EDI Events

Welcome to the EDI news and events page for the Faculty of Science. Here you will find details on events coming up within our Faculty and around the University relating to EDI activities. If you would like to add your event to this page please email science-dean@strath.ac.uk.

Upcoming Events

  • 17
    June
    2025

    Breaking the Mould: Embracing Dis/ability in Mathematics, Statistics and Life

    Join us for an inspiring event at the University of Strathclyde, celebrating the career journeys and achievements of mathematicians and statisticians living with a disability. The day will also include a pedagogical talk to share best practices in supporting visually impaired students and provides insights from the recently launched white paper by the National Association of Disabled Staff Network
    Location: TIC Auditorium A (If you would like to attend, please contact Dr Elizabeth Dombi at e.dombi@strath.ac.uk)
    Time: 9.30am - 3pm

Past Events

  • 15
    May
    2025

    From Pledge to Practice: Making Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Count

    Prof Lubna Nasir, Professor of Comparative Oncology, College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences (MVLS), University of Glasgow, shared her work and experience as Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Lead in the MVLS College, highlighting the strategies implemented to embed inclusive practice and drive meaningful change. Prof Nasir also talked about the challenges, successes, and lessons learned.
    Location: LT908
    Time: 1pm - 2pm
  • 5
    March
    2025

    Department of Mathematics and Statistics celebrated International Women's Day

    The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is holding an event to celebrate International Women’s Day. During this event, HR will give a presentation on inclusive HR policies, the new People Hub and the Women's Network.
    Time: 12.30pm - 1.30pm
  • 5
    March
    2025

    Computer and Information Sciences Fireside Chat for International Women’s Day

    Join the Department of Computer and Information Sciences (CIS) for a GEDI Fireside Chat with our CIS Prof Marilyn Lennon and Dr Milena Dobreva, in conversation with Dr Perla Innocenti to celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day. Marilyn and Milena will talk about their stories and achievements as women in CIS, breaking barriers and stereotypes, finding allies and more.
    Time: 1pm - 2.15pm
  • 19
    Feb
    2025

    CIS GEDI Webinar: Naomi Ceder

    Join us via Zoom for a webinar with Naomi Ceder, Phyton expert from the US, Pycon organiser, and Open Source advocate who will talk about her experience through the lens diversity and inclusion in tech spaces. This event is part of our CIS GEDI Seminar Series and Strathclyde LGBT+ History Month celebrations.
    Location: Zoom webinar
    Time: 3pm - 4pm
  • 29
    Jan
    2025

    EDI in the Lifecycle of the (Physics) Student Journey in HE

    Speaker: Dr Matt Mears, University of Sheffield. In this presentation, I will explore the theme of equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in physics education through the lens of three distinct research projects, structured around the lifecycle of a student's academic journey.
    Location: JA314 John Anderson Building, 107 Rottenrow, Glasgow, G4 0NG
    Time: 3pm
  • 10
    Dec
    2024

    Accessible Curriculum: Making the case

    Speaker: Dr Gennaro Imperatore (CIS). The presentation will make the case for the seamless integration of accessibility into our curriculum by using results from ongoing research, recent discussion with colleagues at a recent accessibility conference and personal reflection.
    Time: 12pm - 1pm