The STEMNET Awards 2011

We are delighted to open the nominations for The STEMNET Awards 2011.

The STEMNET Awards aim to recognise the UK’s most inspirational people for motivating young people in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths.

STEMNET is pleased to announce that The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) has kindly offered a day trip to CERN for the winners of each award. Winners will be announced at The STEMNET Awards 2011 Final taking place at the House of Lords on 13th December, hosted by Lord Sainsbury.

From Monday 5th September to Monday 3rd October, there will be the opportunity to nominate yourself or on behalf of others for the following awards:
Most Dedicated STEM Ambassador - for those Ambassadors who have made a significant contribution to the programme.
Most Dedicated Employer - for those employers that have supported their employees to become an Ambassador and then to actively engage through this with their local schools.
Most Dedicated Teacher- for those teachers who have proactively engaged with the programme for the benefit of their pupils and school
Most Dedicated STEM Club - for those STEM Clubs which have proactively engaged with the programme for the benefit of their pupils and school

STEMNET is excited to launch a new award for 2011: The Most Inspirational Technician Award, sponsored by The Gatsby Charitable Foundation. This award aims to recognise the work of a technician who can demonstrate they have inspired young people to follow technician career routes

There is no limit to the number of categories you can nominate in and all finalists will be decided by an expert panel.

The closing date for nominations is Monday 3rd October. If you require further information please contact Natasha Warren at events@stemnet.org.uk