Knowledge Base Repository
In addition to research papers, the Design Society is developing several valuable resources for those interested in the study of design. These include a repository of PhD theses, a library of case studies and transcripts of design activities, and an archive of our newsletters. Please note that these resources are accessible exclusively to Design Society members.
Panel Discussion - Women in Engineering
Panel Discussion: Women in Engineering
With Lucienne Blessing, Sabine Muschik, Carolyn Conner Seepersad, and Malin Hane Hagström
Wednesday, 8th April 2026 (pre-recorded)
In most countries, women still represent less than 20% of the engineering workforce in industry and academia. Organised by the EDI committee, the DS launched a series of online talks in 2024-25 to encourage women to explore opportunities for careers in engineering, fostering diversity, innovation, and equality in the field. Women from academia and industry describe their experiences and efforts to encourage more women to pursue an engineering degree and subsequently enter engineering leadership. These talks are motivated to inspire change and provide insight into creating inclusive environments.
A new stream of episodes has been recorded for 2026, and will be released every Wednesday for the next few weeks, starting with a panel discussion on Wednesday, 8th April 2026. This panel consists of previous speakers in the WiE Talk Series - Lucienne Blessing, Sabine Muschik, Carolyn Conner Seepersad, and Malin Hane Hagström.
These talks are open to everyone, and you're encouraged to share with colleagues and interested students. All episodes in the series are available on the Design Society website via the WiE Talk Series page.
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Women in Engineering Talk Series
Episode 6
Episode 6 Speaker:
Lucienne Blessing, Sabine Muschik, Carolyn Conner Seepersad, and Malin Hane Hagström
Abstract: The Design Society continues its talk series on “Women in Engineering” with a panel discussion featuring several of our previous speakers. The panel brings together two senior female industry experts—Dr Sabine Muschik (Trumpf GmbH) and Dr Malin Hane Hagström (Volvo Group)—alongside two senior female academics: Prof. Lucienne Blessing, recently retired from the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), and Prof. Carolyne Seepersad (Georgia Tech).
During the discussion, the panel reflected on the barriers and enablers they encountered throughout their careers, offering valuable insights, reflections, and perspectives.
