sentences:  She was promoted to associate-professor in 1920 and was the first woman to hold such a senior academic position at the university; however due to stress and over-work she had to apply for sick leave in 1921, she worked part-time from 1924 and retired in 1926.After leaving teaching Sweet continued to be involved in university life.She was active in the Graduates' Association and was involved in the provisional council for the establishment of the University Women's College for 20 years.