About

Genome Sciences Association for the Inclusion of Minority Students (GSAIMS) is a group of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars interested in expanding the spaces and support for underrepresented minorities (URM)* in the Department of Genome Sciences at the University of Washington. We aim to provide peer support, mentorship, and guidance to aid individuals as they transition and navigate through their graduate and professional careers. We seek to provide opportunities for students to participate in events that will allow for inclusive and intersectional dialogue for all participants. GSAIMS aspires to provide a closer connection to more diverse student organizations within UW and outreach opportunities in Seattle.

*Here, we define underrepresented minorities as racial and ethnic minorities, first-generation college/grad students, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, financially disadvantaged individuals, and persons with disabilities.

Programs include:

Meetings with URM and female seminar speakers
First-year mentorship and orientation activities
Social events year-round
Identity and discussion centered programming
Collaborations with UW organizations such as SACNAS, GO-MAP, etc.
Support during recruitment activities/URM conference recruitment
Providing safe spaces for discussion during community times of need

Our Mission

Our Vision

We aim to invite URM seminar speakers to have discussions with students about their research and career trajectories. Additionally, we are interested in organizing a STEM diversity symposium and providing networking opportunities for URM students interested in careers outside of academia.