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.

El-Amin and Zhou
Elisabeth Fall

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

  • Post-Baccalaureate Research Opportunity to Promote Equity in Learning (PROPEL): PROPEL is a one-to-two-year paid post-baccalaureate research opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing careers in research.
  • UCSF-Stanford CERSI Scholars Program: The UCSF-Stanford Center of Excellence in Regulatory Science and Innovation (CERSI), a joint venture between the two Bay Area research institutions and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), offers funding for two to four scholars.
  • UCSF SOP Post Baccalaureate Program: The school’s post-baccalaureate program provides recent college graduates with the preparation needed to be competitive applicants for pharmacy programs across the country.
  • Bay Area Youth Science (BAYS) Program: The BAYS program, administered by the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, supports paid internships for rising junior- and senior-year high school students to work in UCSF research laboratories.

UCSF resources

Graduate Division

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.

Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination

Office of Ethics and Compliance

Student Mental Health and Wellbeing

  • Student Mental Health and Wellbeing is a resource for UCSF students navigating personal concerns, identifying options, reducing stress, and solving problems. SMHW offers confidential counseling and psychiatry services to registered students. Learn about mental health options. During business hours, students can also call 415-476-1281 to schedule an appointment. For after-hours support including weekends, press option 2 to speak with the consult line.

Faculty and Staff Assistance Program

  • UCSF offers confidential employee assistance services for personal and work-related issues through the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program. Support is offered for a wide range of issues including work-related stress, relationship/couple issues, family problems, depression, anxiety, or other emotional problems, grief and loss, alcohol, drug and other addictions, consultations and training services for faculty and staff management. FSAP can be reached at (415) 476-8279 or [email protected].

Office of the Ombuds

    • Office of the Ombuds serves as a confidential resource for all members of the UCSF community (faculty, non-faculty academics, staff, administrators, students, post-doctoral fellows and other trainees). The Ombuds will listen, help identify options, make inquiries and referrals as appropriate, and/or facilitate resolutions in an impartial manner. The Office of the Ombuds supplements and does not replace or substitute formal grievance processes made available by the University. Please call to schedule your Zoom, phone, or in-person appointment at (415) 502-9600.

    Care Advocate

    • Campus Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE) provides free, confidential support to any UCSF affiliate including students, staff, faculty, post-docs and researchers who have experienced interpersonal violence such as sexual assault, dating/intimate partner violence, sexual harassment, or stalking, or retaliation related to participation in an OPHD complaint resolution process. You may speak with the CARE advocate confidentially about your experiences and receive emotional support and resources. CARE can be reached at 415-502-8802 or [email protected].

    Support for Individuals with Disabilities

    • Disability Management Services assists employees with issues regarding their disability.
    • Student Disability Services serves, supports, and empowers UCSF students with disabilities by ensuring equitable access to fully and holistically participate in all areas of the university experience. Note: students seeking accommodations or disability support services at UCSF are required to register with SDS. The SDS office is located at 500 Parnassus Avenue, Millberry Union, room 100, SF, and can be reached at (415) 476-6595 or [email protected].

      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.