Science Society ANU

ITS NATIONAL SCIENCE WEEK!! 🧑‍🔬🔬🔭🧫🧬

Come celebrate Australia’s week of science with us by coming along to one (or more!) of our events this coming week! Check out below for the links to each event.

❤️ Monday ❤️
Women in STEM Coffee Catchups: https://www.facebook.com/share/wMzZDLKec7WbPZcQ/
Star Gazers’ Fire Fest w/ AstroSoc: https://www.facebook.com/events/485982234185337/?ref=newsfeed

🧡 Wednesday 🧡
Three Minute Thesis: https://www.facebook.com/share/FEH7P74brmsqN5ea/

💛 Thursday 💛
Q***r* in STEM Coffee Catchups: https://www.facebook.com/share/ZZ2ZskX7khJzotUv/
BBQ Mayhem: https://www.facebook.com/share/xJQac9NWut3QzQiq/

💚 Friday 💚
BIPOC in STEM Coffee Catchups: https://www.facebook.com/share/sbLFn1AJRSAGTZrW/

💙 Saturday 💙
SciGala: More than Just Sustainability: https://www.facebook.com/share/g4wK68BkwYDoXrb6/

AMAZING NEWS!!! Applications for SciPals Mentors and Mentees have been extended until THIS THURSDAY (8/8) @ 11:59PM

For more information about each role, please see the details below. Additionally, feel free to message us with any questions!

Mentor Applications: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4_zBn3OkRGW8T4nMWHi2C6SCEM0XzwDRZLXel4t0TTysKtQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Mentee Applications:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0FCl8SYE8GFhcHQglnDbE4w47lrkXFusOKhdRfGnmlNp47Q/viewform?usp=sf_link
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✨ Mentors ✨
Are you a STEM student in second year or above? Looking to increase your ANU+ volunteering hours up? Want to help guide and connect new STEM students? SciPals is an ANU+ accredited program that aims to welcome and connect new STEM students to the wider science community at the ANU.
As a mentor, you'll be matched with mentee(s) who would benefit immensely from your knowledge and experience. We strongly encourage everyone who wants to share advice, develop mentoring skills and meet new people to sign up! No previous mentoring experience is required as the program is all about sharing advice, tips and tricks that helped you survive your STEM journey at ANU.
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💜 Mentees 💜
Are you a new STEM student in need of some advice and help to make your new life at ANU a whole lot easier? Whether you've just graduated from high school, a new postgraduate student or a STEM student who would just like to be mentored, you're lucky we've got some amazing mentors ready to help you !
SciPals is the perfect program for anyone who wants some guidance and advice in adapting to the science community at the ANU. We will match you with an experienced mentor, usually someone in second-year or above who has a wealth of knowledge in various areas such as study tips, uni life, navigating around uni, etc.

Here’s your friendly reminder that SciPals applications for both Mentors and Mentees close THIS TUESDAY @ 11:59PM

For more information about each role, please see the details below. Additionally, feel free to message us with any questions!

Mentor Applications: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4_zBn3OkRGW8T4nMWHi2C6SCEM0XzwDRZLXel4t0TTysKtQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Mentee Applications: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0FCl8SYE8GFhcHQglnDbE4w47lrkXFusOKhdRfGnmlNp47Q/viewform?usp=sf_link

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✨ Mentors ✨

Are you a STEM student in second year or above? Looking to increase your ANU+ volunteering hours up? Want to help guide and connect new STEM students? SciPals is an ANU+ accredited program that aims to welcome and connect new STEM students to the wider science community at the ANU.

As a mentor, you'll be matched with mentee(s) who would benefit immensely from your knowledge and experience. We strongly encourage everyone who wants to share advice, develop mentoring skills and meet new people to sign up! No previous mentoring experience is required as the program is all about sharing advice, tips and tricks that helped you survive your STEM journey at ANU.

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💜 Mentees 💜

Are you a new STEM student in need of some advice and help to make your new life at ANU a whole lot easier? Whether you've just graduated from high school, a new postgraduate student or a STEM student who would just like to be mentored, you're lucky we've got some amazing mentors ready to help you !

SciPals is the perfect program for anyone who wants some guidance and advice in adapting to the science community at the ANU. We will match you with an experienced mentor, usually someone in second-year or above who has a wealth of knowledge in various areas such as study tips, uni life, navigating around uni, etc.

Are you a STEM student in second year or above? Looking to increase your ANU+ volunteering hours up? Want to help guide and connect new STEM students? SciPals is an ANU+ accredited program that aims to welcome and connect new STEM students to the wider science community at the ANU.

