At the University of Washington, diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives; strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments; and promote access, opportunity, and justice for all.
Vision
Our vision is to promote a community where students, faculty and staff can excel, provide and take advantage of diverse perspectives. Our focus will be strategically recruiting and retaining qualified students, faculty and staff and fostering an equitable and inclusive environment for all. We also aim to build bridges between other departments to create a sense of community. Our goal is to create an environment that reflects the variety of backgrounds and experiences of the society we live in and promote a culture where everyone feels valued.
Strategic plan
The UW College of Engineering is committed to building a culture where all members thrive, are valued and feel a sense of belonging.
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In accordance with state law and federal laws, the UW works to prevent and respond to discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics. If you or someone you know may have experienced discrimination or harassment, learn about support, resources, and resolution options from the Civil Rights Compliance Office.
Mental health services
SafeCampus will listen to your concerns and provide guidance and safety plans tailored to your situation. These trained professionals will talk you through options and connect you with additional resources if you want them. For more information, give us a call or visit our What to Expect page.
The UW Counseling Center is dedicated to its work, seeking ways to enhance the UW Student Community’s access to wellness resources within and beyond UW. They strive to create a safe environment for students to explore and overcome challenges connected to life and learning.
mental health guideMechanical Engineering Diversity and Outreach Committee
ME’s Diversity and Outreach Committee is focused on developing and implementing ideas for improving and supporting the recruitment of undergraduates, graduates, postdocs, faculty and staff of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Please email our committee or contact us if you have questions, suggestions or concerns.
- Faculty & staff representatives: Renee Desing (chair), Jane Park, Eli Patten, Brian Polagye, and Jenny Robinson
- Student representatives: Alyssa Giedd, Blake Willett, and William Xu
Community building opportunities
Student engineering societies
Engineering students can find opportunities for community and support within an array of organizations. Participation in these organizations is not restricted by race, gender or other protected characteristic.
MEGA
MEGA is the ME department’s Graduate Student Association that aims to coordinate professional development opportunities and help graduate students connect with each other.
ASME
The UW American Society of Mechanical Engineers’ (ASME) mission is to promote peer relationships and professional engineering development for ME students.
ME-IDEA
Mechanical Engineers for Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (ME-IDEA) is a student group established to dismantle systemic racism and other intersecting injustices in the broader engineering community.
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Our mission is to provide leadership to the University community in achieving employment and educational access for individuals with disabilities.
25 credits total. A maximum of 10 credits from a department may be applied toward the Diversity Minor, including the student's major. A minimum of 15 credits must be completed in residence at the UW. For a complete list of course options, see the courses page.
We facilitate and enhance a brave, affirming, liberatory, and celebratory environment for students, faculty, staff, and alumni of all sexual and gender orientations, identities, and expressions.
The UW Alene Moris Women’s Center is a catalyst for change. We disrupt cycles of oppression and break down gender-based barriers through transformational education programs, leadership development, and advocacy for girls, women and people of all gender identities.
The HUB is a department within the Division of Student Life, is funded in part by the Services and Activities Fee (SAF) and relies on its professional and student staff to carry out its mission to enrich student engagement.