Hosted by Middlesex University’s Dr Homeira Shayesteh, Senior Lecturer in Construction, Architecture and BIM and Pedagogic Research Group Lead for the Faculty of Science and Technology and supported by the University’s Centre for Academic Practice Enhancement (CAPE).

Date:  Monday 19 May 2025
Time: 12:30pm – 1:30pm  (UK Time)
This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.

The Webinar will be led by Dr Patricia Xavier and Prof. Sarah Jayne Hitt from the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) and will discuss challenges and barriers to pedagogy research in engineering education and explore approaches to overcoming them in order to develop and enhance scholarship of teaching and learning.

Professor Sarah Jayne Hitt was one of NMITE’s founding faculty members, joining the institution in 2019. Before that she worked at the Colorado School of Mines, where she was Director of the Writing Center and Director of the McBride Honors Program in Public Affairs. Professor Hitt also serves as Project Manager for the Engineering Professors Council’s Ethics, Sustainability, and Complex Systems Toolkits.

Dr Patricia Xavier is an engineering educator, interested in interdisciplinarity and its complexities. She is the Programme Lead for BSc Construction Management. Patricia is fascinated by engineering identities and habits, and what it means to become an engineer. Her research includes characterising the intersection between personal and professional value systems, how the process of training appears to prioritise certain habits (e.g., an adherence to tradition and authority), and de-prioritises others (e.g., the role and value of considering emotion and ethics in engineering design).

NMITE  (The New Model Institution for Technology and Engineering) is a new university in Hereford that is designed to be different. NMITE uses block learning, challenge-led assessment and liberal studies-informed team teaching to curate immersive learning experiences and develop work-ready graduates. The courses in Integrated and Mechanical Engineering and Construction Management all have intensive industry engagement built in, with students getting regular opportunities to work on challenges set by industry challenge sponsors. The liberal studies teaching encourages student to engage critically with the roles that engineering and technology have in shaping society. NMITE also has open entry criteria and does not require maths or physics A-level to start Year 1 of the engineering programmes, instead providing catch-up opportunities for students to build up from their GCSE-level knowledge during their first year of study. NMITE provides a model for alternative thinking about Higher Education – challenging traditional assumptions about what kinds of students can become great engineers and about what engineering learning looks like.

The Webinar will explore interdisciplinary approaches to pedagogy research and is open to all Faculties and disciplines.
For any questions, please contact Dr Homeira Shayesteh: H.Shayesteh@mdx.ac.uk 

Please register via this link:
https://mdxstaffdev.libcal.com/event/4372231

A one-day in-person HE mathematics education workshop at Queen Mary University of London

The UK & Ireland EERN (Engineering Education Research Network) are pleased to announce the Annual Symposium for 2025 hosted by The University of Manchester.

Commemorating the centenary of the Electrical Association for Women (EAW)

This is strictly a by invitation only event.

This Round Table is intended to introduce Dr Gert Jan Scheurwater, the Director of Foresight and Strategy at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), and the work that he and his colleagues have been doing to apply the approaches of Strategic Foresight to envisaging and anticipating potential futures for engineering and engineers over coming decades.

If you have not received an invitation but would like to attend, please contact us by email. Numbers are very limited, but we will be happy to hear from anyone interested in engaging.

Re-Engineering Pride Webinar Series – Going Beyond the Rainbow

As Pride Month unfolds, many companies adopt logos reflecting the pride or progress pride flag. While these gestures are important, they sometimes raise questions about the depth of commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, leading to accusations of pinkwashing or rainbow-washing.

At InterEngineering, we believe that impactful change in diversity and inclusion goes beyond symbols. It’s about creating genuine and lasting initiatives within our workplaces.

This month, as part of our ongoing webinar series, we’re focusing on moving beyond the rainbow flag to discuss actionable steps that engineering organisations can take to foster inclusivity.

We’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming webinar, where we will delve into meaningful discussions on how to integrate genuine diversity and inclusion practices into your professional environment. This session is not just about celebrating Pride Month, but about exploring how we can make a real difference throughout the year.

The webinar will cover a range of topics aimed at creating sustainable inclusivity within the engineering sector. Our speakers will share their expertise on effective strategies and initiatives that go beyond mere symbolic support. Whether you’re an industry veteran or just beginning your journey in engineering, this session promises valuable insights that can help you enhance your workplace culture.

We believe in creating spaces where everyone feels valued and included. This webinar is part of our broader commitment to supporting the InterEngineering community and fostering environments where diversity thrives.

   

Meet our Speakers

Our webinar features a line-up of distinguished speakers who bring a wealth of experience and knowledge in the field of diversity and inclusion. They are ready to share their insights on how to make a tangible impact within your organisation.

 

  •  Erik Tomlin
    EDI Platform Manager at the Royal Academy of Engineering

Erik Tomlin has been at the forefront of the Royal Academy of Engineering’s efforts to advance equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). With a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in engineering, Erik will provide valuable insights into creating platforms that promote genuine inclusivity. His talk will focus on strategic initiatives that organisations can implement to support EDI goals effectively.

  • Kristina Korsaks
    Diversity and Inclusion Officer at the Institute of Mechanical Engineers

Kristina Korsaks brings a practical approach to diversity and inclusion within the engineering landscape. At the Institute of Mechanical Engineers, she has spearheaded numerous initiatives aimed at fostering a more inclusive environment. Kristina’s session will highlight actionable strategies that go beyond surface-level commitments, offering practical advice on how to embed these practices into your organisation’s culture.

  • Tate Smith
    Founder and Director at Tate Smith Consulting

Tate Smith is an expert in building inclusive workplace cultures and has worked with various organisations to develop robust diversity and inclusion frameworks. As the founder and director of his own consulting firm, Tate will share his insights on how to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. His discussion will focus on embedding genuine inclusivity into organisational practices, ensuring that diversity is more than just a box-ticking exercise.

We’re excited to bring these thought leaders together for a discussion that promises to be both inspiring and informative.

Their combined expertise will provide you with practical tools and strategies to create a more inclusive and supportive workplace.

Join us for this insightful session and be part of a community dedicated to fostering authentic diversity and inclusion in the engineering sector.

Excitement is building as we gear up for the third Practical Engineering Education Conference (PEE24), scheduled to take place on July 2nd and 3rd at The University of Sheffield’s Diamond Building. Organised by Multidisciplinary Engineering Education (MEE), this conference promises to be an enlightening experience for educators keen on advancing practical teaching within engineering curriculums.

To celebrate the launch of the Sustainability Toolkit on the 18th March 2024, we will be participating in a series of events to showcase this much-needed resource for integrating sustainability throughout engineering education.

In the first of two launch events for the Sustainability Toolkit*, we will be presenting at the ‘Engineers 2030: Rethinking engineering and technology skills for the 21st century’ event, co-created by the Royal Academy of Engineering and Engineers Without Borders UK, part of the Academy’s wider Engineers 2030 project.

 

Please note that this event is now only available online. If you wish to join the event on Zoom please click here to register for online attendance.

Visit the Royal Academy of Engineering’s website to learn more about this event.

*We will be holding an EPC webinar, Introducing the Sustainability Toolkit (on the 28th March), click here to register.

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