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Title: Graduation rates of women in the US and UK. [Invited panel: Assessing and improving equity in physics learning environments]
Sneak peek at data we will release publicly in 2022: the physics graduation rates of women from historically excluded groups, at all US and UK institutions. US data includes institutions that are above average, average or below average for all women; all women of color; and Black, Indigenous and Latinx women. Users can also construct custom comparison groups. UK data classifies institutions by representation of Black and minority ethnic women among the student body and faculty, rate at which Black and minority ethnic women are hired upon graduating, and Athena Swan standing. This portal will allow physics departments to track their performance; will provide vital information to women who are considering joining particular institutions; and will allow researchers to identify trends among better-performing institutions. We anticipate intense interest in the portal as soon as it is made public; this is your chance to get a preview.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
1933383
PAR ID:
10350607
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Date Published:
Journal Name:
American Association of Physics Teachers Winter Meeting
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Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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