An overhead shot of the Annual Winnipeg Schools’ Science Fair at the Bannatyne Campus
Bringing students to campus: Science fair provides an opportunity to engage
WHAT: The Winnipeg Schools’ Science Fair brings hundreds of Grade 4-12 participants to the U of M every year. More than 400 students proudly present their scientific skills at the Bannatyne campus.
HOW IT WORKS: Members of the College of Medicine and industry experts are among the volunteer judges. Students are encouraged to identify, plan and solve a problem—or sets of problems—using science inquiry from one of the nine project categories, which include: automotive and engineering; biology; chemistry; computer and information technology; consumer science; earth and environmental science; physics and mathematics; social science; and sustainable development and innovation.
WHY IT’S IMPORTANT: The fair provides the young scientists with a platform to exchange ideas with other participants, as well as discuss their research and make connections with experts in the field.
ITS REACH: The day-long event, hosted by the U of M’s College of Medicine, involves participants from more than 30 Winnipeg School Division schools.
THE INSPIRATION: “It gives us a chance to engage with the students and see how excited they are to showcase their projects—it’s a great experience for everyone,” says Brian Postl, dean of the College of Medicine and dean & vice-provost of the Faculty of Health Sciences.
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