Biology, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES) Day
The Biology, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES) Day is an annual event that showcases some of the exciting career choices and opportunities in science. It is designed to increase students’ awareness of real science jobs and encourage them to consider science pathways when selecting subjects at high school.
The event will be held at Curtin University and teachers can register to receive the presentations selection for their groups. Please complete and return to the address indicated and share with your colleagues.
The 2025 event is Friday 5th September please find an Expression of Interest form for you to register your school group.
Biodiversity Educator, Science Communicator and Artist
Angela Rossen
Angela Rossen is an artist who works with scientists in three West Australian research institutions to bring their research and young career scientists out of the academy into schools and community settings. She delivers multidisciplinary workshops in biodiversity education with schools and community groups throughout Western Australia. Her presentation covers some of the pathways students can take in environmental conservation including a career in the sciences, teaching, the arts and or science communication. The multidisciplinary workplaces of the future will require flexibility, inspiration and determination. This presentation is relevant to anyone who wants to throw their energy into creating the green future our planet needs.
Aquaculture Research UWA
Isobel Sewell
Increasing sustainability in aquaculture through targeted research. Have you ever wondered where your fish comes from? Isobel Sewell discusses her research into finding out how the process of growing fish works, and the troubles the industry faces in terms of sustainability. Isobel also shares the many projects, places and the opportunity to learn techniques used by scientists to combat these issues.
South East Regional Community Urban Landcare (SERCUL)
Natasha Bowden
Natasha Bowden is the Education and Promotion Manager for the South East Regional Centre for Urban Landcare (SERCUL). She coordinates the Phosphorus Awareness Project, a program funded by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), and the Fertilise Wise and Mozzie Wise programs. As part of her role, she educates the community and school groups on a broad range of topics relating to waterways, plants and animals including nutrients, algae, aquatic weeds, fish, frogs, turtles, dragonflies and native plants. Click here to view the Traditional Uses of South West WA Plants online resource as an example of Natasha’s work.
Electrotechnology
Jarrad
Jarrad enjoyed the technical aspect of previous jobs he had worked in. This led him to complete an apprenticeship in UEE30811 Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician with Rio Tinto.
Environmental Monitoring and Technology
Sonam
Sonam Wangchuk studied a MSS50216 Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology at NMT’s East Perth campus. He is now completing a Master’s degree at ECU.
Dental Assisting
Michelle
Michelle Gidgup studied a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (HLT45015) at North Metropolitan TAFE’s Oral Health Centre in Nedlands.