LGBTQ+ History Month October marks a month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender history as well as the larger queer rights movement. Penn State's Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (CSGD) is hosting several activities celebrating LGBTQ+ History throughout the month To stay up to date, follow
the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity on Facebook and Instagram using @PennStatelgbtq. You can also join the Rainbow Listserv Here
Events Undergraduate Opportunities Graduate Opportunities Scholarships Faculty & Staff Report Bias Office Hours
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we would like to spotlight a student organization this month: SACNAS (Society for Advancement of Chicaganos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science). The Penn State Chapter is dedicated to increasing and promoting diversity within all STEM fields and is open to everyone! Interested in joining? Reach out to Daliah Garibay at dag6054@psu.edu Follow SACNAS on Instagram: sacnas_pennstate
Office of Diversity & Inclusion Kudos Initiative At the Eberly College of Science, the people within our community represent the critical anchors that allow us to succeed with respect to our mission and core values. Your exemplary contributions deserve recognition, and we invite
nominations for “kudos” to amplify the visibility of our extraordinary community. The Kudos series recognizes faculty, staff, postdocs, and graduate and undergraduate students for college-related work they’ve done that goes above and beyond their job duties (for employees) or their academic responsibilities (for students). Kudos nominations are based on the college’s Code of Mutual Respect and Cooperation. See the Guidelines Here
MED TALKS Coordinated by the Office for Diversity, Equity & Belonging, this series of virtual conversations gives participants an
opportunity to connect with Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Health physicians, researchers,
public health scientists, students, and other health professionals.
Health Care Connection 2025 Paid Summer Internship Program A comprehensive paid summer internship program that provides invaluable exposure, experience, mentoring, and networking in the health field.
The Women of Color Empowerment Group (WOCE) is a discussion group for both graduate and undergraduate students. Our goal is to provide a supportive space to center on the experiences of Women of Color on a majority White campus. Our intent is for attendees to explore topics such as identity, relationships and more; to empower and enhance their voice; and to fully embrace their Penn State experience through academic excellence and relationship-building. This group is not intended for journalistic, research or course credit purposes. Information shared during these private
meetings is considered confidential.
Coffee Chat with the Dean Hosted by the Fox Graduate School with the Eberly College of Science Monday, Oct. 21, 9-11 AM 114 McAllister Building Stop by to join Dean Levon Esters for discussion centered around graduate education at Penn State
and share your stories with leadership from around the University The chat is being held in partnership with leadership from the Eberly College of Science and is open to graduate students from all colleges and campuses.
CHEER Presents - Mapping the Participant Journey: Disability Inclusion in the Research Process The Penn State Community Health Equity & Engagement in Research (CHEER) team is pleased to offer an educational session aimed at addressing the importance of disability inclusion in the research process. This session will feature an interactive exercise led by Willyanne DeCormier
Plosky, DrPH, Program Director at the Multi-Regional Clinical Trials Center of Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard. Participants will be provided with a review of disability statistics and disability rights, ways to build accessibility into different stages of the clinical trial life cycle, and resources to support accessibility efforts. October 21, 2024 11 am – 12 pm | via Zoom
RevPart 2025 STEM Scholarship
The RevPart 2025 STEM Scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in a STEM field at an accredited college or university in the United States. This scholarship offers financial support to students with a strong commitment to careers in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
Award Details:
- 1 winner will receive a $2,000 scholarship
- 2 runner-ups will each receive a $500 scholarship
Eligibility:
- Must be attending or planning to attend an accredited U.S. college
- Must be pursuing a career in a STEM field
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024
$2,000 PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship
The PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship awards $2,000 to students pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), economics, or business. This scholarship aims to inspire students to continue their education in these fields and contribute to innovative industries.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must be enrolled or accepted to attend a U.S. college or university
- Must be pursuing a degree in a STEM field, economics, or business
The scholarship is awarded based on the strength of a written essay.
Next Application Deadline: December 5, 2024.
LGBTQ+ Scholarships Now Open
Deadline to Apply: December 20, 2024
The Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity offers multiple scholarships to Penn State students who are interested in and have shown a commitment to the Penn State LGBTQ+ community. Each scholarship has specific requirements for eligibility, including financial status, academic standing, and current and future involvement in the LGBTQ+ community on Penn State campuses. Monies will be awarded for the spring 2025 semester.
The Rainbow Science Network (RSN) The RSN is a list of faculty and leaders who have undergone two Penn State–provided training courses designed to increase the understanding of issues facing LGBTQ+ people and are committed to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive
research group: The RSN list can help students, postdoctoral scholars, and research staff identify a group in which they can bring their whole selves to the research environment; however, there is no requirement to be ‘out’.
Please RSVP for the 2024 Staff Awards celebration, which will take place on Friday, November 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Alumni Hall in the HUB.
November 22: Nominations Due for Dean’s Climate and Diversity Awards The college’s Climate and Diversity Committee Awards Subcommittee is now accepting nominations for the Dean’s Climate and Diversity Awards through November 22. These awards are designed to recognize individuals and programs that have displayed extraordinary commitment to enhancing our environment of mutual respect and diversity. The Award Selection Committee will review the nominations and select five awardees representing students, postdocs, staff, and faculty, as well as groups or programs within the college that are supportive and welcoming of
everyone in our college community. These awards allow us to share the success stories and celebrate the leadership and vision of these individuals and groups. With generous support from the Santacroce Family Climate and Diversity Fund in the Eberly College of Science, individual awardees receive a monetary prize, and group awardees receive a monetary reward to support their group's curricular and cocurricular activities. The application and award criteria can be found on the college’s website. The deadline for nominations is Friday, November 22. All individuals and groups in the college are encouraged to submit a nomination. Anyone with questions about the awards or the nomination process should contact Mitch Wages or Gloria Komazin.
November 22: Applications Due for Fourth Annual Climate and Diversity Seed Grants
Do you have an idea for a new event or project aimed at improving climate or increasing diversity? Apply for a Climate and Diversity Seed Grant! The purpose of these grants is to promote diversity and inclusion activities within the college, inspire departmental climate and diversity committees
to take positive action, and encourage collaboration across units. The seed grants are intended to fund events or projects with a specific goal of enhancing the climate and diversity in the unit. Projects may include—but are not limited to—speakers, workshops, events, art, and food to support participation. These awards aim to allow us to celebrate the diversity of our college while promoting a more inclusive culture. If you or your organization has a grant-worthy idea, contact your departmental Climate and Diversity Committee and, together, apply for funding to implement your
plan. Proposals will be prioritized based on goal, collaboration between groups, budget under $1,000, and cofunding by departments. Applications are due by November 22. Questions should be directed to Tiffany Mathews and David Simpson.
The Red Folder Toolkit **Updated course module for
Fall 2024!**
Students may experience different levels of distress across various areas of their lives. The type and amount of distress they are experiencing will require different actions and resources.
The Red Folder initiative is a guide to help faculty, staff, student leaders, and others who interact with students to recognize, respond effectively to, and refer Penn State students in distress.
The Red Folder initiative is more than a website and a folder! Complete the Faculty & Staff Red Folder Toolkit for a comprehensive orientation to helping students experiencing distress at Pennsylvania State University.
Report Bias
Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity
24 Hour Hotline 1-800-560-1637 A bias is an action or behavior committed against another person or property that is motivated by a person's bias or prejudice. If you experience, witness, or learn of a bias incident...REPORT IT. Visit here for more info.
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