As a mentor, you'll be matched with mentee(s) who would benefit immensely from your knowledge and experience. We strongly encourage everyone who wants to share advice, develop mentoring skills and meet new people to sign up! No previous mentoring experience is required as the program is all about sharing advice, tips and tricks that helped you survive your STEM journey at ANU.

If this all sounds interesting to you, sign up for SciPals today! Sign-ups will close on the 6th of August at 11:59pm.

Sign-up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4_zBn3OkRGW8T4nMWHi2C6SCEM0XzwDRZLXel4t0TTysKtQ/viewform

Are you a new STEM student in need of some advice and help to make your new life at ANU a whole lot easier? Whether you've just graduated from high school, a new postgraduate student or a STEM student who would just like to be mentored, you're lucky we've got some amazing mentors ready to help you !

SciPals is the perfect program for anyone who wants some guidance and advice in adapting to the science community at the ANU. We will match you with an experienced mentor, usually someone in second-year or above who has a wealth of knowledge in various areas such as study tips, uni life, navigating around uni, etc.

If this all sounds interesting to you, sign up for SciPals today! Sign-ups will close on the 6th of August at 11:59pm.

Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0FCl8SYE8GFhcHQglnDbE4w47lrkXFusOKhdRfGnmlNp47Q/viewform

Welcome back to Semester 2! We hope you’re all excited for everything SciSoc has on offer this semester, it’s going to be a fun one! 🥳

To help everyone settle into the semester, we’ve decided to extend our SciGala ticket sales till 31st July 5:30 pm.

With this extra time, make sure you secure SciGala tickets! It’s going to be an incredible night, with food, drinks, dancing, photobooths and photographers, and more to come soon! 😉

We can’t wait to party with you, and celebrate OneGirl’s amazing work! 💚💚

Get your tickets here: https://clubs.getqpay.com/?eid=25644

Would you like a free bevvie? Do you want to meet other people in STEM? Come and join one (or more) of our weekly autonomous coffee catchups at the Little Pickle Café!

💜 Women in STEM - Mondays 9-10AM
‼️ Q***r* in STEM - Thursdays 9-10AM
✨ BIPOC in STEM - Fridays 9-10AM

Please note that these events are autonomous, meaning that only those that identify as a part of the relevant group can attend the event.

These events will run every week, with the exclusion of the teaching break, exam period and any public holidays.

Looking for some more fun during SciGala and a way that you can support OneGirl educate girls in Sierra Leone and Uganda! 💃

Buy a SciGala raffle ticket! 100% of all SciGala raffle ticket purchases will go directly to OneGirl supporting their mission to break down barriers girls face when accessing their right to an education.

Not to mention, we have some pretty amazing raffle prizes! Buying a SciGala raffle ticket, you have the chance to win:

🐅 The chance to meet a tiger and a day at the zoo!
🎬 4 Dendy tickets along with a premium movie experience!
🔫 Paintball for 10 people at Delta Force!
🤸🏻‍♀️$500 to spend at KX Pilates!
🎨🍷 2 sessions at Paint Pinot for 2 people!
$100 to spend at Badger & Co!
📚 A Harry Harthog hamper!
(and more to come… 🤫)

You can buy your tickets now here or on the night, for the following prices!
1 for $2
5 for $9
10 for $17

Get in quick, you don’t want to miss this! 😉

Purchase your raffle tickets here: https://clubs.getqpay.com/?eid=26701

Not many people will read your PhD thesis, but if you completed your doctoral research at the ANU's College of Science, then Tabitha Carvan has probably read one small part of it. What she found is a kind of poetry in the science.

Check out this amazing multi-media essay produced by the ANU College of Science Communications Team:

The unexpected poetry of PhD acknowledgements After reading hundreds and hundreds of PhD theses, we accidentally discovered how to write the perfect PhD acknowledgement: it's a kind of poetry.

Just under one week left to submit your application to be a 3 Minute Thesis presenter! Get your application in now before they close 🤩

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdq9_kWHU35OMOIxDsjn4soXX4jG2sR4wN-We_0f1PKxY3elQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

As a part of our National Science Week 2024 calendar, the ANU Science Society is excited to announce that 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) is running once again!

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What is 3MT?
A competition where our undergraduate researchers have 3 minutes to explain their projects to a multidisciplinary audience using one static powerpoint slide. The event focuses on strong communication skills and we hope to include a wide range of projects at ANU.

