Dr Jo-Anne Tait named in Top 50 Women in Engineering

This prestigious recognition, announced annually on International Women in Engineering Day (INWED), celebrates the exceptional contributions of women engineers who are shaping the future of the profession.

The 2025 WE50 theme, ‘Together We Engineer’, highlights the power of collaboration in driving innovation and progress. Dr Tait exemplifies this spirit through her groundbreaking work on RGUECHO, a pioneering mental health and wellbeing resource tailored specifically for engineering students.

Developed in response to the unique challenges faced by engineering students in seeking mental health support, the platform has already made a significant impact, fostering earlier help-seeking in the engineering population and raising awareness internationally.

Dr Tait’s leadership was instrumental in RGUECHO’s success. Drawing on her doctoral research and personal experiences supporting students, she secured funding, led a multidisciplinary team, and championed the resource across the UK and internationally. Her efforts have not only transformed student support at RGU but have also influenced national conversations around mental health in engineering education.

“I’m incredibly honoured to be recognised by WES,” said Dr Tait. “RGUECHO was born out of a deep need to support our students in ways that resonate with them. This award is a testament to the power of collaboration and the importance of mental health in engineering.”

Dr Tait’s work has been widely recognised through keynote speeches, academic publications, and national conferences, including the SEFI Conference, the Engineering Professors Council, and the Engineering Education Research Network. Her contributions continue to inspire innovation in student wellbeing and inclusive education.