Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Learning how to cultivate a professional culture of respect and well-being that engages with the many perspectives and lived experiences that make up our community, is an important part in one's professional and career development.

Objectives

1. Understanding the varying educational pathways to academia and the importance of recruitment 
2. Engage with many communities at Stanford and in the field to develop an inter-cultural competency
3. Practice an inclusive mindset and approach to what we do as educators (mentorship, teaching, etc). 

Suggested framework

Education

• Familiarize yourself with our values and practices and attend the Respectful Workplace Community training
• Complete readings from the Community Library
• Take PWR 194NCR or EDUC 389C
• Attend VPGE Diversity Works workshops
• Participate in the Haas Center Graduate Student program Research as Praxis
• Participate in our community initiatives (Coffee Conversations, Inclusive Mentorship workshops, book club, etc.)
• Participate in relevant offerings focused on teaching and mentoring within SDSS (Pro-Seminars, workshops, etc) or across the University

Experience

• Become a mentor with SESUR, SURGE, MUIR, SUPER, or Young Investigators
• Serve in a student leadership role (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion liaison or Recruitment Ambassador)
• Participate in Diversity-focused initiatives (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion advisory committee, URGE pod, JEDI programs, Environmental Justice Working Group, etc.)
• Participate in the IDEAL Pedagogy Program
• Complete a Cardinal Service program 
• Participate in a community-based action project such as the Bay Area Science Festival
• Participate in ally-ship organizations
• Create a culturally responsive program, training, or lesson plan 
• Apply for VPGE DIF funds

Portfolio Piece

• Prepare an inclusive scientific leadership statement 
• Update your CV to reflect your activities and experiences
• Develop a part of your e-portfolio or professional website to showcase your recruitment or community activities 
• Write a Reflection, Summary, or Case Study of your specific experience