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SUPPORT FOR BIOLOGY GRADUATE APPLICANTS ON THE AXES OF DIVERSITY IN STEM
Our program aims to support folks in groups that are historically excluded from STEM as they prepare their applications to any biology graduate program.
Curated resources below are available to everyone. Additional mentorship is available to folks on the axes of diversity. Folks on the axes of diversity include Black, Indigenous, and other folks of color, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ individuals, undocumented, and first-generation folks. We are excited to be part of your journey to graduate program!
Diversity Fellows Program Steps
Step 1: Consider Graduate School
So you're considering graduate school?
Step 2: Highlight You On The Application
Crafting Your CV
Writing your Personal Statement
Additional Resources
Review of application drafts are first-come-first-serve. We are ready to receive your drafts November 1st, 2022. We plan to provide feedback 2 weeks after your submission, at the latest.
Drafts may be submitted here:
Step 3: Shine At Your Interview
Securing Interviews
Interviewing Skills
Example Interviews
Additional Resources
Folks who identify on the axes of diversity have the opportunity to schedule a mock interview with a graduate student or postdoctoral fellow from the School of Biological Sciences.
Mock Interview Will Be Open Soon
30-minute interview slots are limited, and are first-come-first-serve.
Step 4: Identify Graduate Resources
Community building is important. We all need support during our graduate education. Below is a small slice of resources on our campus.
On-Campus Resources
Outdoors Exploring
Additional Resources
Científico Latino curated awesome resources on admission, and other aspects of graduate schools.
Admission Resources