Diverse Identities & Affinity Groups
While not meant to be a complete list, this page compiles numerous student supports available to all students, including those from diverse identities and affinity groups. These resources help you build a community of support and more easily navigate career and specialty exploration during your medical school journey.
Resources for All Students
Career Exploration & Networking
Residents in Medicine Directory (RIM)
Residents in Medicine Directory (RIM) allows you to connect with UWSOM alumni who are current residents in your specialty(ies) of interest. All clinical students have access to RIM. Meet with your Career Advisor if you are a foundations student who would like access. Be mindful and respectful of residents’ time. This is confidential information. Do not share RIM information with anyone outside of UWSOM.
Engage During Medical School
Join a UWSOM student affinity group/student organization
There are offerings at every foundation site, and some groups have a WWAMI-wide virtual presence and do not exist at any one site.
UW Medicine Office of Healthcare Equity
Pathways offered through the Office of Healthcare Equity
Student Services
Resources for BIPOC Students
Networking
BIPOC Physicians Directory is a private, secured database of physicians nationwide (as well as from UW), who can serve as points of contact for UWSOM BIPOC student questions on specialties, residency programs, and regions. The Directory provides a safe avenue for students to connect with BIPOC physicians with identities similar to their own. This is not a mentorship directory or program. We thank former students Drs. Ashley Williams, L’Oreal Kennedy, and Bisu Asmerom, for their vision and collaboration with Career Advising and the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, in creating this directory.
Students: Request Access to BIPOC Physician Directory by completing the Student Use Form
Completing the BIPOC Physicians Directory Student Use Form gives UWSOM students direct access to the Directory and takes just a minute. Additionally, your input in the optional 5-minute Questionnaire will assist UWSOM Career Advising in researching the tool’s utility and value, so your input is appreciated.
Physicians: Sign up to be listed in the BIPOC Physician Directory
Resources for LGBTQ+ Students
Networking Resources
Husky Pride OutList: A published list of LGBTQ+ faculty, staff, and trainees
UW Department of Internal Medicine OutList
Additional Resources
UW Medicine Transgender & Gender Non-Binary Health Program Resources
Resources for Students with Disabilities
UW Disability Resources for Students (DRS)
If you have a condition for which accommodations might be appropriate, please consult with the UW DRS office. All accommodations are processed through UW DRS, irrespective of your local foundations site.
Resources for Undocumented Students (DACA)
Helping connect undocumented students with allies across the UW campus who can provide additional support and resources. Administered by the Leadership Without Borders office.
UW Leadership Without Borders Office (LWB)
LWB works to serve and empower undocumented students at the University of Washington. LWB offers leadership development resources, college success navigators, the Husky Lending Library, a space for community building, and connections to other campus and community resources. We also welcome allies who want to help further our mission.
Promoting education and healthcare access for immigrant communities. Follow along on their social media for the most current info.
Information & resources for undocumented students, families, and allies