USI to host 17th annual Tri-state Science and Engineering Fair
The University of Southern Indiana is excited to host the 17th annual Tri-State Science and Engineering Fair on Thursday and Friday, March 13-14, in Carter Hall, located in University Center West on campus. This event will bring together nearly 250 student exhibitors from across the Tri-state region, showcasing their design projects and scientific research.
The Tri-State Science and Engineering Fair encourages students to explore STEM through hands-on learning, problem-solving and experimentation. Students will receive valuable feedback from professionals in STEM fields and compete for top honors, including cash awards and advancement opportunities to the Hoosier Science and Engineering Fair.
The fair welcomes K-12 students from public, private, parochial and homeschool settings within a 75-mile radius of USI. Participants will present innovative design projects and scientific research across a wide range of STEM fields, including engineering, environmental science, biology, chemistry, physics and technology. Projects will be judged on creativity, scientific thought, design and real-world application.
Event Details:
- Judging: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, March 13
- Public Exhibition: 9 a.m. to noon Friday, March 14
- Awards Ceremony: 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, March 17
- Location: Carter Hall, USI University Center West
This year’s fair is proudly sponsored by AstraZeneca and CountryMark Refining and Logistics, with additional awards and support provided by many STEM businesses, organizations and donors. These entities continue to demonstrate their strong commitment to growing and celebrating Southwest Indiana’s expanding base of young STEM professionals by recognizing and encouraging student achievements in science and engineering.
For more information about the Tri-State Science and Engineering Fair, visit USI.edu/stem.
