Join our presentation and panel discussion on unconscious bias and why it matters in STEM and Engineering at AIChE Annual.
Program
November 8th, 8:00 - 10:30 AM EST
Welcome & Introduction
Dr. Sindia Rivera-Jimenez, Lecturer, Department of Engineering Education and Affiliate Faculty, Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Florida
Eric Bell, EDI Consultant, AIChE
Presentation
Overview of research and its applicability in workplaces, academia, and communities
- Engineering data sets
- Demographic trends
Define key Diversity, Equity and Inclusion terms
- Develop deeper understanding of the intersection of diversity, equity and inclusion
- What is Unconscious Bias?
- How does it impact interactions in the workplace and academic environments
- Learn techniques to avoid common pitfalls and strategies to lessen frequency
Summation and Q&A
Panel Discussion, Courageous Conversations
A practical discussion on diversity in professional settings featuring experiences from industry and academia.
- Caryn Heldt, Director of the Health Research Institute, Michigan Technological University
- Amanda Scalza, Manager, Global Sourcing Strategy, SC Johnson
Audience Q&A
Program Conclusion
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