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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Building an inclusive culture

Students, faculty, staff and science in general benefit when everyone has the chance to thrive.

Student in the lab conducting research.
Office of Diversity and Inclusion

We provide a nurturing environment to support students personally, academically, and professionally in the Eberly College of Science.

Faculty member seated and speaking during the Communities of Change event.

Learn more about the DEIB committees created to support our students, faculty, and staff.

College DEIB Committees

Undergraduate Students

Future: Learn about resources ranging from pre–first year programming and living learning communities to scholarships.

Current: Make the most of your experience by leveraging resources including advising, student organizations, research, and scholarships.

Future Students

Graduate Students

Future: Discover opportunities to engage in research, learn about life at Penn State, and get support through academic fellowships.

Current: Find individualized and community support in addition to the academic excellence you expect in science at Penn State.

Grad Student looking at a small tube

Faculty, Staff, Postdocs

We have DEIB-related resources and initiatives to ensure that faculty, staff, and postdocs have the tools and support needed to be successful.

Spring 2024 staff appreciation breakfast

Programs and Initiatives

Participants at the recent ENVISION keynote address.

Resources

Penn State and Happy Valley offer a variety of resources for students, faculty, and staff to create a more supportive environment.

The portico of Old Main at the University Park campus during the fall.