Curious Minds

Curious Minds empowers girls who are passionate, and have high potential in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to explore education and careers in STEM, through an eight-month hands-on extension and mentoring program.

Do you have a curious mind?

If you’re a young woman who is in Year 8 or 9, who is passionate about STEM subjects, or if you’re a female professional working in the STEM industry and would like to become a coach, you can learn more and express your interest in participating in future programs…

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News & Stories

"I want to encourage high-school female students to pursue their careers in STEM fields if they are interested in Math. I want to help them to overcome some misbeliefs and worries. I believe that female engineers can bring diversity to engineering."

Elena Shulyak — STEM Coach
Recently, the 2025-26 Curious Minds program held its second Connect Event, with a range of stories shared by alumni about their experiences, projects and current achievements that were insightful and inspiring. These online events happen throughout the program, providing students an opportunity to catch up, learn and engage.

Inspiring Stories from Alumni – Connect Event 2025-26 Program — Story
During the first two weeks of July, 99 outstanding female students attended our residential camps held in Adelaide and Canberra. The winter camp culminates in a six-day camp where students will meet and take part in hands-on STEM activities, facilitated through our university partners.

Curiousity piqued at winter camp! — Story