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Perspectives on the Minority Experience

Perspectives on the Minority Experience. Shadia Oshodi BME-IDEA September 26 th , 2007. Affirming Experiences in the Classroom and Beyond. In the classroom Out of the classroom On the job Affinity groups Entrepreneurship Benefits of Diversity. In The Classroom.

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Perspectives on the Minority Experience

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  1. Perspectives on the Minority Experience Shadia Oshodi BME-IDEA September 26th, 2007

  2. Affirming Experiences in the Classroom and Beyond • In the classroom • Out of the classroom • On the job • Affinity groups • Entrepreneurship • Benefits of Diversity

  3. In The Classroom • Duke BME, Certificate in Markets and Management: Entrepreneurship, ‘04 • Projects cultivate interest • Different channel for students to excel • Real life application explored • Experience working with teams • Build confidence in applying concepts

  4. Out of the classroom • Diversity groups and engineering clubs • Provides support • Creates a connection with wider range of people • Strengthens interest in engineering • Fosters sense of inclusion • Research experience • Builds confidence • Enlivens theory • Creates connections • Fosters an inquisitive mind

  5. Outside of the Classroom • Informal mentorships • Build relationships with professors • Provide support and inspiration • Internships • Pique interest in subject matter • Explore post-graduate opportunities • Provide hands-on application

  6. On the Job - Genentech Inc. • Operations Rotational Development Program (2004-06) • 4 6 month Rotations throughout Operations • Certificate in “Product Creation and Innovative Manufacturing” through Stanford University • Early Stage Cell Culture Process Development (2006 - present) • Design cell culture processes for support of pre-clinical - Phase II development • Technology & Process Platform Development #2 Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work For” 2007

  7. On the Job - Genentech Inc. • Rotational Development programs • Experience working with diverse groups valued • Ability to quickly learn and contribute key • Building relationships is fundamental • Formal Mentoring • Guidance in transition to “Real World” • Insight into career opportunities • Creates a comfort zone

  8. Corporate Affinity Groups • Getting plugged in • Members work throughout the company • Community connections • Networking and professional development • Support and mentoring • Leadership Opportunities • Serving in an organization • Interacting with corporate executives

  9. Entrepreneurship - Moxy Magazine • Founded by 4 YPW women • Creating a relevant environment for YPWs • Unmet niche in marketplace • Unique perspectives key • Outlet and resource

  10. Benefits of Diversity in the BME Experience • Understanding your audience and client • Design • Presentation • Working collaboratively, and cross functionally • From technician to VP, Quality to Marketing • Adapting to your environment

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