Do I have to be a science student to present?
Absolutely not! This year we are encouraging undergraduate students from all disciplines with a passion for research to participate. Regardless of your discipline, if there’s something you’re passionate to present, we are excited to hear it!

Do you have any examples?
Yep - the 2022 ANU 3MT Finals can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz7Cdzd4kjk&ab_channel=ANUTV

What can I get out of participating?
We will be providing free communication workshops led by experts in science communication and rehearsal to equip you with the skills you need to present your research with confidence and fun. It’s a good opportunity to show off your knowledge and skills to a wide range of audience including ANU academics who will form the judging panel. Not to mention, cash prizes will be rewarded to our top presenters!

Sounds awesome! Where do I sign up to present?
Use this link to let us know that you want to present! Sign ups close at 11:59pm on the 28th July!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdq9_kWHU35OMOIxDsjn4soXX4jG2sR4wN-We_0f1PKxY3elQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Thank you for your interest. We can’t wait to hear from you!

GradReady has again achieved statistically significant improvements for their students in the latest GAMSAT® exam (10 years running!) They have helped 10,000+ students achieve an average improvement of 20+ Percentile Points.

Their courses are run by highly experienced tutors using industry-leading resources, including a one-of-a-kind Online Exam System, which mimics the official ACER GAMSAT® exam in detail. The PBLs and Question Bank are updated with new MCQs in real time to better help students prepare for the novel challenges presented by the GAMSAT® exam today.

GradReady helps students across Australia prepare for the GAMSAT® exam - and they deliver results. Join 10,000+ GradReady Students and See the Difference today!

https://gradready.com.au/gamsat-preparation-courses/student_testimonials?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=student_society&utm_campaign=ss_fb_all&utm_id=statistics

As a part of our National Science Week 2024 calendar, the ANU Science Society is excited to announce that 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) is running once again!

——————————————————

What is 3MT?
A competition where our undergraduate researchers have 3 minutes to explain their projects to a multidisciplinary audience using one static powerpoint slide. The event focuses on strong communication skills and we hope to include a wide range of projects at ANU.

Do I have to be a science student to present?
Absolutely not! This year we are encouraging undergraduate students from all disciplines with a passion for research to participate. Regardless of your discipline, if there’s something you’re passionate to present, we are excited to hear it!

Do you have any examples?
Yep - the 2022 ANU 3MT Finals can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz7Cdzd4kjk&ab_channel=ANUTV

What can I get out of participating?
We will be providing free communication workshops led by experts in science communication and rehearsal to equip you with the skills you need to present your research with confidence and fun. It’s a good opportunity to show off your knowledge and skills to a wide range of audience including ANU academics who will form the judging panel. Not to mention, cash prizes will be rewarded to our top presenters!

Sounds awesome! Where do I sign up to present?
Use this link to let us know that you want to present! Sign ups close at 11:59pm on the 28th July!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdq9_kWHU35OMOIxDsjn4soXX4jG2sR4wN-We_0f1PKxY3elQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Thank you for your interest. We can’t wait to hear from you!

👩‍💻🚀⚡Attention all pre-penultimate ANU Science Society members!

Ready to kickstart your career as a future trader, researcher or developer at one of the world’s leading tech-driven trading firms?

Applications are now open for , Optiver's three-day insights program for pre-penultimate students.

From the masterminds behind Optiver's renowned training programs, FutureFocus will guide you through the intricacies of trading and technology. You will be immersed in a mix of hands-on and classroom learning, gaining unique insights into Optiver's cutting-edge trading systems and building the key skills that traders, researchers and developers use every day.

Plus, if you've excelled in the program, you could be fast-tracked in the application process for Optiver's 2025/26 program.

Limited spots available - apply today!

📝 Apply for the trading and research stream - https://grnh.se/036c5f302us

📝 Apply for the tech stream - https://grnh.se/cee0a9392us

🙈Keep your eyes peeled! 🙈
Look out for exciting news unveiled this week!
Science Society’s event of the year is here - stay tuned for all the details to be released on Friday (31/6)!

Here's your reminder that application for General Representatives and First Year Representatives close 🚨 TODAY !! 🚨

🚨Are you looking to be a part of the LARGEST ANU STEM society??!?! 🚨

We are inviting YOU 👆 to become a part of our wonderful committee as a First Year Representative OR General Representative 🤗

If you are keen science bean 🫘 looking to be part of a tight-knit and supportive community, build your team-work, organisation and event planning skills 📚 AND help us support some charitable causes THEN this could be a role for you.

