Diversity and Excellence in Physics
(2/2/2011) 72 minutes
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The field of physics gains when we broaden participation to recruit, retain, mentor, and advance people from underrepresented groups. Women and underrepresented minorities are the majority of the US population but a small fraction of physicists. Broadening the talent pool in physics increases the available talent. As the US population becomes more diverse, physics departments must evolve to avoid the erosion of societal interest and support. Attention to these concerns can greatly improve the vitality and success of a physics department. This talk will discuss the successful efforts made to improve both diversity and excellence at MIT.

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