Introduction

For many, higher education institutions today represent a beacon of hope for a world desperately in need of deep change regarding inclusiveness. They have the potential to be that special place where faculty, students, and the community in general can meet to reflect and dialogue about both the current, pressing issues of the world and the deeper, more philosophical, fundamental questions, and to do so with respect and openness to each other’s ideas. Furthermore, higher education institutions have proven to be an invaluable tool for social mobility and equity in the overall society.

Although some steps have been taken to improve inclusiveness in this field, much remains to be done, particularly because the challenge is multi-faceted. Inclusiveness in higher education not only refers to what happens once a person is inside the institution but also to what happens before, helping potential students and candidates make the right choices, and to what happens after graduation, assisting students to succeed in their chosen career.