Recognition and celebration of women’s success in higher education

On 19 August 2021, in collaboration with the Senior Women’s Forum, Equity & Diversity/Athena SWAN, Charles Sturt hosted a panel discussion to mark Bluestocking Week.

The panel discussion expanded on panel discussion from previous years and specifically addressed successes and challenges of female academics from diverse backgrounds. The discussion was moderated and guided by Rylee Dionigi, Co-Convenor of our Senior Women’s Forum. The panel consisted of:

• Professor Juanita Sherwood, Pro Vice-Chancellor, First Nations Engagement
• Dr Nicole Sugden, School of Psychology
• Professor Suzanne McLaren, School of Psychology
• Associate Professor Marta Hernandez-Jover, School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences.
• Bluestocking Week presents an annual moment of recognition and opportunity to celebrate women’s participation, contribution, and success in higher education.