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Values & expectations

The UW Department of Chemical Engineering is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive and accessible environment and experience for all members of the UW ChemE community.

We expect all department members to uphold the American Institute of Chemical Engineers Code of Ethics. In addition, the department embraces the AIChE Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement.

Members of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers shall uphold and advance the integrity, honor and dignity of the engineering profession by: being honest and impartial and serving with fidelity their employers, their clients, and the public; striving to increase the competence and prestige of the engineering profession; and using their knowledge and skill for the enhancement of human welfare.

AIChE believes that all who wish to be a part of the chemical engineering community should have equal opportunity to pursue and achieve success. We work toward a better future for all —through our technical expertise; through how we inspire, engage, retain, and advance future talent; and through how we treat each other within and beyond the profession. Solutions to 21st century problems require innovation and creativity, which are accelerated through diverse teams and by ensuring that spaces are inclusive.

DEIA feedback

Please use this anonymous form to share your ideas with the DEIA committee.

SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS!

Please note: The DEIA feedback form is not to be used for incident reporting. If you witnessed or experienced an incident of discrimination, harassment or misconduct, please follow the steps outlined here by the College of Engineering to make a report.

Incident reporting and resources

Addendum

Online and virtual activities

In addition to abiding by the AIChE Code of Ethics and above code of conduct for all department events and activities, for all online and virtual activities, participants will only unmute or ask questions during the allotted times for Q&A, breakout rooms, or other sessions where appropriate.

This Code of Conduct was adapted from the University of Washington Libraries code of conduct. Updated July 28, 2020.