The Principles of Community
UC Davis is a diverse community comprised of individuals having many perspectives and identities. We come from a multitude of backgrounds and experiences, with distinct needs and goals. We recognize that to create an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community, we must understand and value both our individual differences and our common ground. The UC Davis Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that embodies this commitment, and reflects the ideals we seek to uphold.
Within College of Engineering
The College of Engineering at UC Davis has a strong commitment to advance DEI initiatives, specifically towards the following goals:
- Increase and support a diverse engineering faculty
- Recruit and admit populations reflective of California’s diverse demographics
- Retain, from matriculation to degree completion, populations reflective of California’s diverse demographics
- Establish dedicated college infrastructure related to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Increase knowledge and understanding of issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Improve accessibility for all
Our Department has both staff and faculty who are active on the College of Engineering DEI committee.
Within Civil and Environmental Engineering
Beyond supporting College level goals, the Department of Civil and Environmental stives to promote diversity, equity and inclusion values though our community, education, and research.
Our Department's students, faculty, and staff are always engaging in diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice work in many ways. Some examples of our outstanding community members include:
- Maya Ramirez, an Undergraduate Student, and Dr. Katerina Ziotopoulou, Associate Professor, were highlighted for International Women's Day
- One of our staff members, Lauren Worrell, is co-facilitating a DEI related college-wide book club.
- Dr. Colleen Bronner was awarded the 2023 Women & Philanthropy impact award.
The 2024-25 Committee is still undergoing the selection process, and will be updated soon. Please feel free to reach out to any members of the Civil an Environmental Engineering team regarding any questions or concerns within the department.