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9 Developing a Diverse Workforce
9 Developing a Diverse Workforce
Pages 57-64
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; and Admiral Michael Mullen, former head of the United States Navy and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Following each speaker's remarks, Susan Sinnott, professor and department head of materials science and engineering at Pennsylvania State University, moderated a short Q&A session.
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For example, Georgia Tech made a public values statement to foster an environment conducive to diffi cult conversations, enabling the administration at every level to identify and cre ate needed social support programs. Third, the School of Materials Science and Engineering, like other units at Georgia Tech, recently started a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
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Recent MRS diversity actions include partnerships with HBCUs and other minority-serving institutions; programs to increase the number of and support for underrepresented doctoral students in the sciences, especially women; directed publications to broaden membership; collaborations with other societies and uni versities; programs supporting students from developing countries; student recruit ment work with university chapters; member surveys; and issues-based educational webinars. In a reflection of its emphasis on transparency, MRS also recently issued a public statement expressing support for diversity initiatives and has rigorously examined its own membership demographics.
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He noted that MRS has also lowered its membership and conference rates. In response to a question, Dozier noted that MRS helps international students come to the United States by acting as an intermediary with the State Depart ment and helping to navigate education regulations.
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In addition to supporting the youngest learners, Mullen urged organizations to be open to uncomfortable conversations, empathetic listening, and growth. The recent upheavals around issues of social justice make it clear that the United States is still a long way from success.
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This work is especially cru cial now that talented students and workers have attractive options for education and employment beyond the United States. In addition, participants noted that it is important to continue to cultivate a strong and diverse pipeline by investing in rigorous education and skill-building for U.S.
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Angus Rockett, Colorado School of Mines, suggested that despite the "cool" factor of companies like Tesla and SpaceX, STEM has become overly incomprehensible, without an immediate outside threat like the Cold War creating a sense of urgency. Thomas added that industry and government agencies rely too heavily on conventional public affairs scripts, which fail to connect with younger talent.
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