Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We strive for a school and community in which all members are valued and respected. We celebrate differences and welcome all voices to shape culture, policy, and outcomes. We advance our diversity, equity, and inclusion goals through shared responsibility, accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

The UCSF School of Pharmacy excels thanks to the contributions of people of all backgrounds. We are aligned with UCSF’s PRIDE (Pro­fes­sion­al­ism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence) values and strive to embody these values in everything we do.

From the lab to the clinic, the school’s researchers, educators, and pharmacists strive to blend an understanding of population-level biomedicine with consideration of individual patients. Our world-leading PhD and doctor of pharmacy (PharmD) degree programs train students to not only pursue new discoveries and better disease therapies, but to also lead their communities with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in mind.

All members of our community are encouraged to speak up on issues of DEI. Below, catch up on the School's recent efforts with DEI as well as upcoming events and resources for learning, funding, and social support.

Funding opportunities in DEI

Achieving true diversity, equity, and inclusion in the School of Pharmacy requires funding. These grant and scholarship opportunities are available to ensure that our scientists, health care providers, and staff members, especially in the earliest stages of their careers, have the support they need to pursue their goals.

Support for DEI in research, education, and community

  • Health Equity Curriculum Internship: This internship, administered by the School’s PharmD degree program, compensates six to eight PharmD students annually for helping faculty members update the pharmacy curriculum to responsibly address diversity, equity, and inclusion. Interns, who are typically 2nd- or 3rd-year students, meet with faculty members monthly to discuss improvements the following month’s 1st-year PharmD teaching materials. Contact: Jennifer Cocohoba.

Career opportunities in science and medicine

School DEI resources

A variety of groups within the School and throughout UCSF are available to provide pro­fes­sion­al and social support in the DEI arena.

Department of Clinical Pharmacy

Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry

  • DEI Staff Committee

Department of Bioengineering and Therapeutic Sciences

Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI)

 

    Leadership

    Executive Vice Dean

    Youmans
    Eric Davila

    Sharon L. Youmans, PharmD, MPH, partners with the Dean to drive the School's strategic priorities, including overseeing the School's DEI efforts.

    UCSF DEI resources

    UCSF Office of Diversity and Outreach (ODO)

    • The Office of Diversity and Outreach coordinates UCSF’s public efforts in DEI education, recruitment, and celebration.
    • UCSF’s PRIDE values—Pro­fes­sion­al­ism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence—define how UCSF carries out its mission equitably and inclusively.

    UCSF Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination

    UCSF Graduate Division