Northern Illinois University
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (“the Department” hereafter) honors the experiences, perspectives, and unique identity of all members and affiliated students. Together, the Department strives to generate and maintain a working and learning environment that is inclusive and welcoming, so that all members of our community have a sense of belonging and are celebrated and valued. It is a core principle of the Department that inclusivity benefits and enriches the academic and career development of our entire community: students, staff, and faculty. We, as a Department, acknowledge that:

• Belonging and inclusivity augments our talent pool and leverages different perspectives and skillsets, both of which are crucial for our Department’s success.
• Awareness of belonging and inclusivity equips our faculty, staff and students to fully engage the world, foresee challenges and deliver better solutions.
• Belonging and inclusivity promote a culture in which individuals feel respected and that their experiences, endeavors and contributions are valued. This results in a working environment that is healthier, supportive and more productive.

NIU celebrates Huskies of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual identities, perspectives, methods, abilities, religious beliefs, immigration status, language abilities, nationalities, lived experiences, ages, socio-economic backgrounds, military status and political ideologies. Find more information about belonging and inclusivity.