SLAC hosted two faculty members from institutions historically underrepresented in the research community via the Visiting Faculty Program.

For the 9th year in a row, the CORE Science Institute brought underrepresented youth to the lab for a weeklong summer science program that engages students in hands-on projects and cultivates a sense of belonging in science and engineering.

The program was among those honored with a 2024 Stanford President’s Award for Excellence Through Diversity.

Two determined fellows share their thoughts on representation, mentorship and staying true to themselves in STEM.

Three SAGE alumni talk about their experiences with a program meant to broaden gender diversity in STEM.

Two GEM Fellows reflect on their summer internships at SLAC and share their thoughts on representation and mentorship.

The process, which also facilitates name changes for religious, marital and other reasons, allows researchers of all genders to own their academic work by updating their names on previous publications.

She toured the lab’s powerful X-ray laser, looked at the construction of the world’s largest digital camera, and discussed climate research, industries of the future, and diversity, equity and inclusion in the sciences.

Online educational programs offer new possibilities.

An award-winning mentor and networking guru, Al Ashley has placed thousands of underrepresented minority students in science and engineering summer research programs.