Wisconsin Institute for Science Education and Community Engagement
"I am most looking forward to building connections with my peers and supporting others as they navigate their college experience in STEM. I am excited to share what I have learned and to continue learning from those around me."
"I am excited to teach younger STEM students about opportunities I didn't even know existed when I was a freshman in college."
We are thrilled to announce the winning designs of the 2025 WISCIENCE Sticker Contest! “Celebrate Research” was this year’s theme. Students were encouraged to create designs exploring all things research—from the processes and tools to the unique discoveries that have impacted our world. We received more than 20 entries—all offering a wide range of ideas …
Savannah Finley is a 2025 WISCIENCE STEM Public Service Fellow and a graduate student pursuing a PhD in environmental chemistry and technology with a minor in environmental policy. She has a BS in chemistry with a minor in mathematics from Michigan State University. In her free time, she enjoys outdoor activities, rock wall climbing, volleyball, …
"I'm really proud of the research that I have been able to be a part of at the Waisman Center...I have been able to combine my neuroscientific interests with my linguistic interests, and that has been an extremely rewarding experience."
"I love it when I'm able to help people, engage in meaningful conversations, and gain new perspectives."
"My interest in STEM was sparked by the science teachers that I’ve had throughout by education career."
"I am proud of how intentional I have been in shaping my extracurricular experiences to reflect my career goals, from working with students as a General Chemistry Lab Assistant to participating in undergraduate chemistry education research."
"Being a peer leader is an opportunity to help others find rewarding experiences in STEM. Sometimes all it takes is a little support that we as peer leaders may be able to offer."
"Being a peer leader has shown me that leadership isn’t about having all the answers, it’s about growing alongside others."