Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We take pride in creating a welcoming environment for our diverse student body. By recognizing the importance of diversity in our student body, and creating an atmosphere which values equity and inclusion, our goal is to contribute to a workforce that is representative of the patients and communities that it serves. We believe that everyone plays a role in uncovering and eliminating health disparities and becoming more knowledgeable about different cultures and communities.

Meet the Assistant Dean for Student Diversity & Inclusion

Kristin Powell Reavis, MD

Assistant Professor of Family & Community Medicine
Residency Program Director; Assistant Dean for Student Diversity & Inclusion
KReavis@som.umaryland.edu

Dr. Reavis plays a role in enhancing and supporting the student body in issues related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. She advocates for increased diversity and cultural humility in the School of Medicine and recognizing the importance of the contributions of all members of our community, regardless of their background. She is available to discuss any student concerns about bias, discrimination, or exclusion. Dr. Reavis is a faculty member in the Department of Family and Community Medicine, where she serves as the Residency Director and the Director of Maternal Child Health.

Diversity and Inclusion at SOM

Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at UMB

Student Affinity Groups

• Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association
• Christian Medical Society
• Jewish Medical Student Association
• Latino Medical Student Association
• LGBTQIA+ Health Interest Group
• Muslim Student Association
• South Asian Medical Student Association
• Student National Medical Association
• Women in Medicine Interest Group
• White Coats 4 Black Lives

Additional Resources

• UMB Office of Accountability and Compliance (Title IX)
• UMB Hotline
• UMB Gender Neutral Bathrooms Map
• LGBTQ+ Community OUTlist
• Faith, Religious, and Spiritual Practices at UMB

Policy and Resources

• UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination 
• UMB Policy Concerning the Scheduling of Academic Assignments on Dates of Religious Observance

To request a faith-based or religious observances accommodation request for required attendance or a scheduled assessment, review the below policies and reach out to studentaffairs@som.umaryland.edu.

• SOM Attendance Participation Policy 
• SOM Examinations Policy 

Grievances may be directed to any SOM Office of Student Affairs Associate or Assistant Dean or reported directly to the UMB Hotline.