Being a scientist is more than conducting research and publishing articles in scientific journals for other scientists to read. It is our job to communicate our findings to the broader public and empower every person with information. Most importantly, it is our job to make the culture of science an inclusive space, where all identities and voices are welcome. As a community, our contributions toward discovery and knowledge is much greater when we have the strength of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Geosciences
Kulshan Summer Institute
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As part of the Broader Impacts of a NSF funded grant to study Kulshan (Mt. Baker) in WA, Western Washington University, Central Washington University, and Northwest Indian College developed a place-based summer institute for marginalized students in STEM. Participants include those from Northwest Indian College, Whatcom Community College, Western Washington University, and soon to be Heritage University. This week long institute includes two days exploring the volcano and four days in the classroom and laboratory using techniques that volcanologist do. The main objective of this program is to explore different ways of knowing that Mt. Baker is a volcano, including oral traditions as well as common scientific methods. This program was successful in summer 2023 and 2024 and we intend to keep it going!
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The geology department at CWU had the honor and pleasure of listening to Jon Shellenberger speak on the meaning and importance of Indigenous landscapes on the Columbia Plateau.
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The Power of Mentoring
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Mentoring supports professional success in the physical sciences, as well as increases the retention of students especially from marginalized groups in STEM. I had the pleasure of mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines, including my work with the Sundial Project at Arizona State University. Now, The Access Network is implementing our mentoring practices around the country to encourage more universities and colleges to start their own mentoring programs! More about that here.
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Cool Resources
Scientist Spotlight Initiate allows educators to find inclusive curricula that allows all students to see themselves in science. Representation is everything. My profile here.
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transverseRANGES magazine is a great resource to learn about diverse paths in the geosciences. Read my personal journey here.