, shaped by engaging in classroom discussion and activities. The resources in this section offer strategies to promote inclusive excellence and improve the climate for learning for all students.
Recommended Readings
Inclusive Teaching
Managing Hot Moments
Ethnic and Cultural Diversity
Gender
LGBTQ
Disabilities
Veterans
Intersectionality
Faculty Self Awareness
Religious Holidays
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Academic Programs
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American Indian Studies minor
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Black Studies minor
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Women and Gender Studies minor
Centers
USM is home to the multiple interdisciplinary centers centered on issues related to diversity, inclusion, and social justice.
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Center for Oral History and Cultural Heritage (Oral History collection topics include Ethnic Groups in Mississippi, Civil Rights Movement, and Gay and Lesbian Life)
Study Abroad
Would you like to travel to another country and learn about other cultures? Study Abroad allows you to do it while taking classes and receiving USM credit. Southern Miss offers opportunities for studying and travel in many countries around the world, including the United Kingdom, Peru, South Korea, Ireland, Cuba, France, Spain, Japan, and more.
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Office of Study Abroad at Southern Miss
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Learn about the specific study abroad programs that are currently active
Courses
What's the difference between having diversity and being inclusive? How can we learn more about other people and cultures around the world? Why and how is society unequal in terms of race, gender, class, and sexuality? What can we do to improve social justice? If you have wondered about questions like these, you may be interested in taking one of the many courses offered at USM that directly address these topics such as these.
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View some of USM's many diversity-related courses
Research
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For faculty research areas, search the USM faculty directory for specific research topics
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- Multicultural Programs and Services
- Prism LGBTQ+ Resource Office
- Disability
- International Students and Scholars
- Human Resources
- Title IX Office
- University Committees
Office of Multicultural Programs and Services
The Office of Multicultural Programs and Services promotes the holistic development of students representing diverse groups through leadership development, educational programming and collaboration with University departments. The Office strives to increase recruitment and retention of diverse students by creating a strong sense of campus community and assisting students in becoming successful graduates. The Office sponsors the Prism LGBTQ+ Resource Office, Allies Training, and the University's Black History Month program among other events.
Student Affairs at the Gulf Park Campus
On the Gulf Park campus, the Division of Student Affairs offers a wide range of activities, services, and opportunities to become engaged in student life that challenges students, develops habits of excellence, and connects life outside the classroom to the formal academic curriculum. Its activities support diversity and inclusion on the Gulf Park campus through sponsorship of various student organizations and events such as Transgender Awareness Day.
Prism LGBTQ+ Resource Office
The Southern Miss Prism LGBTQ+ Resource Office's mission is to create an affirming and supportive campus environment for students of all gender and sexual identities, and to provide academic, campus, and community resources for students, faculty, and staff. It's activities include providing Allies training in conjunction with the Office of Multicultural Programs and Services.
Office of Disability Accommodations (ODA)
Southern Mississippi is committed to providing equal access for persons with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in programs or activities. The Office of Disability Accommodations (ODA) interacts with all offices and departments on campus to ensure that students with disabilities have full access to, and participation in, university activities. ODA strives to create a positive campus environment where students with disabilities are encouraged to pursue careers on the basis of personal interest and ability.
Institute for Disability Studies (IDS)
The Institute for Disability Studies (IDS) is Mississippi's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) Research, Education, and Service, which Its mission is to positively affect the lives of Mississippi citizens with developmental and other disabilities and their families across the life span and to work toward increasing their independence, productivity, and integration into their communities. IDS has a variety of programs to assist individuals with disabilities and their families with priority areas such as housing, early intervention, inclusive child care, training and employment for young people with disabilities, assistive technology, recreation, health, education, and family support.
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) strives to be a leader in providing for the needs of non-immigrant students and scholars while promoting a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and mutual support at The University of Southern Mississippi, the state of Mississippi, the nation, and the world. ISSS serves the international student and scholar community by providing advice, counseling, and advocacy regarding academic, personal, and immigration concerns.
Office of Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity
The Office of Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity protects the Civil Rights of all Southern Miss students and employees.
Committee on Services and Resources for Women (CSRW)
The Committee on Services and Resources for Women (CSRW) is an interdisciplinary group of USM-affiliated individuals interested in women's
issues on campus and in the local Hattiesburg community. Since 1984, the CSRW has
been active in the promotion of women's issues by coordinating the University's annual Women's History Month program and providing funding for research by faculty and students related to gender
and women. 
Sexual Misconduct/Title IX
Within USM's Title IX Office, the Title IX Coordinator has primary responsibility for coordinating the University's
efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX, which prohibits
sex discrimination in the operations of this University, as well as retaliation for
the purpose of interfering with any right or privilege secured by Title IX.
Student Organizations
Southern Miss prides itself on the diversity of our student body. The Office of Leadership and Student Involvement maintains lists of current student groups, and we encourage all students—whether you're into politics or anime, activism or improv, Vietnamese culture or social dance—to join an organization and do your part to make our campus a great place for Golden Eagles!
Learn more by checking out the lists of registered student organizations on both campuses:
