Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Statement

Cummings School is committed to being a community of inclusive excellence that attracts and retains exceptional faculty, staff, and students. We recognize and practice the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and access and seek to advance these principles in developing cultural humility among all community members.

Our Core Principles

Inclusive excellence is academic and institutional excellence.
Inclusive leadership (on all levels) is core.
Innovation is catalyzed by greater Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Access (DEIJA).
Our diversity is our asset and strength.

Our Commitments/Responsibilities

Cummings School is committed to:

Being a community of inclusive excellence that attracts and retains exceptional faculty, staff, and students.
Recognizing, practicing, and providing education on the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and access and seeking to advance these principles in developing cultural humility among all community members.
- Info about DPP courses
- OIIE Programs and Research Opportunities
- New DVM Curriculum
Working to eliminate all forms of discrimination, including those based on race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religious beliefs, nationality, socioeconomic and educational background.
- OEO
- OIIE
Expanding community outreach programs to teach students of all ages and from many diverse backgrounds about the profession of veterinary medicine.
Providing access to, educating, mentoring, and retaining students from diverse backgrounds in our academic programs.
Reviewing and revising policies and procedures with the goal of reducing bias and advancing equity in our daily work.
- University DEI Climate Survey
Providing the resources necessary to achieve these commitments.
- Cummings Community Resources
- Employee Affinity Groups
- OIIE Resources
- Accommodations
- Student Chapters of the AAVMP, LatinX VMA, Jewish Association of Veterinary Students, Pride VMC, Inclusive Excellence Scholarships
Being accountable for measurable progress in our DEIJA work.
- Faculty Diversity
- University Diversity Overview
- Admission Stats

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International Pronouns Day

Acknowledgement of correct pronoun use is an important way to demonstrate respect for one another by identifying and referring to someone according to their wishes. Adopting a consistent use of pronouns and neopronouns shows acceptance and respect for all.

Using Pronouns

At Cummings School, we use inclusive pronoun practices in our everyday interactions and communications.

Learn more

Core Programs

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The following programs help Cummings School further its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Meet the Diversity Council

The Diversity Council at Cummings School includes faculty, staff and students who meet regularly to discuss programs, initiatives and opportunities to educate across the entire school.

Meet the members of the Diversity Council