Diversity among students and faculty is a top priority for the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences and the Office of Educational Equity takes an active role in promoting respect and embracing diversity in the college. Below are links to helpful resources.
By fostering an environment that values diversity, we hope to help all people find a place in our college. We highly recommend these important references:
- All In at Penn State: A Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
- Penn State Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusive Excellence
- Fostering and Embracing a Diverse World—Strategic Plan 2016-2020
Ally Resources
The college offers resources and opportunities for all members of our community to learn about how to be a better Ally to underrepresented/underserved groups and diversity in general.
Visit Active Ally Resources to learn more >>
Bystander Intervention
During the fall of 2019, the college partnered with Penn State’s Stand For State program to offer lively, scenario-based, facilitated discussions focusing on fostering more inclusive working and learning environments with the Bystander Intervention approach.
To learn more, visit the Bystander Intervention webpage >>
Getting Help or Assistance
Penn State offers numerous resources specifically for underrepresented students seeking assistance with a variety of concerns. We also encourage you to contact staff in our Office for the Associate Dean for Educational Equity, who can work with you and may be able to point you to additional resources.
- University Police — Report a Crime
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
501 Student Health Center
814-863-0395- CAPS- Crisis Services (24/7): Penn State Crisis Line
Telephone: 1-877-229-6400
Text Line: “LIONS” to 741741
- CAPS- Crisis Services (24/7): Penn State Crisis Line
- Victim & Survivor Support & Advocacy
204 Boucke Building
814-863-2027 - Vice Provost for Educational Equity (EE)
304 Old Main
814-865-5906 - EMS Human Resources
116 Deike Building - Office of Equal Opportunity and Access
328 Boucke - 814-863-0471
- Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
866-799-2728 - Gender Equity Center
204 Boucke Building
814-863-2027 - Office of Sexual Misconduct Prevention & Response
222 Boucke Building
814-867-0099 - LGBTQA Student Resource Center
101 Boucke Building
814-863-1248 - University Health Services
Student Health Center
814-863-0774 - Paul Robertson Cultural Center
21 HUB-Robeson Center
814-865-3776 - Centre County Women’s Resource Center
140 W Nittany Ave, State College, PA 16801
877-234-5050