The core values of the Marine Robotics & Remote Sensing (MaRRS) Lab focus on building an inclusive community with a diversity of perspectives that help achieve optimal educational and scientific outcomes while engaging the broadest audience possible. Every member of our lab embraces these core values and shares the responsibility to uphold them.
As a lab, we are committed to:
- building a more diverse and inclusive lab community
- actively promoting an anti-racist environment both within our lab and across the wider academic community
- working within our local and regional communities to elevate opportunities for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to pursue higher education at all levels
MaRRS Lab Code of Conduct
Each member of our lab commits to a Code of Conduct, and we expect the same of our colleagues and collaborators. Adhering to these principles fosters strong and long-lasting partnerships beneficial to all.
No tolerance for prejudice – We do not condone bigotry of any type, including (but not limited to) racism, sexism, religious hostility, homophobic and transphobic behavior. The MaRRs Lab is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment without regard to age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), national or ethnic origin, race, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, political belief, citizenship, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Such actions will result in a formal reporting to the appropriate administrative group and may result in expulsion from the lab or a cessation of future collaborative activities.
Scientific integrity – We conduct and advocate for good science, driven by academic integrity, personal honesty and constant consideration for our colleagues and collaborators across all stages of their careers.
Communication is key – We believe the success of all academic relationships is rooted in clear expectations and open dialogue. We strive to uphold a culture and climate that fosters trust and encourages honest and respectful communication between all members and our associates.
Collaboration is critical – We believe that science benefits from diverse perspectives and skills gained through collaboration, both internal and external to the lab. We welcome members and collaborators from all backgrounds and, acknowledging the finite scope of our small lab group, we encourage and support engagement with collaborators and mentors from other backgrounds and affiliations.