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.
Here’s a Christmas stocking of highlights from this year, filled with events that made us smile, reflect, and grow:
✨ DMU Pride – 10th Anniversary (January 2024)
January brought a vibrant celebration as DMU Pride marked its 10th year anniversary. CEM joined in with enthusiasm, hosting a month of events honouring LGBTQ+ History Month. Centred around the theme “Medicine”, the program highlighted LGBTQ+ contributions to healthcare and featured a Pride Day launch event, a film screening with director Q&A, a queer Bollywood dance class, and a play by LGBTQ+ asylum seekers (Read Blog Post).
✨ In Conversation with Charlotte Linford (February 2024)
Our students were inspired by a candid discussion with Charlotte Linford, a trailblazing motorsport engineer. Sharing her experiences and career journey, Charlotte encouraged future engineers and media professionals to think big and chase their dreams (Read Blog Post).
✨ AFBE Career Transitions Event (February 2024)
At the beginning of the year, we partnered with the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE) for their renowned Career Transitions event. This empowering gathering supported students in navigating their career paths within engineering and beyond, offering invaluable insights and networking opportunities (Read Blog Post)
✨ International Women’s Day – Panel Discussion (March 2024)
In March, the DMU Women in STEM Society hosted a panel discussion where members shared their stories and emphasised the importance of breaking barriers and fostering a supportive environment for women in STEM (Read Blog Post).
✨ Ada Lovelace Day – Interview with Technical Instructor, Sue Shelton (October 2024)
October saw us celebrating Ada Lovelace Day with an exclusive interview with Sue Shelton, the only female technical instructor in aeronautical engineering at DMU. Her story of perseverance and innovation serves as a beacon for those pursuing technical careers in STEM (Read Blog Post).
✨ Black History Month – Interview with Dr. Kutoma Wakunuma and Dr. Adebowale Owoseni (October 2024)
To celebrate Black History Month, we interviewed Dr. Kutoma Wakunuma and Dr. Adebowale Owoseni. They explored how A.I. is reshaping our world and emphasised the importance of ethical considerations in technological advancement (Read Blog Post).
✨Disability History Month – Panel Display (December 2024)
To close the year, we curated a panel display at the Gateway House entrance for Disability History Month, highlighting individuals with disabilities who have made significant contributions to STEM fields. This tribute to inclusion and representation emphasised the importance of diverse perspectives in driving progress (Read Blog Post).
As the twinkling lights brighten our campus and we sip on festive hot chocolate, let’s take a moment to celebrate the achievements of 2024 and look forward to a new year filled with opportunity, inspiration, and community.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!