Department News
Department News
Chemistry Diversity and Inclusion Committee debuts DEI Self-Study program
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The Department of Chemistry Diversity & Inclusion Committee is introducing a new self-study program for the University of Minnesota Chemistry community. The program encourages students, faculty, and staff to engage with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) lessons and stories through a variety of multimedia resources.
Professor R. Lee Penn receives UMN Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Award
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Professor R. Lee Penn was awarded the 2022 Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Award alongside two other University of Minnesota educators. JEDI Awards honor faculty members who have done significant research, teaching, and/or service to advance justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the University and in our community.
Gift from PPG supports Chemistry students and groups
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PPG, a Fortune 500 company, has continued its support of graduate students in the Department of Chemistry.
Statement on the attack and murders in Atlanta, GA
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We explicitly state our support of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Asian American students and condemn racism and hate-crimes directed at people from Asian and Pacific Islander communities by all forms and beliefs of white supremacy.
Statement on Sexual Harassment
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Sexual harassment and misconduct are never acceptable and will not be tolerated in our department. Any individual who reports misconduct will be met with support and respect, and retaliation will not be tolerated in any form. Our department prioritizes and will continue to work tirelessly to build and strengthen a climate based on communication and transparency. We strive to listen to and respect all voices in our community. We emphasize that ours is a climate in which inappropriate behavior is simply unacceptable.
Department continues its work on diversity, equity, and inclusion
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The Department of Chemistry is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), making it a priority and establishing and supporting an active Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Committee—one of the first established on the University of Minnesota campus.