BME releases strategic plan for diversity, equity, and inclusion
Several members of the BME DEI Alliance volunteering at Minneapolis’ Heritage STEM Academy for their Biomedical Day in February.
April 11, 2022 — The Department of Biomedical Engineering has released the first version of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan. The plan features five main pillars:
- Recruitment: Attract diverse populations of students, staff, and faculty.
- Retention: Establish an environment that is welcoming and supportive to all members, with emphasis on those from underrepresented groups.
- Advancement: Support members of underrepresented groups through education and workplace advancement.
- Health equity: Integrate health equity into department curriculum and research.
- Community engagement: Share department and college resources with the broader Twin Cities and greater Minnesota community.
The plan was created with input from BME community members — including students, faculty, and staff — and places responsibility on each community member.