Inclusive Excellence at the Fulton Schools

The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering is creating an environment in which everyone is welcomed, valued and included as their full, authentic selves.

Inclusive Excellence

The Fulton Schools of Engineering, in alignment with ASU’s charter, is committed to creating an inclusively excellent environment in which we measure our success by whom we include and how they succeed.

As engineers and technologists, part of our mission is to create solutions to advance society and address existing problems.

During all phases of the related design processes, a consistent focus on inclusive excellence is critical to ensuring the applicability of our solutions to as many people as possible.

Our values

One of the ways we support our Inclusive Excellence practices is through living our values.

Cultivate excellence

Deliver innovation that matters.

Encourage bold thinking.

Foster a community of learning and
collaboration.

Build a foundation for all to be
successful.

Contribute to a culture and environment that supports healthy growth in yourself and others; create positive impact through high quality contributions to the Fulton Schools, ASU, and beyond.

Produce solutions that demonstrably create a greater value or overcome an existing challenge.

Contribute to a culture and environment that supports risk taking (i.e., doing something when you aren’t sure what the outcome will be) and acknowledges it as part of the process of delivering innovation that matters.
Cultivate an environment where individuals come together to share knowledge, enhance skills, and leverage resources for mutual growth and development.
Foster a culture and environment in which all members of the Fulton Schools community have access to educational and professional opportunities, feel included and belonged, and have the support they need to achieve their full potential.
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Advancing inclusive excellence in engineering

The Fulton Schools has demonstrated its commitment to inclusive excellence through a variety of activities, including resources for teaching and student support, research opportunities and community outreach and engagement.

M360 Faculty Mentorship

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Fulton faculty mentorship

The M360 Faculty Mentorship program provides Fulton Schools faculty with support to positively impact their productivity, well-being, and sense of belonging.

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Inclusive Excellence Faculty Advisory Committee (IFAC)

See how faculty at the Fulton Schools are continuing to pursue a more diverse engineering program with the Inclusive Excellence Faculty Advisory Council, or IFAC.

ASU is a Hispanic-Serving Institution

The U.S. Department of Education has named ASU as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, or HSI. This recognition reflects ASU’s efforts to more holistically serve its Hispanic community through financial and academic support programs for current ASU students, K–12 outreach programs, and resources for the broader community.

Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services

ASU Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services, or SAILS, is the central campus resource for students with disabilities to ensure access to their education and help increase awareness in the university community.

On the SAILS website, students can register for accommodations, faculty can access their instructional portal, and have FAQs answered.

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Additional resources

  • Sun Devil C.O.D.E. workshops are designed to increase understanding and awareness of issues facing the 2SLGBTQIA community.
  • The Council of Religious Advisors is comprised of campus ministries and faith-based organizations that represent a diverse variety of faiths, traditions, and beliefs.
  • DREAMzone is a resource for the Arizona State University community in support of our undocumented, DACA, and students with families of mixed immigration status.
  • Resources for faculty related to Teaching, Research and Service
  • See the welcoming organizations for ASU faculty, staff and students

Fulton Schools Identity-Serving Student Organizations

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American Indian Science and Engineering Society

The American Indian Science and Engineering Society Arizona State University Chapter is dedicated to supporting American Indians, Alaskan Natives, Hawaiian, and First Nation Indigenous People with their academic and career goals to substantially increase the representation in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

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National Society of Black Engineers

Our mission is “to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.”

Out in STEM (oSTEM)

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (oSTEM) is a national society dedicated to educating and fostering leadership for LGBTQIA communities in the STEM fields. The national society has been built by students, for students.

Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE) booth.

Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE)

SASE is dedicated to the advancement of Asian heritage scientists and engineers in education and employment so that they can achieve their full career potential. In addition to professional development, SASE also encourages members to contribute to the enhancement of the communities in which they live.

Women of Aeronautics and Astronautics (WoAA)

We are a group of like minded individuals looking to help women of any major at ASU find a community and make professional connections in the aerospace industry.

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Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

The purpose of SHPE de ASU is to bring a sense of community to the Hispanic engineering students at Arizona State. We also seek to increase the number of Hispanics graduating with STEM degrees. We provide a network system which encourages students to persist and become role models in the Hispanic community.

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Society of Women Engineers/Graduate Society of Women Engineers (SWE/GradSWE)

Our goal is to motivate women to achieve their full potential in careers as engineers and leaders, expand the image of the engineering profession as a positive force in improving the quality of life, and demonstrate the value of diversity.

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Women in Aviation International (WAI)

Women in Aviation International is an organization bringing together women and men in the aviation community at ASU to develop professionalism and network within the industry. Our student organization is a nationally recognized chapter (Arizona State University Chapter) of Women in Aviation International.

Women in Computer Science

Women in Computer Science (WiCS)

Women in Computer Science (WiCS) is an organization dedicated to promoting diversity in engineering, particularly with women in computing. WiCS acts as a support network and resource for women in technology by providing many social, academic, professional development, community outreach, and networking opportunities.

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Women in Science and Engineering (WISE)

WISE is a premier leadership development program for women pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, entrepreneurship, mathematics, medicine, and management. Open to students of any major and gender, we help those who are pursuing STEM careers through mutual social support, community outreach, and career and leadership development.

Contact us

Jennifer Bekki

Jennifer M. Bekki

Associate Dean of Inclusive Excellence
& Associate Professor
[email protected]

Ashley Anderson

Ashley Anderson

Associate Director
People and Talent
[email protected]

Tiffany Lehn

Tiffany Lehn

Associate Director
Strategic Initiatives
[email protected]

Indigenous land acknowledgement

Arizona State University acknowledges the twenty-three Native Nations that have inhabited this land for centuries. ASU’s four campuses are located in the Salt River Valley on ancestral territories of Indigenous peoples, including the Akimel O’odham (Pima) and Pee Posh (Maricopa) Indian Communities, whose care and keeping of these lands allows us to be here today.

ASU acknowledges the sovereignty of these nations and seeks to foster an environment of success and possibility for Native American students and patrons. ASU welcomes members of the Akimel O’odham and Pee Posh, and all Native nations to ASU.