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Diversity & Why it Matters
• Definition – Underrepresented Minority (URM)
• Social & Cultural Benefits
• Economic Benefits – Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)
• National Data on STEM PhD Attainment
• Barriers to Advanced Education
• Common Recruitment Practices
• Culturally Engaging Campus Environments (CECE) Model
• University Snapshot
• Proposed Intervention & Limitations
By 2050, America will be a country without any clear
racial or ethnic majority.
U.S. Census Bureau
Black/African AmericanAmerican Indian/Alaska Native
Native Hawaiian/Pacific IslanderHispanic/Latino
U.S. Office of Management & Budget
Underrepresented Minority Students
URM
Benefits of Diversity
• Social Development• Enriched Perspectives• Self-Awareness• Self-Confidence• Motivation• Cultural Awareness• Commitment to Equality
(Antonio, 2005; Chang, 1996 & 1999; Gurin, 1999; Milem, Chang & Antonio, 2005; Thompson, 2013)
(Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2014)
64%16%
12%
5%
3%
US Workforce
Non-Hispanic WhiteHispanic/LatinoAfrican American/BlackAsian/Pacific IslanderNative American/Alaskan Native
(Egan, 2001)
Economic Impacts of Diversity
Increased productivity & job performanceFinancial Outcomes
AdaptationInnovation
35 %
Ethnically diverse
• Top 10 Fastest Growing Occupations• 8 out of 10 most wanted employee• 20% more earnings
STEMScience, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics
Science, Technology, Engineering, MathematicsDisparities in Degree Attainment
(National Science Foundation, 2012)
Barriers to Advanced Education
• Environment• Socio-economic• Academic• Psychological
(Adelman, 2006; Hagedorn, Maxwell & Hampton, 2001;Linn & Harris, 2009; Wood & Williams, 2013, )
Common Recruitment Practices
(Arner & Yates, 1979; Griffin & Muniz, 2011; O’Rourke, 2008; Miller, 1986; Museus, 2014; Posselt, 2004; Saha et al., 2013; Swail, Redd, & Museus, 2014; Williams, Berger, & Mclendon, 214)
• URM Conferences (SACNAS & ABRCMS)• HBCU Relationships• Faculty Involvement & Rewards• Summer Programs & Campus Visits• Admissions Procedures• Campus Culture
Culturally Engaging Campus Environments Model
(Museus, 2014)
CECE ModelCultural Relevance:
1. Cultural Familiarity2. Culturally Relevant Knowledge3. Cultural Community Service4. Cross-Cultural Engagement5. Cultural Validation
Cultural Responsiveness:6. Collectivist Orientation7. Humanized Environments8. Proactive Philosophies9. Holistic Support
(Museus, 2014)
University Snapshot
Demographics• Public• MD, STEM PhD’s,
Nursing, Dentistry & Pharmacy
• 1,700+ Faculty• 3,000+ Students• PhD Program – 7 STEM Departments– 91 Current Students– 6 URM
Recruitment Efforts• URM Conferences • HBCU Relationships• Faculty Involvement &
Rewards• Summer Programs &
Campus Visits• Admissions Procedures• Campus Culture
Proposed Intervention
AEC• Academic Enrichment
Committee
• Systemic Change
CECE Project• Survey, Analysis &
Implementation
Culture of
Inclusion
Academic Enrichment Committee (AEC)
• Not the solution, but the channel• Diversity Office, Program Director,
Department Chairs, Administration, Faculty, Students & Staff
• 2 year terms• Transparency
Systemic Change
Broad Stakeholder Ownership
Systems ViewOf Education
Evolve Mindsets About Education
Understand the Systemic Change
Process
Systems Design
LearningCommunity
CECE Project PartnershipCECE Survey
Assessment
Analysis & Reporting
Goal Setting & Planning
Implementation
Evaluation & Modification
Culturally Engaging Campus
Environment
Increased URM
Matriculation & Retention
Greater STEM PhD
Attainment
Individuals, Society & the
Economy Benefit
America remains a leader in a
globally competitive
world
Limitations
• Failure to establish AEC• Lack of commitment of members• Unable to engage stakeholders• Disagreement on appropriate Diversity Model• Inability to change mindset• Not accepted as a CECE Project Partner Institution• Lack of financial resources • Absence of continual assessment & modification
Thank You
Indicator #1Cultural Familiarity
GOAL: Campus spaces for students to connect with faculty, staff, and peers who understand their cultural backgrounds, identities and experiences.
TACTICS METRICS DESIRED OUTCOME TIMELINEIdentify space on campus that can be dedicated for this purpose
Determine the financial resources needed to make the space comfortable
Identify individuals who may be interested in designing the space set up
Communicate to students that the space exists
A specific area is designated for URM student use
The annual budget includes dedicated funds to be used to design & furnish the space
Individuals from Logistics & Design create a development plan
Students are informed about the space using a variety of media
Students, faculty and community members will an identifiable space to connect with others who understand their backgrounds, identities and experiences
Summer Term 2016
Diversity Action Plan TemplateDepartment: Quantitative Bioscience & Biomedical Engineering
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