Our Culture
Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (JEDI)
A commitment to diversity is a commitment to excellence. Our goal is to create an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated, and people of all backgrounds are empowered to be their authentic selves.
BioE stands in solidarity with the Black community
Read our statement of supportBioE supports our Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander community
Read our statement of supportBioengineering JEDI teams
The Bioengineering department has six teams working to improve justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in our community. These teams are based on department affiliation: undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, alumni, staff, and faculty. Each team meets on their own cadence and is empowered to pursue that which they feel is most important. At the same time, our teams are connected to and supported by each other. We meet once a month as a "mega team" to stay informed on what each group is working and to look for ways to help and support each other's efforts.
Cross-collaborations
Our department's efforts to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion are connected with those at the School and University level. Across the School of Engineering, 24 selected staff form the BRIDGES (Building Racial Justice, Inclusion, and Diversity Guidance for Engineering Staff) committee, serving for a one-year term and committing to at least 20-25 hours including a standing monthly meeting.
IDEAL Initiatve
Stanford University has a campus-wide initiative, which serves as the focal point for our efforts to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion—in our own communities and also in the research and teaching programs that extend Stanford’s impact far beyond our campus.
Equity & Inclusion Initiatives
We strive to create a nurturing, welcoming and inclusive environment for individuals from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and beliefs.
Diversity Is a Core Value
Our goal is to draw from people with a variety of backgrounds and life experiences to reach a new level of innovation in teaching, research and caring for patients.
Stories and voices
Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage
This May, during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we recognize the stories and achievements of some of our incredible BioE community members with Asian heritage.