Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and academically excellent community.
The college’s diversity and inclusion plan dovetails with the Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder Inclusion, Diversity and Excellence in Academics (IDEA) Plan and is informed by the university's longstanding efforts to create a place where everyone feels a sense of belonging and where everyone can succeed. As a university and college community we affirm that making excellence inclusive is an active, intentional process that engages students,Ìýfaculty and staff across the curriculum and community and in our offices, labs and meeting spaces. Moreover, our plan addresses the Chancellor’s three strategic imperatives: shape tomorrow’s leaders, innovate and positively impact humanity.Ìý
As laid out in the Dean’s Strategic Vision, we aim to be the premier destination for every engineering student in the state of Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ while attracting outstanding students from across the country and world by increasing and supporting communities traditionally underrepresented in engineering and applied sciences to thrive in our college. In doing so, we will drive and support economic growth in Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ, foster collaborative industry partnerships that prepare students to work in diverse teams and succeed in the global marketplace and to produce ethical, resilient and creative engineers who will become leaders in their fields.
Celebrating our Communities
In February, we celebrate Black History Month and recognize the cultural history, triumphs and adversities that are deeply rooted in our country's history. We seek to bring awareness about the many contributions of our Black and African American community members in our college and to the fields of engineering.Ìý
March is Women's History Month, a celebration of theÌývital role of women in American history. We take this opportunity to highlight the year-round accomplishments of theÌýstudents, faculty and staffÌýwho are leaders in engineering.
May isÌýAsian American and Pacific Islander heritage monthÌýThis broad term includes cultures from the entire Asian continent—including East, Southeast and South Asia—and the Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.ÌýÌý
In November, we recognize and celebrate Native American and Indigenous community members in our college. This is a time to celebrate cultures, traditions, and histories, as well as to acknowledge the important contributions of the original inhabitants of North America.
TheÌýBOLD Center
The BOLD Center is part of the College of Engineering and Applied Science’s commitment to creating a diverseÌýenvironment where all engineering students are welcome. Our programs promote the recruitment, retention, and development of engineering students at Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder, and equip them for success through graduation and beyond.
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This week-long summer programÌýoffers rising seniors from Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ high schools an opportunity to explore everything engineering has to offer. During this week, students will work on various hands-on engineering projects and build connections with current students and faculty.Ìý
Trainings & WorkshopsÌý
Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder offers a multitudeÌýof development opportunities for students, staff,Ìýand faculty through the Center for Inclusion & Social Change, Human Resources, and Lynda. Our trainings and workshops aim to promote inclusive excellence and foster a strong, collaborative learning and workÌýenvironment between peoples of various backgrounds.
Student Resource GroupsÌý
Similar to the many Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) available in industry, several Student Resource Groups (SRGs) are housed in the College of Engineering & Applied Science. These SRGsÌýprovide undergraduate and graduate studentsÌýwith additional support throughout their time at Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ as well asÌýprofessional development opportunities.
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The BOLD Center and Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Engineering seeks partners to bolster inclusive excellence within the Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder community and to provide opportunities for our students. These partnerships are intended to create connections across Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ andÌýnationally to our school in supportÌýof improving recruitment, retention, and climate for all students in the College of Engineering and Applied Science.
First-Generation Faculty & Staff Directory
As part of Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Boulder’s commitment to support first-generation students both in and out of the classroom, the Office of First-Generation Programs and EnrichmentÌýis leading the effort to compile and maintain an updated list of faculty and staff who are the first in their families to go to college.