Derald Wing Sue

Dr. Derald Wing Sue is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. He is a pioneering scholar in multicultural psychology, microaggressions, and antiracism, with over 200 publications and 23 books. His work has profoundly influenced counseling psychology, education, and organizational development globally. Dr. Sue holds leadership roles in national and international organizations, including the American Psychological Association (APA), and has advised governmental bodies like President Clinton’s Race Advisory Board.

Education:

• B.S., Oregon State University
• M.S. and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Oregon

Research Interests: Multicultural counseling and therapy, racial microaggressions, psychology of racism/antiracism, cultural competence, and difficult dialogues on race. His groundbreaking work on microaggressions has reshaped understanding of subtle racial bias and its societal impacts. He co-developed the Multicultural Counseling Competencies and introduced microintervention strategies to counter systemic racism.

Key Contributions:

• Authored Counseling the Culturally Diverse, the seminal textbook in multicultural psychology.
• Coined the term microaggressions and pioneered its taxonomy.
• Developed frameworks for antiracism strategies (microinterventions).
• Recipient of over 30 major awards, including the APA’s highest honor for public interest contributions.

Awards: Recognized for lifetime achievements in multicultural psychology, antiracism advocacy, and education. Notable awards include the APA Award for Outstanding Lifetime Contributions (2019), APF Gold Medal Award (2015), and the Henry Tomes Award (2019).

Impact: Dr. Sue’s work extends beyond academia, influencing corporate diversity training, educational curricula, and global initiatives like UNESCO’s Teaching Respect for All. He actively engages with media to promote public discourse on race, including appearances on MTV’s Look Different Campaign.