The Value Community and Diversity Reception celebrates students who are recognized for promoting diversity at NEOMED and in their profession. Recipients have been chosen based on nominations from fellow students, faculty and staff members who see the student’s commitment to fostering a welcome and inclusive environment. The event will be at Cook Alumni Hall C/D Jan. 17 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
The reception will also feature NEOMED’s annual State of Diversity Address, which follows a year of challenges that tested the fortitude of individuals to express support and create an environment for diversity, equity and inclusion.
The awards to be presented include:
Community Builder
The Community Builder Award recognizes a NEOMED student from any discipline who:
- promotes and supports the needs, values and respect of underrepresented communities, is sensitive to the issues of diversity
- takes action to promote the ideals of inclusion, equity and community.
Pharmacy Diversity and Inclusion Excellence The Pharmacy Diversity and Inclusion Excellence Award recognizes a NEOMED pharmacy student who:
- promotes and supports the needs, values and respect of underrepresented communities
- is sensitive to the issues of diversity and takes action to promote the ideals of inclusion, equity and community
- demonstrates a commitment to being open and sensitive to the unique needs and interests of diverse populations
- demonstrates the highest level of excellence in the pursuit of cultural competency and advocacy of diversity and understanding
Refreshments will be provided. RSVP at neomeddiversityreception.eventbrite.com.
For more information, contact Andre Burton, executive director of the office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, at aburton@neomed.edu or x6733.