Brigidine Celebrates Women in Science

We were thrilled to host Brigidine’s first Women in Science Expo in the Anita Murray Centre in February. Keynote Speaker and inspirational Astrophysicist and Science Communicator, Kirsten Banks, shared her expertise and passion for space and astronomy with a presentation on the night sky from an Indigenous perspective.

Brigidine students gave their own presentations on science-related topics and experiences including visiting NASA, involvement in the National Youth Science Forum, Stage 6 Depth Studies and Science Extension projects.

The evening concluded with Brigidine alumni Aisling Tutaan Class of 2022, Natalie Bowesman Class of 2021, Elle Miller Class of 2016 and Brianne Clarke Class of 2016 sharing their post-school pursuits, aspirations and careers in science.

Congratulations to Jasmine Mulholland and Raya Santos (Year 12) for co-hosting the event and to Hakone Liceralde, Veronica Scully (Year 8), Paige Copley (Year 9), Georgie Calleia and Georgie Thomas (Year 10), Hayley Christie, Katie McCrindle, Sophie McGrath, Mia Perry and Jana Weingartner (Year 11) and Jessica Hildebrandt and Hannah Thonell (Year 12) for their presentations.

We give huge thanks to Mr Byron Usmar for the time and effort he put into organising this highly successful event. We are already looking forward to next year’s Women in Science event!

ROB FARR HEAD OF SCIENCE