Lana Jeffs

^{Lana went to school in the Moreton Bay region, and is our School Engagement Officer. She is currently studying a Master of Teaching (Secondary) at UniSC and is an experienced presenter who has teaching experience in both primary and secondary school settings. Lana loves seeing students develop knowledge and skills and being a part of their learning journey. In 2023 Lana was shortlisted for the UniSC Outstanding Alumni Awards for Regional Engagement.}

Sam Whale

^{Sam went to school in Brisbane and is an experienced Game Developer, very tech savvy and is one of our lead Primary trained presenters in Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast regions. Sam has gained incredible confidence delivering lessons in a wide range of schools across multiple regions and year levels, and loves STEM and encouraging students who love STEM to pursue their passions.}

Jade Kirk

_{Jade went to school in Gympie and is currently studying a Bachelor of Primary Education at the UniSC Fraser Coast campus. Jade has a passion for all things STEM, and enjoys bringing a different approach to learning into classrooms and delivering lessons that are fun and hands on.}

Alex Mewha

^{Alex grew up in Gympie, QLD, and is now studying a Bachelor of Information, Communication and Technology at UniSC. As a MindSET-do Presenter, he is passionate about engaging students in hands-on STEM activities and creating positive learning experiences. Alex encourages students to embrace every moment, believing that “a day is never wasted if you smile even once!”}

Asha Cooper

^{Asha went to school in Quilpie and is currently studying a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at UniSC on the Sunshine Coast. Asha is fascinated with psychology and STEM and loves sharing her knowledge and passion for these subjects with students, inspiring the next generation.}

Duncan Sayers

_{Duncan is a Master of Teaching (Secondary) student at UniSC who loves hands-on learning. As a kid, he was a quiet, curious science lover who spent his free time biking and exploring. Now, he brings that same curiosity to the classroom, making STEM fun and interactive for students. His advice? “Be yourself, stay curious, and explore what excites you!}“

Annette Varday

_{Annette grew up in North Rocks, N.S.W., and is now studying a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at UniSC. As a MindSET-do Presenter, she is passionate about inspiring curiosity and encouraging students to have fun with STEM. Annette loves engaging with students, saying, “It’s great to have a laugh with them through learning and teaching.”}

Jasmine Birks

^{Jasmine went to school in the Fraser Coast region and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Primary Education at UniSC. With a passion for technology, Jasmine is eager to share her enthusiasm with students, helping them develop essential skills that will pave the way for lifelong success. She is dedicated to inspiring the next generation through innovative teaching and a commitment to fostering a love for learning}

Courtney Lewis

^{Courtney grew up on the Sunshine Coast and in Moreton Bay, with a passion for animals, space, and science. Now pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy, she loves showing students that science is exciting and hands-on. Courtney encourages students to embrace their passions, reminding them, “It’s okay to be really passionate about your interests and to always follow them.”}

Slbi Lee

_{Slbi is from South Korea and is currently studying a Bachelor of Psychology at UniSC on the Sunshine Coast. Slbi enjoys having the experience of teaching students in class and the opportunity to interact with different age groups}.

Grace Smith

_{Grace went to school on the Sunshine Coast and is currently studying the Bachelor of Science (Honours) at UniSC. She is one of our Secondary presenters on the Sunshine Coast and loves learning, getting to meet students to talk all about science and would like to work in education one day.}

Diana Chirizzi

^{Diana went to school in the South Burnett region and is currently studying a Bachelor of Primary Education at UniSC. Diana inspires her students and supports their STEM learning whilst also improving her own skills. She loves seeing the passion for STEM that students have, including those students who didn’t even realise they had the passion to begin with.}

Sian Whiting

^{Sian went to school in the Moreton Bay region and is currently studying a Bachelor of Primary Education at UniSC. Sian loves contributing to STEM experiences in classrooms, seeking participation from students, being encouraging, responding, and seeing the positive outcomes of their learning and discovery.}

Kimberly Purcell

^{Kimberley went to school on the Sunshine Coast, and is currently studying a Master of Teaching (Primary) at UniSC. She is a student-focused teacher and one of our lead Primary trained presenters. Kimberley loves seeing the confidence and satisfaction that the experience of MindSET-do lessons can provide students and the value of hands-on learning, which translates into highly relevant skills for students’ futures in STEM.}

Daniel Poeppmann

^{Daniel went to school on the Gold Coast, and is currently studying a Bachelor of Primary Education at UniSC, Fraser Coast. He loves seeing the enthusiasm of all students when they get to experience the fun and engaging STEM activities}