As a multidisciplinary program, the School of Materials Science & Engineering is inherently diverse in academic practices and experiences. We are further committed to an environment in which all community members feel welcomed, valued, and affirmed by:
Removing the GRE requirement for applicants and holistically reviewing admissions applications
Having an active Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) committee that identifies and responds to opportunities for development of DEI
Developing DEI competency and relating it to the field of materials science and engineering
Engaging with our local community and educating them about materials
Recruiting and retaining students that will increase the diversity of our program
Providing opportunities for continued growth and awareness of DEI issues
A few images where high school students are learning about polymers, metals, and composites through a variety of outreach activities hosted by materials science and engineering staff, faculty, and students: