Resources for an Inclusive Psychology

Our gender-neutral bathrooms are on the first floor in the main lobby (next to the elevators) and in the southwest corner of the third floor (next to the service elevators). Both bathrooms also contain a baby changing station.

Located on the 6th floor of the Psychology Building, a Privacy Lounge is available to students, faculty, and staff needing some private space in the department. The room includes space for breastfeeding/pumping and a fridge to store milk. The Privacy Lounge is intended to provide a calm space to those in our community who need a moment. This space is not intended for studying and tables/chairs can be found in the atrium for this purpose. Anyone needing access can request a key from the business office on the 3rd floor. Please send a request to psych-keys@mx.uillinois.edu or stop by office 334.

In the Fall of their Junior year, students can apply for the Advanced Research Opportunity Honors Fellow. This fellowship provides support over three semesters of undergraduate research conducted toward the completion of an honors thesis in Psychology. 

The Department of Psychology Diversity Award recognizes outstanding graduate students engaged in research that contributes to better understanding of psychological topics related to diversity.

The weekly Diversity Seminar is hosted by members of the Clinical-Community program area. Diversity seminar participants discuss timely topics related to diversity and inclusivity, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, social class, ability, LGBTQ, immigration, international status, and the justice system. The seminar is held at 10 am on Fridays, and many sessions are open to the university community. For more information on open sessions, or to be added to the Diversity Seminar listserv, email Dr. Catharine Fairbairn.

The Diversity and Inclusion Committee evaluates proposals for activities that promote diversity and inclusion within the community, Psychology Department, and the field of Psychology. Seed awards (up to $50) and Project awards (up to $500) are available to members of the Psychology Department community. Previous awards have funded the creation of reading/action groups, hosting guest speakers, purchasing books and materials, or hiring students to support group activities.