Interview with YSA Ambassador Professor Ben Garrod
Independent YSA participant Kyran wants to be a paleoanthropologist, who better to ask for advice than Professor Ben Garrod!
A skills award to support and inspire the next generation into STEMM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths and Medicine
Students aged 13-19 can work towards a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award by undertaking STEMM-based activities at school, at home or online and logging them onto a personalised e-portfolio.
Why get involved?
The Youth STEMM Award provides a framework to add impact and legacy to otherwise stand alone STEMM activities. Participants take part in more activities than they normally would and reflect on their skill development while building confidence and a record of achievement. Running the Youth STEMM Award in your school or college is a great way to raise the numbers and diversity of young people going into STEMM careers and further training.
“The YSA is likely the experience which changed my idea of what I wanted to do in the future & empowered me to think that I could pursue a career in STEMM. It’s an incredible programme & I recommend it so much!” Student participant
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Prize winning speech exploring whether there is discrimination against BAME individuals in the NHS.
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YSA Alumni Spotlight – Siena Castellon
We spoke to another one of our brilliant YSA alumni, Sienna Castellon, about her YSA experience, what she learnt from it, and what she's up to now! Read on to find out more.
The Marvels of the Microscopic
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YSA Alumni Spotlight – Gemma Ridgway
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What to expect from the Youth STEMM Awards
You will inspire your peers and younger students to engage with and be inspired by STEMM
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You will build your communication skills by helping to boost interest in STEMM topics in the wider population
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You will develop your skills and knowledge to enhance your learning at school or college and help to prepare you for studying STEMM in further and higher education
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You will investigate where studying STEMM could lead you to help shape your future career options and decide on the next steps in your journey
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