Outreach for Diversity

CBSE strives to involve all people—regardless of race, class, and gender—in our genomics-related research through

• The CBSE Research Mentoring Institute (RMI)
• CBSE diversity awards fellowships for genome-related research projects
• Student support and resources
• Educating the public about the potential benefits and risks of genome research
• Promoting discussion of the ethical, legal, and social implications

Diversity Outreach Resources

• Diversity outreach overview and vision at the CBSE
• Incresing Underrepresented Minorites in Science Research (video: Drs Freeman Hrabowski, President of the University of Maryland, and Michael Summers, Chemistry faculty, discuss why programs that support and graduate minority students in STEM subjects are necessary.
• CBSE Research Mentoring Institute (RMI) and diversity awards a mentoring community and individual support for graduate students & undergrads
• Events & classes related to genomic, biomedical, and bioethical research at UCSC
• Job & career fairs at UCSC and other California locations
• UCSC resources in science & engineering and for members of underrepresented groups
• Government programs related to genome research policy, ethics, and minority access
• State & national organizations for scientists from underrepresented groups
• Eduational resources for teachers includes tutorials, informative websites, and other resources
• Photo Gallery from CBSE Outreach Program