Diversity Mission and Vision
CEMB is committed to the development and support of a diverse workforce. CEMB recruits, educates, and mentors individuals from all cultural, scientific, and socio-economic backgrounds, with a special emphasis on individuals from backgrounds that have been historically underrepresented in the scientific workforce. CEMB aims to develop our trainees into the leaders in science and engineering of the future.
Recent Diversity Events
Black Queer Town Hall in STEM
Organized by CEMB trainee Ryan Daniels (Mauck lab), in collaboration with the CEMB, University of Pennsylvania, University of Iowa, and Black Queer Town Hall, this four-day conference sought to increase Black Queer scientists’ visibility worldwide, discuss Black Queer scientists’ adversities in and out of lab, and increase Black Queer representation in STEM and foster community among Black Queer scientists. More information on the background, motivation, and program is published in Ryan’s Cell article.
National and Institutional Communities
In addition to being an active participant in the CEMB community, trainees are encouraged to join professional and cultural organizations to meet more peers and mentors with shared interests.
National Societies
University-Level Graduate Student and Postdoc Groups
Each of our partner institutions has a rich and active community for graduate students and postdoctoral trainees. By joining affinity groups and becoming leaders within and outside of CEMB, our trainees develop meaningful connections and prepare for their future careers. The links below contain full lists of groups available to trainees at each institution.
