Print this pageToday's workplace is increasingly global. Today's professionals need experience in relating to a wide variety of individuals from all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life. It's not enough just to have technical skills in your job. You also need to be aware of issues that could impede communication and collaboration among diverse individuals and be able to help find solutions.
The DiversiKey Certificate program is a student-driven program designed to provide Purdue students with experience and growth in diversity and leadership. It's a formal program at Purdue, and the certificate will appear on your transcripts. By attending this program, you'll show prospective employers that you have made a serious commitment to understanding diversity-related issues. You will also grow in your awareness and understanding, helping you to deal with daily relationships with a wide variety of people.
In short, you'll get the chance to gain the skills to work with almost anyone, anywhere, successfully. And your future employers are going to pay attention to that.