BEMIDJI — Bemidji State University is accepting applications from students in grades 6-12 for the Northern Minnesota Regional Science Fair, hosted Feb. 28 at BSU.
Particularly for students attending schools that no longer host local fairs, the fair allows students to register and compete directly in a regional competition and potentially qualify for a state-level fair in March.
Students who live in one of 18 northern Minnesota counties: Aitkin, Beltrami, Benton, Cass, Clearwater, Crow Wing, Hubbard, Itasca, Kittson, Koochiching, Lake of the Woods, Marshall, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pennington, Red Lake, Reed. or Wadena – are eligible to submit projects. Students must register their projects before February 10.
Organizers described the fair as “a celebration of scientific exploration and innovation,” allowing participating students to win prizes in their respective categories. Special prizes will also be awarded to projects demonstrating innovation and the potential for real-world impact. The best projects will be promoted to compete at the 87th Annual Minnesota Science and Engineering Fair March 28 at the State Fair Grounds in St. Paul.
For those looking for tips on completing a science fair project and navigating the paperwork, comprehensive tutorials are available at
bemidjistate.edu/conferences/science-fair/
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“These resources are designed to support students at every stage of their science journey, from conceptualization to presentation,” said. Dr. Kjerstin Owens, professor of biology and one of the fair coordinators, in a press release.
For questions about the show or to register projects, contact the show organizers at
NorthernMNScienceFair@bemidjistate.edu
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