School awarded Athena Swan Silver
2 September 2010
The School of Optometry and Vision Sciences has been successful in obtaining an Athena Swan Silver award.
The Athena SWAN Charter is a scheme which recognises excellence in Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) employment in higher education. The Charter was launched in June 2005. Any university or research institution which is committed to the advancement and promotion of the careers of women in SET in higher education and research can apply for membership.
The Athena Swan assessment panel reported that they were very happy to see the first submission from a discipline of this type, and observed that there are a number of good practice initiatives taking place within the School. The panel also commented on the supportive environment that the School fosters.
The School is now focussing on taking forward its Athena Swan action plan. This can be found, along with the School's submission, in the About Us section of the School's website.