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2017 Indigenous STEM Awards

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The 2017 Indigenous STEM Awards celebrate the achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and scientists who are studying and working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) are areas of research and application that have helped modernise the world.  

‘The Indigenous STEM Awards recognise, reward and celebrate the achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and scientists who are studying and working in the STEM field.’

The awards also recognise the important role that teachers, mentors and schools play in encouraging students to pursue STEM education and careers.

Congratulations to the 2017 Indigenous STEM Awards winners:

Dr Misty Jenkins
STEM Professional Career Achievement Award

Dean Foley
STEM Professional Early Career Award

Shailyn Isaac
Tertiary/Undergraduate Student Award

Kayla Pattel and Jessica Storrar
Secondary Student Award

Wiluna Remote Community School
School Award

Camila Zuniga-Greve
Teacher Award

Fifi Harris
STEM Champion Award

Boyden George and Willow Wells
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student Science Award

Angela Barely and Russell Sands
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student Maths Award

All Award winners will be invited to act as Indigenous STEM ambassadors for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth during 2018.

Information about the individual winners is found at 2017 Indigenous STEM Awards finalists.

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Getting an education and finding a pathway to a career is critical to enjoying a successful and enjoyable life.