Farzana finalist in space program
Northern Bay College Captain Farzana Mohammad Aref has been shortlisted to attend Space Camp in the USA.
Farzana (pictured) is a finalist in the Endeavour Scholarship, an international STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) education program that each year selects a team of four Australian secondary students and one teacher to travel on an all-expenses paid trip to Space Camp USA.
The scholarship recipients will spend one week at the International Space Camp program in Huntsville, Alabama in July 2025. They will form Mission Team Australia and connect with fellow teams from around the world, fostering international collaboration and long-lasting friendships.
Farzana was selected for her outstanding commitment to her studies and her community. In her nomination, she said: “As a girl with a deep passion for STEM, I faced countless challenges growing up in my home country. Opportunities for girls to pursue careers in STEM were limited, and societal expectations often made it harder to follow my dreams.
“Moving to Australia opened up new possibilities, but the transition came with its own set of hurdles, including adapting to a new educational system and cultural differences.
“Despite these obstacles, my love for STEM only grew stronger. I am fascinated by how technology can solve real-world problems and improve lives, and I am eager to contribute to innovations that make a difference.”