✨First Year and General Reps ✨ play a huge role in engagement with the STEM community and supplementing our committee to deliver exciting, funky and fresh events! We strongly encourage you to apply for one of these positions and cannot wait to meet you! We are EAGERLY awaiting your applications and welcome any questions that you may have⁉️

Applications will close on the 14th of March at 5PM!
Application Link: https://forms.gle/QzMhVNCT1nTYNuYC7

An exciting opportunity for ANU students! 🌟🌏

Discover unique opportunities to enhance your academic journey, immerse yourself in Indonesian culture, and develop valuable skills in a diverse and dynamic environment.

Plus, with $3,000 - $7,000 New Colombo Plan grants available, these experiences are more accessible than ever! 💼💡

Interested? Check your eligibility here: https://www.acicis.edu.au/new-colombo-plan-mobility-grant-eligibility/

Time to meet your amazing MCs for Trivia Night this Friday- Kat and Maythem from our Social Portfolio! 🤩

As the event is quickly approaching, make sure to get your tickets ASAP! You can create a team with your friends or join a randomised team the night of!

Tickets are $10 for Science Society members and $15 for non-members. so make sure to get yours now:
https://clubs.getqpay.com/?s=10&eventid=23401

Here's your friendly reminder that applications close in just under a week's time! 😳
Make sure to get your application in ASAP ‼️

🚨Are you looking to be a part of the LARGEST ANU STEM society??!?! 🚨

We are inviting YOU 👆 to become a part of our wonderful committee as a First Year Representative OR General Representative 🤗

If you are keen science bean 🫘 looking to be part of a tight-knit and supportive community, build your team-work, organisation and event planning skills 📚 AND help us support some charitable causes THEN this could be a role for you.

✨First Year and General Reps ✨ play a huge role in engagement with the STEM community and supplementing our committee to deliver exciting, funky and fresh events! We strongly encourage you to apply for one of these positions and cannot wait to meet you! We are EAGERLY awaiting your applications and welcome any questions that you may have⁉️

Applications will close on the 14th of March at 5PM!
Application Link: https://forms.gle/QzMhVNCT1nTYNuYC7

🚨Are you looking to be a part of the LARGEST ANU STEM society??!?! 🚨

We are inviting YOU 👆 to become a part of our wonderful committee as a First Year Representative OR General Representative 🤗

If you are keen science bean 🫘 looking to be part of a tight-knit and supportive community, build your team-work, organisation and event planning skills 📚 AND help us support some charitable causes THEN this could be a role for you.

✨First Year and General Reps ✨ play a huge role in engagement with the STEM community and supplementing our committee to deliver exciting, funky and fresh events! We strongly encourage you to apply for one of these positions and cannot wait to meet you! We are EAGERLY awaiting your applications and welcome any questions that you may have⁉️

Applications will close on the 14th of March at 5PM!
Application Link: https://forms.gle/QzMhVNCT1nTYNuYC7

Applications for the 2024 ANU Women* in STEM Leadership Conference have now been extended!

This will be the fourth time the conference is running, which has grown with every year, and there are 65 places for attendees. The conference is during the first 2 and a half days of the mid-semester break (2nd, 3rd and 4th of April). It’s free, catered, and packed with events and activities that encourage both leadership + professional development, provide insight from academics + industry professionals, and provide opportunities to meet likeminded peers in similar and differing fields.

Application Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7N9N7ilVOrOXCiTN1rjxAydIMWB9m1jgdY8AOAYThtwiDhA/viewform

Applications will now close at 11:59pm Sunday the 10th of March (Week 3).

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Mariane, Zoe or Charlie at [email protected]

Seize this opportunity to connect with STEM alumni and acquire crucial insights into charting your career journey—attend our STEM Alumni Panel on 5 March 2024, from 1:00 to 1:45 pm at ANU Hanna Neumann building.

Tailored to offer career insights in STEM, the panel will feature alumni from ANU College of Science, College of Health and Medicine and College of Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics to explore your pathways post-graduation.

As a part of ANU Careers Week, this gathering presents a vital opportunity for students to pose specific questions and deepen their grasp of the STEM professional realm, facilitating informed decisions about their career trajectories and opportunities.

Interested? Make sure to register your attendance here:

STEM Alumni Panel - ANU Careers Week Join our STEM Alumni Panel on 5 March 2024 for a deep dive into career paths with ANU STEM alumni. Unlock insights and guidance on navigating your post-graduation journey.

