Access and Equity
Our Commitment
We declare the commitment of the Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology to provide accessible, equitable opportunities and foster an inclusive, supportive community where everyone is inspired to reach their full potential in our department.
Guided by Values
Together, we uphold Penn State's Values, which guide our actions and decisions as members of the Penn State community. As a department that strives for excellence in research, education, and outreach, we cultivate access and equity among our students, faculty, and staff. We embrace the responsibility to practice and develop these values as we interact among ourselves and the communities with which we engage.
The Strength of Diversity
We believe that the inclusion of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and identities (as listed in the Penn State Nondiscrimination Statement) in our discovery, education, and service efforts will enhance our growth on both individual and community levels and enable us to better serve all our stakeholders.
Accountability and Integrity
To maintain integrity, we will continue to hold ourselves accountable to work to identify and respond to bias, harassment, discrimination, and racism against individuals from diverse identities and backgrounds, following Penn State's existing policy and procedures (AD85 and AD91). We will continuously promote and sustain an environment where diverse identities, perspectives, and backgrounds are always welcomed and respected.
