Department of Chemistry Diversity Statement鈥�
The Department of Chemistry welcomes students, faculty and staff from all backgrounds, which includes but is not limited to race, ethnicity, veteran status, marital status, socioeconomic level, national origin, religious belief, physical ability, sexual orientation, age, class, political ideology, gender identity and expression. We strive to create a sense of community that facilitates the development of people for others.鈥���
鈥疶he department will actively address procedural and structural challenges related to diversity of faculty, staff, and students.鈥� We will provide equitable opportunities for advancement and continuation of their degrees and careers.鈥� We will foster a sense of inclusiveness by intentionally pursuing the thoughts and opinions of people, particularly from under-represented and marginalized communities.鈥� The department will support this process by promoting institutional policies, procedures, and initiatives that maintain accountability for diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels and across programs.鈥���
Chemistry Department Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
The department鈥檚 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will facilitate opportunities and create accountability for fostering an inclusive environment that embraces diversity.鈥�
Our areas of action include:鈥��
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The committee will produce an annual climate report and present it to faculty at the鈥痳etreat. The DEI committee will seek Input from search committees, graduate/undergraduate student data, seminar organizers, etc. Each report will outline鈥痮utstanding challenges and progress related to the DEI climate of the department. A summary will be included鈥痠n the department鈥檚 newsletter and website.鈥�
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The DEI committee will advise on new and existing Department, College, and University wide policies on their relevance to DEI. This includes making recommendations on DEI challenges for program review, recruitment, and the hiring process. Based on the climate report,鈥痶he committee will make recommendations for the implementation and improvement of policies.鈥�
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The committee will foster community鈥痶hrough encouraging interactions among鈥痵takeholders. Examples include hosting social gatherings, exploring supplementary advising, and diversifying study groups. The committee will鈥痙istribute educational materials and鈥痮rganize seminars to increase awareness of best practices in DEI research.鈥