Comment by habinero

> Do you really feel today's university professors need to write an essay saying they support teaching everyone?

Yes, actually. Having it be a very explicit part of the job is a good thing. Because a lot of people absolutely need to be told.

It's why we have sexual harassment training. A lot of people don't need it, a few sociopaths will do whatever they want, but a lot of people do, in fact, need to be told to keep their hands to themselves. It really does make a difference.

>> will make efforts to be inclusive and ensure your class has an inclusive environment

> Again, say someone is teaching calculus, what does this exactly mean?

I honestly got a chuckle out of this, because this is the most STEMlordy thing I've heard in a while.

I'm going to presume you're male, because you'd know why if you'd been the only female in a physics or math class and made uncomfortable and singled out because of it. Often by guys assuming you're a DEI and didn't earn your spot.

Of course you don't need this.