May 19, 2020 1:09 pm
Published by Sofia Dalla Costa
“What next?” The dreaded question that every high school or university student is inevitably asked. NYSF 1987 Alumnus David Monaghan reminisces about how this simple question on the NYSF Year 12 Program changed his thinking, and his future. I’m going to let you in on a little secret. I still wonder what I’m going to… Read more
May 14, 2020 2:20 pm
Published by Sofia Dalla Costa
Last week we heard from mother/daughter NYSF Alumni Janine and Indi comparing their time on the National Science Summer School (NSSS) and National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) respectively. For our next installment we are hearing from Alumni Jo and Abigail; what science stood out to them from their experiences on program? how has NYSF shaped… Read more
May 6, 2020 12:17 pm
Published by Sofia Dalla Costa
The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF), previously the National Science Summer School (NSSS), has been running programs for students interested in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) for the last 37 years. It is credit to the experience our participants have that we often see multiple people from one family attend our programs, including siblings,… Read more
May 1, 2020 11:42 am
Published by nysf-admin3
The NYSF acknowledges that Covid-19 situation provides many uncertainties for everyone and we hope that you are all coping during this unprecedented time. We would like to assure you that planning for the 2021 NYSF team Year 12 Program is progressing well and we are on track for January next year. Applications for 2021 have… Read more
April 30, 2020 12:23 pm
Published by Sofia Dalla Costa
Although 83% of students finish the NYSF Year 12 Program with a strong desire to study STEM, there are some who find their passion lies elsewhere. NYSF 2009 Alumnus Rohan Watt didn’t pursue a career in STEM, however still believes the NYSF contributed to his personal development and future success. “It was my Physics teacher… Read more
April 24, 2020 3:57 pm
Published by Sofia Dalla Costa
The path to a STEM career is different for everyone and is often shaped by the subjects chosen within a degree or qualification. It may be intimidating at first, but with so many options comes as many possibilities to explore new interests and dive deeper into exisiting passions! This week we asked members of the… Read more
April 16, 2020 2:00 pm
Published by Sofia Dalla Costa
Social connections are an important part of the NYSF Year 12 Program, not only for making friends, but for introducing participants to new STEM fields and helping them find their passion, just like it did for Anna Dawson- NYSF 2001 Alumna. “I am Anna Dawson, but most 2001 Session B NYSFers would know me as… Read more
April 16, 2020 1:30 pm
Published by Sofia Dalla Costa
I hope this edition of the newsletter finds you all coping and staying safe amongst the remarkable changes to our world with the impact of COVID-19. Our thoughts are with all members of the NYSF community at this challenging time. The NYSF has had a very challenging start to the year, with our programs and… Read more
April 16, 2020 1:29 pm
Published by Sofia Dalla Costa
January 2020 was my first opportunity to experience the NYSF Year 12 Program first-hand, and what an experience it was! I am delighted to report that our survey results indicate a satisfaction rating of 9.6/10, with an overwhelming majority of the 2020 NYSF students would recommend this program to others. In 2020 the program is… Read more
April 16, 2020 12:25 pm
Published by Sofia Dalla Costa
The rapid advancement of science and technology in the world and its effect on our everyday lives means it is more important than ever for scientists to effectively communicate beyond their peers to a broader audience. Science communication has an important role to play in educating everyone from Government policy makers to the everyday person… Read more