The Value Community and Diversity Reception has been rescheduled for Jan. 17 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. in the NEW Center Ballroom A & D. Nominations for student awards will be accepted until Dec. 15.
The Value Community and Diversity Reception celebrates students who are recognized for promoting diversity at NEOMED and in their profession. Recipients are chosen based on nominations from fellow students, faculty and staff members who see the student’s commitment to fostering a welcome and inclusive environment. Awards will be given at NEW Center Ballroom A & D on Jan. 17 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Award nominations will be open until Dec. 15. The awards you could nominate students for include:
Community Builder Award
The Community Builder Award recognizes a NEOMED student from any discipline who promotes and supports the needs, values and respect of underrepresented communities and who is sensitive to the issues of diversity and takes action to promote the ideals of inclusion, equity and community. The award of $300 and a plaque of recognition will be presented at the fall Diversity Reception. Self-nominations are permitted. For all nominations, at least one letter of recommendation is required. The nomination form can be found online.
Pharmacy Diversity and Inclusion Excellence Award
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
This includes a monetary award of $2,000 and is generously sponsored by Walgreens. For all nominations, at least one letter of recommendation is required. The nomination form can be found online.
Refreshments will be provided. RSVP at Eventbrite.
For more information, contact Rajini Poth, Ph.D., Associate Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at rpoth@neomed.edu or x6736
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