Celebrating Science: Students get up close and personal with UWS wildlife
Students from Penrith South Public School have been celebrating National Science Week with two visits to the University of Western Sydney's Hawkesbury campus this week.
Monday's bad weather notwithstanding, a highlight for the students was a rendezvous with UWS reptile inhabitants. UWS staff gave short presentations about the reptiles and quizzed students on their knowledge about each species. Armed with ipads, students recorded their observations and took photos. Finally there was the highlight of the morning - a much-anticipated chance to interact with the reptiles directly followed by an opportunity to hold their favourite species.
National Science Week is Australia's annual celebration of science and technology and thousands of individuals - from students, to scientists, to chefs and musicians - get involved in more than 1000 science events across the nation. Science Week aims to encourage young people's interest in science and technology while acknowledging the contributions the nation's scientists make to the world of knowledge.
Ends
19 August 2014
Latest News
Western Sydney University recognised for helping transform the lives of students in Myanmar
Western Sydney University’s support for students displaced by the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar has been recognised with another prestigious international award.
Western Sydney University appoints new Dean of Health Sciences
Western Sydney University is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Sarah Lewis as its new Dean of the School of Health Sciences.
Professor Yi-Chen Lan named new President of Fu Jen Catholic University in Taiwan
Western Sydney University warmly congratulates Professor Yi-Chen Lan, who has been named the President-elect of Fu Jen Catholic University in Taiwan.
Mobile options:
