The results of the 35th annual Great Women in Engineering and Science Essay Contest are in! The competition was fierce again this year with 35 entries from 7 schools in Colorado and Wyoming. A panel of 8 volunteer judges enjoyed reviewing all of the essays. Congratulations to every entrant! 

The top three awards are a $75, $50, and $25 prize in addition to a science kit and science book. The honorable merit recipients will receive a science kit, and the honorable mention recipients will receive a science book. The top three award winners are listed below in no particular order. They will also be announced in a video that will be shared with the teachers of the finalists.

Emerson Rosenau of Parker, CO for an essay on Catherine (Kate) Gleason. Emerson attends 6th grade at Parker Core Knowledge Charter School and was sponsored by teacher Heather Puckett.

Anika Sharma of Parker, CO for an essay on Sophie Germain. Anika attends 6th grade at Parker Core Knowledge Charter School and was sponsored by teacher Heather Puckett.

Amulya Thakkalapatti of Parker, CO for an essay on Beatrice Hicks. Amulya attends 6th grade at Parker Core Knowledge Charter School and was sponsored by teacher Heather Puckett.

The Society of Women Engineers Rocky Mountain Section awards scholarships each year to students entering college and students in college in CO & WY. These scholarships are meant to help students continue to excel and reach their educational goals. This year’s scholarship recipients were honored at the SWE RMS Spring Summit Award Ceremony on April 2nd.