Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium (JSEHS)
The Florida Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium (JSEHS) has been bringing Florida science teachers, high school students and select middle school students to UF since 1963. The main components of this program are visits to research laboratories across campus, a judged speaker competition for 11-12th grade student researchers, and an opportunity for 9-10th grade students to give presentations as a practice for future judged competitions. Additionally, students are invited to bring posters to display throughout the symposium.
Click here to see the 2009 JSEHS General Schedule.
The JSEHS is designed to:
Search out talented youth and help them develop their interests and abilities in science;
Assist students in career explorations by revealing opportunities in the sciences;
Provide recognition and prestige for students who demonstrate aptitude for scientific studies;
Offer teachers the opportunity to motivate students and update knowledge about current research;
Demonstrate the vital role of the humanities in the development of scientists and engineers.
Comments from Past Participants
"The atmosphere was business-like and adult. Science had a distinct air of importance."
"The symposium was wonderful! It's a great learning experience where one has a chance to look into the fields of study they are interested in. It is no wonder that this program has been such a success for thirty-five years."
"It was an enriching experience to have the opportunity to talk to the actual researchers, not just see them on television or read about them in magazines, journals or books."
"The ability to nurture our highly motivated students and recognize their talents was a refreshing experience."
