BRIDGES TO THE DOCTORATE

A partnership between IUPUI  and Jackson State University

"If we agree that preparing students for active participation in a democracy means that they be encouraged to ask questions, seek knowledge from those with whom they disagree, and take part in open and honest debate, the importance of having diversity among the participants in the classroom, research lab, or clinical practice settings is self-evident. If we agree that the ability to learn from and use diverse perspectives is instrumental to constructive problem solving, then we must create a classroom environment that encourages interaction among individuals of diverse backgrounds.”
(IUPUI State of Diversity, January 19, 2004)

Charles R. Bantz, Chancellor, IUPUI

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Adam Herbert, President, Indiana University

Our mission is not only to help our students refine their intellects, but also to touch their hearts and souls. We encourage them to examine their values and develop an ethical framework that will guide them throughout their lives. We stress the importance of their becoming not merely 'residents' but 'citizens' of the communities they call home. This must continue to be the defining characteristic of an Indiana University education."

William M. Plater, Dean of Faculty and
Executive Vice Chancellor, IUPUI

“Collaboration between research universities such as IUPUI and colleges that serve historically under-represented populations such as Jackson State holds great promise and we are eager to work toward a shared goal of minority student success in medical science…Given the urgent need to attract more African Americans to the health sciences, we look forward to developing a relationship  that will last  form many years.”