Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
March 6, 2023
Students in UAMS Pathways Academy Gain Exposure to Health Professions
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) hosted high school students from Pathways Academy’s Pine Bluff and Little Rock programs for a day of hands-on learning opportunities provided by the UAMS College of Health Professions. Pathways Academy — part of UAMS’ Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion — is an educational and community engagement…
February 7, 2023
UAMS’ Health Career University Accepting Applications for Programs in Camden, Magnolia
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is now accepting applications for Health Career University programs in Camden and Magnolia. Health Career University encompasses a variety of high-tech, innovative programs that provide high school and undergraduate students from underrepresented minority groups with interactive exposure to…
Brian Gittens, Ed.D., MPA, Receives Diamond Award in Recognition of UAMS’ Diversity Efforts
LITTLE ROCK — Brian Gittens, Ed.D., MPA, vice chancellor of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DDEI), was honored by the Diamond Awards program in recognition of UAMS’ efforts to promote inclusivity and health equity. At a January gala in Atlanta, Gittens accepted the Diamond Award for…
February 3, 2023
UAMS Honors Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) hosted a virtual seminar to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and examine his efforts to eliminate health and economic disparities. The event, “Remembering Dr. King’s Other Dream: Economic Security and Health Equity,” was sponsored by the Diversity and Inclusion Engagement Subcommittee of the UAMS…
January 31, 2023
UAMS Accepting Applications from K-12 Students for Pathways Academy Summer Programs in Eight Cities
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is accepting applications for its Pathways Academy program for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Pathways Academy is an educational and community engagement program that focuses on preparing K-12 students for opportunities in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and…
January 5, 2023
UAMS’ Health Career University Accepting Applications for Programs in Little Rock, Pine Bluff
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is now accepting applications for Health Career University, a program for students interested in pursuing careers in health care or research. Health Career University provides high school and undergraduate students from underrepresented minority groups with exposure to health…
December 28, 2022
UAMS Panel Discusses Value of Mentorship for Underrepresented Minorities
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DDEI) hosted a virtual panel discussion that focused on the importance of mentorship for staff members from underrepresented minority groups. Sharanda Williams, assistant dean for student affairs and diversity in the UAMS College of Medicine, said mentors serve as guides to…
December 9, 2022
UAMS Hosts Panel Discussion on Experiences in Military Service
Four UAMS employees who served in the military or have close ties to service members shared their experiences during a virtual event hosted by the Veterans Subcommittee of the Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
November 23, 2022
UAMS Event Encourages Students in Delta to Pursue Health Careers
Students from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) gathered at Barton High School in Phillips County for an annual event that encourages high school students from the Arkansas Delta to pursue careers in health care. The Raising Exposure and Awareness of Careers in Health (REACH) session marked a return to in-person community outreach…
November 17, 2022
INSIGHT Into Diversity Magazine Names UAMS as Recipient of Health Professions HEED Award
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has again been chosen as a recipient of the Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. UAMS is among 63 recipients that will be featured in the magazine’s…
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