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Pathways and Opportunities in Tech: A Look Back at the Coding Black Female Event at DMU

Last Wednesday, we had the pleasure of hosting Pathways and Opportunities in Tech at DMU, delivered by the brilliant team at Coding Black Females. The event offered an inspiring glimpse into the tech industry, featuring a dynamic panel of professionals, including a DMU alumna (Seun Komolafe), who shared their journeys, challenges, and successes.

Celebrating Women at DMU: International Women’s Day 2025

International Women’s Day is just around the corner, and DMU’s Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Team is organising a series of inspiring events across campus. This year’s celebrations focus on recognising and uplifting women across various fields and experiences, fostering an inclusive environment for all.

DMU Pride 2025

DMU Pride is returning for an eleventh year, with an exciting month of vibrant events taking place to mark LGBTQ+ History Month. Running from Thursday 30 January to Thursday 6 March, the in-person and online events are designed to raise awareness and celebrate the achievements of the LGBTQ+ community.

CEMPower: A Look Back at Our Events

As we step into the festive season, there’s a warm glow of pride across the Faculty of Computing, Engineering, and Media (CEM) as we look back on a vibrant and impactful year. From celebrating diversity to shining a spotlight on innovation and inspirations, 2024 was filled with moments that brought our community together.

Celebrating Disability History Month: Empowering Conversations and Inclusive Events

At DMU, we’re proud to mark Disability History Month with a series of thought-provoking and inspiring events designed to celebrate diversity, foster understanding, and spark conversations about inclusivity. This year’s lineup offers something for everyone, from personal stories to engaging discussions, aimed at students and staff alike.

Black History Month: Insights on A.I. for a Changing World

As part of our Black History Month celebrations, we are excited to present a conversation with Dr. Kutoma Wakunuma and Dr. Adebowale Owoseni, two brilliant academics from the Faculty of Computing, Engineering, and Media, whose work in A.I. is helping shape a more inclusive and ethically aware future. In this interview, they share their insights on A.I.’s role in addressing global challenges, the ethical considerations surrounding its use, and how technology can advance societal wellbeing.

Celebrating Ada Lovelace Day 2024

To mark Ada Lovelace Day, we had the opportunity to interview Sue Shelton, an inspirational Technical Skills Instructor in Aeronautical Engineering, and the only female technician in the Faculty of Computing, Engineering, and Media at DMU.