Diversity and Inclusion | UAMS Graduate Medical Education

UAMS Diversity Statistics

Infographic shows 2022 GME Program Gender Totals: 54% Male, 46% Female

Infographic shows the 2022 program totals for Race/Ethnicity. 66% White, 23% Asian, 4% Multiracial, 3% Hispanic/Latino, 3% Black/African American, 0.6% American Indian/Alaskan Native, 0.3% Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

Infographic shows a map of where our current 2022 residents hold citizenship. United States 570, Egypt 6, Pakistan 12, Canada 13, China 2, India 52, Saudi Arabia 2, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya 1, Australia 1, Argentina 2, Mexico 1, Nigeria 2, Bangladesh 1, Jordan 9, Brazil 1, Russian Federation 3, Yemen 1, Sudan 1, Iraq 2, Cyprus 1, Italy 2, Islamic Republic Of Iran 3, Turkey 4, Occupied Palestinian Territory 1, Lebanon 1, Venezuela 1, Viet Nam 1, Peru 1, Ukraine 1, and Indonesia 1

DDEI GME Subcommittee Charge

The UAMS GME office is committed to diversification of our healthcare workforce to achieve health equity and to create an inclusive clinical learning environment that reflects cultural humility & a culture of belonging for current & perspective trainees & patients served.

Vist the DDEI GME Subcommitte page to Learn More

DDEI GME Event

Are you from a group underrepresented in medicine and interested in applying to a residency program at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences? Join us for a virtual open house to learn about living and completing residency in Arkansas. Meet with current trainees, faculty and leaders in DEI.

UAMS Division for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The mission of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is to intentionally advance and leverage diversity, equity and inclusion to drive UAMS’ mission and the 2029 Strategic Plan to improve the health, health care and wellbeing of Arkansans and of others in the region, nation and world.

Vist the UAMS DDEI page to Learn More about UAMS efforts

In the News

Scholars take part in an academic session for Pathways Academy.

UAMS Accepting Applications from K-12 Students for Pathways Academy Summer Programs in Eight Cities

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is accepting applications for its Pathways Academy program for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Pathways Academy is an educational and community engagement program that focuses on preparing K-12 students for opportunities in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and…

A student in the Health Career University program receives help with his work in a UAMS laboratory.

UAMS’ Health Career University Accepting Applications for Programs in Little Rock, Pine Bluff

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is now accepting applications for Health Career University, a program for students interested in pursuing careers in health care or research. Health Career University provides high school and undergraduate students from underrepresented minority groups with exposure to health…

Nicholas Pettus, manager of diverse student recruitment in the UAMS Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, speaks during the Bridge Builders mentorship event.

UAMS Panel Discusses Value of Mentorship for Underrepresented Minorities

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DDEI) hosted a virtual panel discussion that focused on the importance of mentorship for staff members from underrepresented minority groups. Sharanda Williams, assistant dean for student affairs and diversity in the UAMS College of Medicine, said mentors serve as guides to…

David Williams, assistant registrar for veterans' services, describes his experiences from 13 years of service in the Marine Corps.

UAMS Hosts Panel Discussion on Experiences in Military Service

Four UAMS employees who served in the military or have close ties to service members shared their experiences during a virtual event hosted by the Veterans Subcommittee of the Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

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