Johns Hopkins University has again been recognized for outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion by Insight Into Diversity magazine, earning the publication's annual Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award for the fourth consecutive year.
The university will be featured among 114 HEED Award recipients in the November/December issue of Insight Into Diversity, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. Additionally, the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing received a HEED Award in the health professions category for the seventh year in a row.
"Winning the 2024 HEED Award is a tremendous honor and testament to Johns Hopkins University's steadfast dedication to creating a truly inclusive environment where everyone belongs," said Katrina Caldwell, JHU's vice provost for diversity and inclusion and chief diversity officer. "At the heart of our efforts is the belief that building a pluralistic community—where every individual feels valued, heard, and included—is essential to achieving academic excellence. This honor motivates us to continue advancing this critical work and deepening our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion."
JHU was honored for its ongoing and varied efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive culture by following through on plans laid out in the university's Second Roadmap on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Notable accomplishments in the past year include:
- Establishing the Staff Advisory Council
- Establishing the Student Advisory Council
- Completing the university's first Pay Equity Report
- Conducting and sharing the results of JHU's first campus climate study
- Hiring the inaugural Director of Disability, Culture, and Inclusion
- Hiring the inaugural Executive Director for Faculty Diversity
Hopkins Nursing was recognized for its diverse and inclusive environment, with 48% of students and nearly one-third of faculty identifying as members of underrepresented racial or ethnic groups. In addition, the school has established dedicated engagement groups, including a mentorship program for men in nursing and an interprofessional group for international students. These groups, led by historically underrepresented and FLI (first-generation and/or low-income) students, provide a platform for building community, fostering cultural pride, and creating spaces where students can connect, share experiences, and amplify their voices.
"Our students, faculty, and staff bring a vibrant array of backgrounds and perspectives, creating an inclusively rigorous environment that strengthens the future of a diverse nursing profession," School of Nursing Dean Sarah Szanton said. "Diversity in nursing education equips future nurses with the cultural humility needed to address health disparities and provide equitable care in an increasingly globalized healthcare landscape."
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