March 2, 2021
University implements diversity, equity and inclusion training
The courses will teach new concepts, broaden perspectives and provide the campus community with a common set of terms.
Diversity and Inclusion Resources
UNC Genetics Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
The Department of Genetics is committed to achieving excellence through equity. We recognize that diversity in our Faculty, Staff and Trainees is essential; it is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation and thus critical for achieving excellence. We therefore strive to create an inclusive community where differences in identity, culture, background, experience, status, and abilities are valued, and all individuals are respected. Diversity of ideas, experiences, and viewpoints creates the rich matrix necessary to achieve the mission of the department.
UNC DEI Resources
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Diversity and Student Success
Campus Resources
LGBTQ+ Center
Green Zone
UndocuCarolina
Upcoming DEI Events and Trainings
Monday, April 19 5:00pm-9:00pm |
Health Care Safe Zone TrainingHealth Care Safe Zone is a four-hour alternative to Standard Safe Zone that similarly introduces concepts, terminology and resources related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. Register here. |
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Thursday, April 22 8:00am-10:30am |
Unconscious BiasExplores unintended/implicit bias and introduces foundational concepts that are necessary to additional engagement with DEI-related topics and issues. Register here. |
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Thursday, April 29 1:00pm-5:00pm |
Standard Safe Zone TrainingThe Standard Safe Zone is a four-hour training is designed to introduce concepts, terminology and resources related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. There is a short intermission about half way through. Register here. |
Latest UNC Genetics DEI News
November 9, 2020
The Writing Center at UNC Provides Guidance for Preparing Diversity Statements
This page offers insights into the form and construction of an effective diversity statement.
November 2, 2020
The Groundwater Approach: Building a practical understanding of structural racism
Department of Genetics faculty are encouraged to participate in The Groundwater Approach: Building a practical understanding of structural racism," an informational webinar presentation on the nature and impact of structural racism.
October 27, 2020
The UNC Department of Genetics and the Curriculum in Bioinformatics & Computational Biology Celebrate Diversity at 2020 SACNAS Conference
Faculty, staff, and students from the UNC Department of Genetics and the Curriculum in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (BCB) came together to participate in the 2020 SACNAS (Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science) Virtual Conference held October 19-24, 2020.
October 16, 2020
The PROMISE Study is a multi-site collaboration between UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University.
The PROMISE Study is a multi-site collaboration between UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University. PROMISE seeks to address the widespread under-representation (UR) in the biomedical (behavioral and biomedical health related) research workforce, including underrepresentation of several racial/ethnic groups.
October 14, 2020
From Dr. Burks: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Update
In this week's update, UNC Health CEO Dr. Wesley Burks provides an update on the system's work to build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture, highlights the recent DEI survey, the work of the System Executive DEI Council, and some immediate actions already underway.
September 22, 2020
Nancy Sey, Graduate Student in Won Lab, to Present at World Congress of Psychiatric Genetics
Third-year Neuroscience graduate student Nancy Sey has been selected to present at the 2020 Virtual World Congress of Psychiatric Genetics during the Inclusion, Diversity and Equity in Action (IDEA) Plenary Session.
September 3, 2020
Lisa Tarantino, PhD, Named Faculty Director of BBSP
Dr. Lisa Tarantino (Associate Professor, Department of Genetics) has been named the Faculty Director of the Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program (BBSP), effective August 1, 2020.
UNC Genetics DEI Committee
Associate Professor of Genetics
UNC Genetics DEI Liaison
Committee Chair
Mentor Training:
*SOM DEI Program part 1 – Unconscious Bias
Student Services Manager
Genetics and Molecular Biology
Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
Mentor Training:
*Mental Health First Aid
*Safe Zone
Professor of Genetics and Biology
Mentor Training:
*Bias 101
*Center for Faculty Excellence Mentoring Workshop
*Faculty Mentoring Workshop for Biomedical Researchers
Associate Professor of Genetics
Mentor Training:
*ACCLAIM
*Bias 101
*Culturally Aware Mentoring
*Faculty Mentoring Workshop for Biomedical Researchers