Message from our Assistant Dean for Student Diversity & Inclusion
Welcome to our Diversity & Inclusion page! We are elated to share our vision and commitment to increasing diversity,
inclusivity, and promoting equity. We are committed to providing a supportive and
inclusive environment in which all students are valued in their pursuit of excellence. Thank
you for visiting our page and we look forward to hearing from you!
MCG Diversity Statement & Goals
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
MCG seeks to enhance diversity in its learning environment and address health care
inequities in our communities by including members of the following groups in our
learning community:
DIVERSITY DEFINITIONS:
Students: African American, Hispanic, and individuals from medically underserved areas/populations
(MUA/MUP).
Faculty and Senior Administrative Staff: African American, Hispanic, and individuals working in MUA/MUPs.
MCG will evaluate and revise, where needed, policies and approaches to achieve mission-appropriate
diversity outcomes.
The Medical College of Georgia, as identified in the 2015 strategic plan, seeks to
create a diverse, inclusive environment that supports faculty, students, residents,
and staff.
GOALS:
- Develop, implement and enhance practices and policies of diversity and inclusivity
that facilitate a culturally sensitive college and academic health center environment.
- Optimize diversity and cultural sensitivity by fostering community engagement and
partnerships focused on reducing factors associated with health care disparities.
- Recruit, matriculate, and graduate an excellent, talented and diverse student body
to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
- Grow health careers interest and academic pipeline programs in partnership with the
University System of Georgia and other Georgia colleges and universities to promote
health science interest and facilitate admissions and matriculation of students from
under-represented populations.
Diversity & Inclusion at Augusta University
