Fostering an Inclusive Community

The School of Engineering fosters an inclusive and collaborative community where everyone feels valued and respected.

Brown University was founded on the ideals of academic inclusiveness and the benefits of a liberal education. These principles are held strongly at the School of Engineering, where this philosophy has developed into a culture of multidiscipline scholarship and pedagogy that crosses many intellectual boundaries. The School of Engineering's success through creative and collaborative approaches is a testament to the benefits of inclusion and working with myriad perspectives.

At the School of Engineering, we believe that we are enhanced by valuing the contributions of all community members’ ideas, life experiences, perspectives, and cultures. Exposure to a broad range of backgrounds, views, and outlooks is key to fostering both breadth and depth in intellectual discovery, learning, and innovation.

Students in the Brown Design Workshop

Each of us is dedicated to learning and actively engaging in professional development to support the changing needs of our community and achieving success through teamwork and collaboration. We embrace the differences that enrich our community and make us great. Our beliefs and actions promote and foster the School’s culture of inclusivity, compassion, and mutual respect.

Student Engagement

The School prioritizes student engagement through community events, student organizations, support resources, and other initiatives that will enhance the student experience. Many activities are ongoing, and those with new ideas or support for our efforts should contact Associate Dean Megan Russell for further discussion.

Resources and Partnerships

By recognizing and fostering different perspectives, values, and experiences, Brown University is creating a nationally recognized model for inclusion and excellence in STEM education at an R1 university. Brown University has engaged in concrete, actionable steps to create an inclusive campus community to fully realize our vision of academic excellence. STEM inclusion initiatives include:

For more information, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity