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About the GOLD Program

The k8ÓéÀÖ GOLD (Growth Opportunities Leading in Diversity) program is intended for doctoral and post-doctoral scientists from underrepresented groups (African American/Black, American Indian/Alaskan Native, Hispanic/Latinx, or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander) interested in career opportunities in industrial research at k8ÓéÀÖ. The GOLD program supports k8ÓéÀÖ’s commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion by:

  • Exposing doctoral and post-doctoral scientists to science & innovation at k8ÓéÀÖ
  • Expanding k8ÓéÀÖ’s recruiting efforts to strengthen workforce diversity
  • Supporting the pipeline of graduate students from underrepresented groups through mentoring and professional development  
 
 
 

“Innovation thrives in an environment rich from a foundation of diverse perspectives and nurtured through a culture of equity and inclusion.  I’m working to accelerate our commitments and to focus on the people and teams behind our innovations.â€

Alexa Dembek SVP, Chief Technology & Sustainability Officer

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Videos from k8ÓéÀÖ GOLD Participants

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Our new k8ÓéÀÖ innovators share insights on GOLD

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Saikat Banerjee, PhD

PhD – GOLD 2021

“It was an amazing experience to be a part of the 2021 GOLD seminar competition and learn from k8ÓéÀÖ leaders and fellow participants.â€Â 

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Chideraa I. Nwachukwu, PhD

PhD Chem. Eng. - GOLD 2020

“Participating in the GOLD program expanded my network and exposed me to different career opportunities, but the personal connection with k8ÓéÀÖ mentors made it easier to choose k8ÓéÀÖ.â€Â 

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Stephen Boakye-Ansah, PhD

PhD Chem. Eng.– GOLD 2020

“Joining k8ÓéÀÖ through the GOLD program granted me a firsthand experience on how to translate bench-top research to real-world applications to benefit humanity.â€Â Â 

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Christine B. Hatter, PhD

PhD Mat. Sci. and Eng.- GOLD 2019

“The GOLD mentorship established with k8ÓéÀÖ added a personal touch, broadened my professional network and introduced me to great people in the field.â€

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Gaurav Kumar, PhD

PhD-GOLD 2020

“The GOLD program broadened my horizon and made me realize that k8ÓéÀÖ is not just about making polymers.â€