- The Materials Department is deeply committed to supporting a diverse graduate student cohort, and encourages and mentors students from all backgrounds to develop as scholars and professionals.
- The Department adheres to the University of California Diversity statement that underscores the importance of educating a diverse population.
- The Department is well aware that diverse research teams innovate and solve problems effectively. The Department actively works with the UCSB Graduate Division to promote diversity through a variety of programs on campus.