Navigating Academia as an Ethnic Minority

Brought to you by Yorkshire Consortium for Equity in Doctoral Education (YCEDE)*.

Are you an ethnic minority PhD home student at one of the YCEDE five partner universities (University of Sheffield, University of York, University of Bradford, University of Leeds or Sheffield Hallam)?

Join us for an insightful event where we'll discuss the unique challenges and experiences faced by people from ethnic minority backgrounds in academia and beyond. Gain valuable tips, advice, and support from our guest speakers who have successfully navigated their way through the system. This in-person event will take place at The University of Sheffield in Sheffield, UK. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with others who understand your journey. Together, let's empower and inspire each other to thrive in academia!

We are delighted to confirm the following panel members for this event:

Dr Sally Osei- Appiah, PGR Diversity Lead, University of Leeds

Dr Tiffany Holloman, Project Manager for YCEDE and Brad-ATTAIN, University of Bradford

Dr Kingsley Utam, Lecturer in EDI, Centre for Inclusion and Diversity, University of Bradford

Dr Francis Awolowo, Senior Lecturer in Financial & Management Accounting, Sheffield Hallam University
Dr Bobby Nisha, Senior University Teacher in Urban Studies & Planning, University of Sheffield

Dr Janine Bradbury, Senior Lecturer in Contemporary Writing and Culture, University of York

When: Thursday 25th April 2024

Where: The University of Sheffield, Workroom 3, 2nd Floor, The Diamond, 32 Leavygreave Road, Sheffield, S3 7RD

Time: 1PM - 4PM

Please note, transport will be subsidised.

*The Yorkshire Consortium for Equity in Doctoral Education is a collaboration between five universities in Yorkshire, 12 UKRI funded Doctoral Training partnerships and Centres for Doctoral Training plus a number of external partners dedicated to equity at doctoral level. Central to YCEDE is the question of access to doctoral study for UK-based graduates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.

Navigating a Career in Higher Education as an Ethnic Minority