Community in Diversity at BGE
Biomedical Graduate Education welcomes scholars of all backgrounds, and our programs aim to advance opportunity for all in academia and in biomedical professions. We are making a variety of efforts to overcome structural barriers and support marginalized graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
Of BGE students who enrolled in 2022-23…
BGE Programs Advancing Community in Diversity
Hoyas for Science Scholarship
Merit scholarship supporting diversity of experiences and perspectives at BGE
One Step Ahead Mentoring
Master’s students learning from medical and Ph.D. students
Meet the Hoyas Scholars
Past Hoyas for Science Scholarship recipients share their academic and professional inspirations, challenges and goals.
Resources
Many of BGE’s resources for current students can help students to overcome inequities and build community with their peers.
Student Groups
Join the Medical Center Graduate Student Organization, Graduate Student Government, Women in Science and Education and more.
Accessibility Resources
Request academic accommodations, get assistance with physical or digital accessibility, and find community across Georgetown University.
Bias Reporting
Report a possible bias-related incident. Georgetown University tracks and reviews bias-related incidents against the Code of Student Conduct.
International Students
Learn about BGE’s global community and find resources and frequently asked questions on our International Students page. The Georgetown University Office of Global Services (OGS) offers further guidance.
Military-Connected Students
Support for military-connected BGE students includes funding opportunities and assistance. You may also use the services of the Georgetown University Military and Veterans’ Resource Center.
Undocumented Students
Georgetown University’s Undocumented Student Resources website provides information and guidance on financial and legal aid, career education, campus and community organizations, and other on‑campus and off‑campus supports.
Descendant Students
Georgetown University engages with Descendants – people whose ancestors were enslaved on Maryland Jesuit plantations. Explore the Reconciliation Fund for community-based projects, in keeping with our reflection on slavery, memory, and reconciliation.
Georgetown University Centers and Offices
Learn More
Visit Georgetown University Medical Center’s Anti-Racism & Racial Justice page for more information about university projects and groups supporting our community.