EmpowerHER STEM Summit
Calling all future STEM-INISTS!
The University of Wollongong is excited to bring back the EmpowerHER STEM Summit in 2026, a two-day, hands-on STEM experience designed exclusively for female students in years 10, 11 & 12.
Held during the Winter school holidays, this immersive event aims to raise the STEM-bar for girls and ignite their passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM)!
What to Expect
EmpowerHER STEM Summit is split across two action-packed days!
Day 1: Explore UOW's vibrant Wollongong Campus and rotate through exciting STEM taster-sessions lead by UOW academics!
Day 2: Journey to Bluescope and experience local STEM in action. Meet current Bluescope cadets and learn first-hand what it means to be a working woman in STEM! End the day with a UOW STEM Clubs expo.
Students will at all times be accompanied by faculty, current students, and industry professionals to deliver an enriching and collaborative experience.
Places are limited, apply now via the link below!
Are you in Year 7 to 9? Applications open October 2026. Want to be the first to know? Share your email and we’ll notify you as soon as applications go live.
Event Details
Dates: Tuesday 7th July & Wednesday 8th July 2026
Time: 8am - 4pm each day
Locations: University of Wollongong - Wollongong Campus & Bluescope
Cost: $120 for both days.
Fully sponsored places are available for disadvantaged students, please contact us at future-events@uow.edu.au to privately discuss your situation.
Who Can Attend? Female students in Years 10, 11, & 12 who are passionate about STEM!
Registration Closes: 19th June 2026
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