Welcome
At Mines, we’re all about individuality, and we place a high value on out-of-the-box thinking. After all, that’s how we make scientific breakthroughs and develop game-changing ideas.
By providing support services and resources through diversity, equity, inclusion and access (DEIA) initiatives, we aim to nurture this thinking and work towards a more inclusive and equitable campus environment for students, staff and faculty alike.
Please contact DEIA with any questions you have about Mines DEIA, what it means to you, your department or office and how you can be a part of making Mines an inspiring and inclusive place for every Oredigger.
Why DEIA at Mines?
We have experienced what research has proven. Diversity in groups and organizations results in:
- Richer learning experiences for students, faculty and staff
- Teams that are better at problem solving
- More innovation around complex problems
Enabling access to Mines creates diversity.
A culture of inclusion sustains diversity.
Phillips Scientific American (2014), Carrell et al (2010) The Quarterly Journal of Economics – TAMU ADVANCE, Mitchell (2017) The Columbia Spectator
DEIA Goals
- Attract, retain and graduate a thriving and diverse student body
- Attract, retain, develop and promote a thriving and diverse employee community
- Cultivate an inclusive campus culture that promotes and celebrates inclusion and achievement
- Inspire shared responsibility, participation and accountability for DEIA efforts across the Mines community
Ways Orediggers can engage with DEIA @ Mines
Foundational
Foundation level content often provides an introductory understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Intermediate
Appropriate for those looking to build on their knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Advanced
For those who are looking for ways to increase their expertise in diversity, equity and inclusion.
Try an inclusion icebreaker at your next meeting
Review racial equity resources
Join a Mines Community Alliance (MCA)
Attend campus DEIA events
Join a student organization supported by WISEM or MEP
Participate in Mines climate surveys
Attend workshops at the annual Celebration of DEIA
Join the Mines DEIA Council
Submit a DEIA award nomination
Apply for a community grant
Incorporate DEIA best practices in candidate reviews & selection
Promote hiring excellence
Join your department or unit’s diversity committee
Introduce yourself with your pronouns, include in email signature
Become an Ambassador, Advocate, Fellow or MCA Chair
Incorporate DEIA best practices in grants and proposals
Include DEIA in performance management
Lead a K-12 outreach activity
Use the inclusive classroom checklist
Advise a student organization
Facilitate a workshop at the annual Celebration of DEIA
News
Archived News
Past DI&A news stories