The Institute for Systems Genomics was founded in 2012 to capitalize on the emerging synergy among faculty engaged in genome-based research and training efforts from departments, schools and colleges across UConn campuses and our CT-based partner, the Jackson Laboratories for Genomic Medicine (JAX-GM). Training and outreach activities are a fundamental requirement for supporting inclusion and diversity and affecting change in traditional STEM paradigms.
As part of that effort, the Linda D. Strausbaugh Fellowship in Genetics and Genomics was established through a generous donation from Prof. Strausbaugh, a pioneer and leader in minority recruitment in both faculty and student populations at UConn. Prof. Strausbaugh stipulated that this fellowship is intended to support an increase in diversity in Genetics and Genomics by supporting graduate students who meet the following:
Priority consideration will be given to first generation college or graduate student and to students who: (1) have overcome obstacles such as socioeconomic or educational disadvantage; or (2) are members of groups that are underrepresented at the University of Connecticut; or (3) have experience living or working in diverse environments.
This fellowship account was depleted after the last round of fellowships were awarded in 2019.
As scientists and faculty that can affect change in support of engendering and encouraging diversity in science, I encourage you to consider a donation to this fellowship. Perhaps you will join us supporting this effort.
https://uconn.givecorps.com/causes/3058-linda-d-strausbaugh-fellowship-in-genetics-and-genomics
In solidarity,
Rachel J. O’Neill, PhD
Director, Institute for Systems Genomics
For more information, contact: Jessica at Jessica.Williamson@uconn.edu