Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Departmental Organizations
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COGS (Community Organizers of Genome Sciences)
COGS is an organization of members of the University of Washington Department of Genome Sciences to foster engagement, enable change, and support the diverse members of our community. COGS was formed from prior organizations in GS: Women in Genome Sciences (WiGS) and Genome Sciences Association for the Inclusion of Minority Students (GSAIMS).
Genomics Salon
Do you spend most of your free time arguing about science? Do you worry about the impact of your work on society and how members of society understand what you do? Are you interested in exploring the societal impact of science and technology?
If you answered yes to any of the above then you should come along to the next event at the Genomics Salon. If you answered no then come along anyway, because we want all voices to be heard! We hold open debates and discussions on some of the hot topics in the biosciences.
The Student Leadership Council
Leadership Council members serve as the student representatives at faculty meetings. Additionally, the Council will be in charge of conducting an annual wellness survey and assisting in the development of graduate student orientation and mentorship programs.
DEI Journal Club
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External UW Communities:
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SOM Basic Sciences Affinity Groups | slides
University of Washington Graduate Opportunities and Minority Achievement Program
As a unit of the UW Graduate School, the Graduate Opportunities and Minority Achievement Program (GO-MAP), is committed to serving the needs of students of color and students from other underrepresented groups, while simultaneously fostering an educational and social environment in which all students can learn and develop through experiences rich in cultural, ethnic, and racial diversity. - Q-Center
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The Q Center is the professionally-supported resource, advocacy, and mentoring center for queer students and concerns at the University of Washington. It provides consulting for various departments on campus with regards to bolstering safety and respect for queer students, and also coordinates numerous programs, social organizations, and educational initiatives.
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SACNAS
We are a student chapter of the national organization, Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Latinos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS). Our mission is to promote diversity in the sciences. The national organization was founded by Chicano and Native American scientists; however, we welcome and include everyone who is interested in promoting diversity in science.
Out in STEM@UW (oSTEM)
oSTEM is a 501(c)(3) non-profit professional association for LGBTQ+ people in the STEM community. The UW chapter focuses on connecting LGBTQ+ students and professionals from various STEM fields for networking and support.