Four women in science share career tips on International Day of Women and Girls in Science | Leadership - Women's Agenda

Jessie Tu, journalist with Women's Agenda writes, Make lots of mistakes, check your attitude and quit trying to be perfect were just some of the career tips shared this morning at an event co hosted by RMIT and Science and Technology Australia’s SuperStars of STEM, to mark the 4th Annual International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

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The event was held in Melbourne aiming to encourage high school students who identify as female to pursue careers in STEM. 

The event speakers included MC Jacqueline Tate, along with Commissioner for Environmental Sustainability Dr Gillian Sparkes, Professor of Mathematical Sciences at RMIT University Dr Asha Rao, Senior Lecturer of Environmental Engineering at Deakin University Dr Ellen Moon and Dr Amanda Caple, Victoria’s Lead Scientist, who works across the Victorian Government to foster linkages and identify opportunities for economic outcomes through business, research and government connections.

Each speaker had the chance to share their top three tips for making it in the STEM world, as well as providing students with a valuable insight into their world of STEM.
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Source: Women's Agenda