Each January, The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) bring nearly 600 Year 12 students together for three, 10-day immersive science experiences. One session is held in Brisbane with the other two held in Canberra, each hosting just under 200 students. Students visit research labs and industry sites, hear from inspiring scientists and participate in skill… Read more
28 November 2019 Media Release NYSF Year 12 Program 2020 Launch: Inspiring future STEM leaders across Australia. The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) is pleased to announce the launch of the NYSF Year 12 Program for 2020. One of the best-known STEM experiences in Australia, the NYSF Year 12 Program has run for 36 years… Read more
If you’re not happy with your degree, then change! NYSF 2015 Alumna Hannah Worsley went on to study medicine after the Year 12 Program, but since decided her passion was science teaching. In this article, Hannah shares her story since attending the program, and advice to future students. “In 2015, I set out to our… Read more
Throughout October, state Governors around Australia host morning and afternoon teas for students selected to participate in the NYSF 2020 Year 12 Program. With 600 students selected to participate in the program next January, these events allow them to celebrate their selection with fellow NYSF participants, Student Staff Leaders and the Rotary members who selected… Read more
We are delighted to announce the Governor-General of Australia, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd) and Her Excellency Mrs Linda Hurley, as joint Patrons of the National Youth Science Forum (NYSF). With a distinguished career serving the Australian community in the Royal Australian Army – and as former Chief of the… Read more
A few weeks ago we welcomed our new Programs and Communications officer Georgia Hadlow to the NYSF team! We are very pleased to have a NYSF alumna on our team who can bring an inside knowledge about the program to improve the experience for future students. Since attending the NYSF, Georgia went on to study… Read more
There are so many options when it comes to picking a career, and while we all love science, sometimes there are other options you want to pursue. NYSF 2016 Alumna Jeanette Chan shows that you can combine your love of science with economics at university. “I absolutely loved my time at NYSF 2016 Session C…. Read more
It was a great turn-out for our new-look NYSF Connect Alumni event hosted by @LMA in Melbourne and @UQ in Brisbane. This reinvigorated format enabled us to re-engage our expansive NYSF alumni network, connecting with partner organisations and scientists through informal panel discussions – ranging from imposter syndrome, early career setbacks, being open to unexpected… Read more
Since attending the NYSF 2006 Year 12 Program, Stephanie McLennan has ended up at one of the most remote parts of the earth, been announced as a Superstar of STEM, and works with NYSF students each year for the NYSF Year 12 Program. “After NYSF I had plans of moving interstate to pursue a glamorous… Read more
This weeks alumni article comes not from a NYSF alumna, but a National Science Summer School alumna, as we were formerly known until 1995! Kitty Drok takes us through her career since attending the NSSS, and shares with us some classic 80’s photos of her during the 1987 Year 12 Program. “I’m Kitty Drok, and… Read more