Faculty of color often find themselves in a double bind. Seen as role models by students of color, they receive numerous requests for information, mentoring, advice, and letters of recommendation. Departmental colleagues send mixed messages to faculty of color who devote extra time to undergraduates of color. One message praises them for their service efforts, whereas the other message reminds them that publications and grants are crucial. We describe The Psychology Group, a program designed to help faculty of color meet the needs of students of color and the demands for grants and publications.
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