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STEM Sparks | National Science Week

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University of Newcastle
Callaghan NSW, Australia
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Sat, 16 Aug, 10am - 12pm AEST

Event description

Discover, build and explore at STEM Sparks: Igniting Girls Futures in the Built Environment – a family-friendly National Science Week event designed to inspire the next generation of girls in STEM.

Date/Time: Saturday 16 August 2025, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Address: BSC126, SABE Precinct, Callaghan campus (as part of Open Day)

Join us for a day of hands-on activities, inspiring conversations and creative challenges that showcase the exciting possibilities within the built environment. Whether you're dropping in for a quick visit or staying to explore it all, there’s something for every curious mind.

What’s On:
STEM Story Circles (11.00am) – Informal chats with women working in STEM and design
Drop-in Activity Stations – Explore architecture, construction, environmental science and more
STEM Mythbusters Challenge – Test common STEM misconceptions
Scavenger Hunt – Connect with other CESE Open Day experiences across campus
Take-home STEM Sparks Packs – For visiting regional school students
“Day in the Life” Video Series – Peek into real careers in the built environment

Part of the University’s 60th anniversary and National Science Week celebrations, this event supports young girls to see themselves in science – and to start imagining their future in STEM.

This event is aimed at primary and high school students.

To view the University’s full National Science Week event schedule, visit www.newcastle.edu.au/national-science-week.

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University of Newcastle
Callaghan NSW, Australia