Don't miss this opportunity to engage with employers in STEM and to gain invaluable insights on how to navigate your future career path - join the College of Science's STEM Employer Panel on 5 March 2024, from 12:00 to 12:45 pm at the Hanna Neumann Building Seminar Rooms 1.33 and 1.37.

As a part of ANU Careers Week, the event has been designed with a focus on career perspectives in STEM, the panel will include employers to discuss your options after graduating.

For the College of Science, the employer will be Geoscience, the government's technical adviser on all aspects of geoscience, and custodian of the geographic and geological data and knowledge of the nation.

If this sounds interesting to you, make sure to register your attendance here:

STEM Employer Panel - ANU Careers Week Discover the pathways to a successful STEM career at our Employer Panel on 5 March 2024. Engage with leading professionals from Science, Health and Medicine and Engineering, Computing and Cybernetics and hear firsthand about the opportunities and challenges of a career in STEM.

‼️ GOOD NEWS ‼️
SciPals Mentee applications have been extended till the 29th of February (this coming Thursday) at 11:59PM! 😁

However, SciPals Mentor applications do close 🚨TONIGHT🚨 at 11:59PM, so make sure to get those applications in ASAP!! 😳

Mentor Applications: https://forms.gle/txTp4cuHEtiZpeCx5
Mentee Applications: https://forms.gle/gNrrGkray9zpArDC8

Here’s your friendly reminder that SciPals applications for both Mentors and Mentees close THIS TUESDAY @ 11:59PM

For more information about each role, please see the details below. Additionally, feel free to message us with any questions!

Mentor Applications: https://forms.gle/d744oojes5BfpNJD6
Mentee Applications: https://forms.gle/YeuzNeLmiS6r7ha67

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✨ Mentors ✨

Are you a STEM student in second year or above? Looking to increase your ANU+ volunteering hours up? Want to help guide and connect new STEM students? SciPals is an ANU+ accredited program that aims to welcome and connect new STEM students to the wider science community at the ANU.

As a mentor, you'll be matched with mentee(s) who would benefit immensely from your knowledge and experience. We strongly encourage everyone who wants to share advice, develop mentoring skills and meet new people to sign up! No previous mentoring experience is required as the program is all about sharing advice, tips and tricks that helped you survive your STEM journey at ANU.

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💜 Mentees 💜

Are you a new STEM student in need of some advice and help to make your new life at ANU a whole lot easier? Whether you've just graduated from high school, a new postgraduate student or a STEM student who would just like to be mentored, you're lucky we've got some amazing mentors ready to help you !

SciPals is the perfect program for anyone who wants some guidance and advice in adapting to the science community at the ANU. We will match you with an experienced mentor, usually someone in second-year or above who has a wealth of knowledge in various areas such as study tips, uni life, navigating around uni, etc.

Interested in a free bevvie? Do you want to meet other people in STEM? Come and join one (or more!) of our weekly autonomous coffee catchups at the Little Pickle Café!

✨ BIPOC in STEM - Tuesdays 9-10AM
💜 Women in STEM - Thursdays 9-10AM
‼️ Q***r* in STEM - Fridays 9-10AM

Please note that these events are autonomous, meaning that only those that identify as a part of the relevant group can attend the event.

Here’s your friendly reminder that SciPals applications for both Mentors and Mentees close THIS TUESDAY @ 11:59PM

For more information about each role, please see the details below. Additionally, feel free to message us with any questions!

Mentor Applications: https://forms.gle/d744oojes5BfpNJD6
Mentee Applications: https://forms.gle/YeuzNeLmiS6r7ha67

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✨ Mentors ✨

Are you a STEM student in second year or above? Looking to increase your ANU+ volunteering hours up? Want to help guide and connect new STEM students? SciPals is an ANU+ accredited program that aims to welcome and connect new STEM students to the wider science community at the ANU.

As a mentor, you'll be matched with mentee(s) who would benefit immensely from your knowledge and experience. We strongly encourage everyone who wants to share advice, develop mentoring skills and meet new people to sign up! No previous mentoring experience is required as the program is all about sharing advice, tips and tricks that helped you survive your STEM journey at ANU.

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💜 Mentees 💜

Are you a new STEM student in need of some advice and help to make your new life at ANU a whole lot easier? Whether you've just graduated from high school, a new postgraduate student or a STEM student who would just like to be mentored, you're lucky we've got some amazing mentors ready to help you !

SciPals is the perfect program for anyone who wants some guidance and advice in adapting to the science community at the ANU. We will match you with an experienced mentor, usually someone in second-year or above who has a wealth of knowledge in various areas such as study tips, uni life, navigating around uni, etc.