Diversity and Inclusion
At UB, chemistry doesn’t just happen in the lab—it happens in the community. We believe science works best when everyone has a seat at the table and feels empowered to speak up, collaborate and lead. We’re proud to be home to students, faculty and staff from around the world. The Department of Chemistry is a place where unique stories, perspectives and experiences aren’t just welcomed, they’re essential.
Our Commitment
The Department of Chemistry is a research- and education-focused community working toward a common goal: scientific excellence in a space that is safe, welcoming and inclusive for everyone.
We actively foster an environment where every voice matters—across race, ethnicity, nationality, color, gender identity, age, religion, language, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, socioeconomic background and more.
We are committed to:
- Creating an atmosphere of respect, curiosity and growth
- Supporting all members of our community, at every level
- Expanding the diversity of our students, faculty and staff
- Making inclusion a part of our decisions, policies and daily practice
- Rejecting all forms of discrimination, with zero tolerance for racism
We know this work is ongoing and essential to the future of our department and our discipline.
We foster an atmosphere where everyone is comfortable sharing ideas to grow professionally and personally, embracing and celebrating diversity, promoting equity and inclusion in a departmental community composed of undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, faculty, and staff. This is irrespective of their race, ethnicity, nationality, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, language, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or educational background.
We aim to be a diverse community that searches, acknowledges, and thinks deeply about understanding and working together, recognizing that diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values that enrich our chemistry community. We acknowledge that the Chemistry Department needs to significantly improve the number of underrepresented minority and female faculty, which are included as guiding principles in our departmental decisions, policies, and mission. Recognizing these principles, we are constantly working on new strategies to diversify our student body, faculty and staff to allow us to grow with shared experiences and common purpose to achieve a global scholarship.
The Department of Chemistry is truly global. The map below shows the hometowns of our students, postdocs, faculty and staff—each one bringing something valuable to the table.
Click on the map for a detailed view!
Here are members of the UB Department of Chemistry community who bring new ideas, perspectives and energy to our department.
Resources + Support
Diversity and inclusion at UB Chemistry aren’t just ideals—they’re backed by real people, real action and real resources. Whether you need academic guidance, community connections or a little help during a tough time, support is always within reach.
Campus Support Resources
We partner with university-wide offices committed to equity, inclusion and student success:
Student Support Services
You’re not alone. UB has resources to support you through it:
Get involved at UB?
Community is a big part of feeling supported—and UB has plenty of ways to connect, lead and grow outside the classroom.