INWED 2023 Celebration Mural

"Engineering lies somewhere between art and science. It appeals to me because it combines scientific rigour with creativity."- Wanda Lewis, School of Engineering

"I wanted to build an aeroplane when I was four! The love of engineering and mathematics grew in me, and it became my passion and profession."- Fatemeh Shahbaz, WMG

"Engineering is where real innovation and blue sky thinking happens! Opportunities abound everywhere (in Warwick) for those who are bold enough to tap into them."

- Busola Oronti, School of Engineering

"My dream when I was a kid was to be an engineer. I was fascinated by Formula One engineers - later I realised that I always wanted to solve problems. That's why I became an engineer."

- Antonia Betzou, WMG

"I love challenging and stimulating work tied with science. In engineering, you can take science into real-life applications and into practice."- Mona Faraji Niri, WMG

"I chose civil engineering as the industry allowed me to create something tangible that really contributed to how society functions."

- Cate Anthony, School of Engineering

"The decision to pursue engineering is a personal one, driven by a combination of interests, aptitudes, and a desire to make a positive impact through problem-solving and innovation."

- Lydia Adigun, WMG

"Coming from a family of engineers it seemed like an obvious choice, however during my Engineering Graduate Training I fell in love with Operations Management which then developed into Supply Chain Management."

- Alexa Kirkaldy, WMG

"I am a part of WMG within the beautiful University of Warwick campus, which harbours excellent testing and characterisation facilities that any materials engineer would love to work in."

- Indrachapa Bandara, WMG

"It's the application of mathematics to the world around us to search for better outcomes for humanity. Warwick has a beautiful campus and supportive staff policies for women."

- Shaheen Hassan, WMG

"I am able to create a safe space for learners to be themselves... and truly embrace their authentic identity. I have heard many students comment that this is the best thing that has happened to them in their lives / educational setting."

- Bhagavathy Ramachandran, WMG

"Warwick provides me with a supportive and dynamic environment where I have the space to explore ideas. The culture here ensures that disciplinary boundaries are not a constraint."

- Joanna Collingwood, School of Engineering

"I chose a career in engineering because it always brings up new challenges."- Valentina Donzella, WMG

"My work supports the adoption of Circular Economy principles in the industry by securing the future of future generations."

- Marcelle Batson-Warner, WMHG

"I love the practical side of engineering - seeing things being built and manufactured."- Margaret Low, WMG

"I love finding technical solutions that not only support a business' economic position but their environmental position too!"

-Laura Downey, WMG

"Engineering helps to shape our future, and I was always good at math and physics at school."- Connie Qian, WMG

"Women in engineering have the opportunity to shape the future by actively contributing to emerging fields such as AI and ML, sustainability, robotics, and biotechnology."

- Negar Riazifar. WMG

"For me engineering is a way of seeing magic in action. The way in which simple things like pieces of rock can be transformed into something that saves your life, or flies into outer space or protects the rainforests. "- India Palmer, WMG

"Engineering, and specifically manufacturing, is a rewarding career which allows us to create items, and make best use of them, to provide the standard of life that we expect."

-Liz McArdle, WMG

"Engineering gives the ability to turn imagination into reality. We deliver high-quality teaching using innovative methods that prepare students for real-world challenges."- Magdalena Cieslak, WMG

"Engineering allows me to combine my passion for creativity, logic, and technology, enabling me to contribute to innovations and positively impact people's lives."

- Begum Gulsoy, WMG

"I am drawn to Warwick's pursuit of excellence, as it has always been a hub of innovation and growth for both staff and students."- Modupe Jimoh,

School of Engineering

"At Warwick I have always felt like home. I am very lucky to have fantastic colleagues that have supported and encouraged me in my career. Here I can be my true self."

-Angeles Rivero Pacho, School of Engineering

"After attending the Warwick offer-holder’s day, and seeing the engineering facilities available to students to bring their ideas to life, I knew that’s what I wanted to do, and that Warwick would be the place to do it... I never looked back."- Mahbubah Durojaiye, Computer Science

"Engineering is about pushing yourself, not being comfortable – that’s why it’s such a rewarding degree and experience."

- Marieta Kyselá, School of Engineering

A huge thank you to all the incredible women in engineering who contributed to this mural.

If you or your colleagues would like to be included in the mural, please contact us at internalcomms@warwick.ac.uk with your quote and headshot.

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