The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is committed to diversity and inclusion across a broad spectrum of characteristics and issues. The Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion supports student success and welfare through a variety of programs and services.
Student Support
The Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion offers student support such as academic counseling, peer tutorial services, professional networking, a physician partners mentor program, emergency fund, and various other resources to assist students and enhance your medical school experience.
DEI Programs
The Office of Diversity Programs invites participation in pre-medical enrichment, visiting clerkships, and a visiting elective scholarship program
Events
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion maintains a robust events calendar with programs which foster an inclusive environment for students, trainees, and faculty within the health professions schools at Pitt.
Affinity Groups and University Resources
Student groups within the School of Medicine and the University of Pittsburgh more broadly represent a myriad of communities. The UPSOM Student Executive Council maintains a student group directory for medical students. Examples include the Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA), Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA), Medical Student Ptive Alliance (MSPA), and South Asian Medical Student Association (SAMSA). The Office for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion lists community groups and equity initiatives, such as the Chinese Affinity Group (CAG), Equipoise African/Black Affinity Group, Pitt Queer Professionals (PQP), Pitt Muslim Affinity Group, and Pitt Disability Community.