A force for change in STEM

While she is thriving in her physics and maths studies, Ellie feels the pressure of being one of the few females in her degree. She says, “I’ve found it very isolating at times and hard to raise my own opinions without the fear that I will be judged by those around me.”

Last year, in recognition of her outstanding ATAR results, Ellie was awarded the $1,000 Aurora Women in STEM Scholarship.

“This scholarship has offered me validation that I’m on the right path and has empowered me in my study of physics.”

Later this year Ellie is hoping to go on a student exchange to the University of East Anglia – one of the top environmental science universities in the UK. She says the scholarship will help her get there.

“Thank you for the scholarship, it really has made a difference to me and I hope it continues to help others,” says Ellie who is keen to inspire more women to study STEM.

“One of my career aims is to find a role, such as a high school teacher or researcher, where I can inspire and encourage more girls to study science.”

You can encourage more women like Ellie to take up a career in STEM by donating to the Aurora Women in STEM Scholarship.

100% of your donation will support high achieving female students studying STEM, with a focus on physics.

^{Published March 2023. Author: Lynda Allen.}