Academic and Community Engagement
We strive to ensure that the Institute of Bioinformatics is an inclusive and welcoming environment that facilitates the success of all students, faculty, staff, collaborators, and partners.
Our people, programs, and purpose are in alignment with the University of Georgia’s Office of Academic and Community Engagement (ACE).
We are Many People, but One Community.
The Institute of Bioinformatics includes not just expertise in proteins and nucleic acids, but also a broad range of applications in computational biology. Thus, the range of expertise and community members includes many different skill sets and backgrounds.
If you have an interest in computational biology, we welcome you to join our community.
UGA Communities
o Center for Global and Cultural Student Engagement and Cultural Student Engagement
o The UGA Involvement Network, including cultural & community organizations like:
- ASL Dawgs (sign language)
- Black Affairs Council
- Hispanic Student Association
- South Asian Student Association
- And many others
o University Religious Life Association (links to individual faith-based organizations)
National Professional Societies & Affinity Groups
o American Indian Science and Engineering Society
o Association for Women in Science
o Black Women in Computational Biology
o Georgia Association for Women in Higher Education
o Latinos in Science and Engineering
o Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanic and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)
o Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers
o Society of STEM Women of Color
How to Report Problems at UGA
o Accessibility and Testing – UGA office for students with disabilities or who otherwise need accessibility accommodations. Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and promoting a welcoming environment at UGA for students with disabilities.
o Equal Opportunity Office – UGA office that facilitates getting information and training to people in need. Covers a wide variety of topics.
o NDAH and Sexual Misconduct Complaint Form – Form to report incidents of (1) sexual misconduct, or (2) discrimination based on legally protected categories (race, sex, age, gender, religion, etc.)
- Reports regarding behavior outside these categories can be sent to the Student Conduct Office (for student behavior) or Human Resources (for UGA employee behavior)
o Ombudspersons – Designated people to ensure that all procedures are followed and fair. Ombudspersons are meant to be neutral third parties.
o Student Complaint Portal – Portal for students to make specific complaints to the university administration, including about sexual violence, harassment/discrimination, and other items.