Women and Girls in Science
Women are a minority within the STEM workforce. The percentage of female STEM graduates lies at 26% and overall, the percentage of women employed in the STEM sector is only 26.9%. However, the WISE campaign conveys that female involvement in STEM careers is climbing. The United Nations celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, to salute all women that defy stereotypical odds by pursuing a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
From Rosalind Franklin to Marie Curie, there are an astonishing number of women that have revolutionised the field of science. Although famous faces continue to inspire the younger generation; we are also inspired by our very own students. To honour this special day, we spoke to our remarkable network of women involved in STEM degrees and they highlighted the importance of female representation within scientific fields, and what the day means to them.
Meg, President of the Biomedical Science Society, stated that “Women in STEM day is important to me because it is bringing recognition to a male dominated career path, and encourages more girls and women to take part in STEM studies. Women are still extremely under represented in this field, even in the media, to the point where “Dr.” is often synonymous with a man in most people’s minds. I hope one day we can bridge the gap between this gender inequality”.
Meg’s statement reflects the attitudes of all STEM women. Here, at JMSU, we have the upmost admiration for our female students who are involved in the field of science. To celebrate this day, we would really like to encourage all of our students to take a look at the little selection of our societies, who we are proud to say specifically highlight the importance of Women in STEM, whilst welcoming all genders.
Biology, Computer Science, Engineering, Feminist, Liverpool Pharmaceutical Student Association (LPSA), Psychology and many more. Don’t see a society you would like to be in? You can start one today.
