Welcome to the greatest science communication competition in the West! Watch UBC Physics & astronomy undergraduate students compete for glory at this popular event!
What is a Science Slam?
We have partnered with Science Slam Canada to being you this fun evening whereby showcasing student presenters (or “slammers”) as they explain a science concept, law or theory in 5 minutes (this is a timed event!) without the use of academic slides or vocabulary, to a high school audience. Slammers are judged on their presentation engagement, science accuracy, and creativity.
We invite UBC undergrads and high school students and their families to join us and cheer on our slammers! Staff advisors and faculty will be available on-site to answer questions about our programs, courses and more about physics and astronomy. High school students have the chance to win prizes, engage with undergraduate science students and ask questions about research opportunities, jobs, and university life in the Faculty of Science at UBC.
Why do we do this?
The Department of Physics & Astronomy Outreach strives to provide relevant science communication opportunities for students at the undergraduate level to better prepare them for science careers in academia, business, education and industry.
In the spirit of inspiring all young scientists, we invite you to join us for this very entertaining family science event!
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Get your free tickets to this event via Eventbrite. We look forward to meeting you!
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2026-02-11T17:30:002026-02-11T19:30:00Winter 2026 Science Slam!Event Information:
Welcome to the greatest science communication competition in the West! Watch UBC Physics & astronomy undergraduate students compete for glory at this popular event!
What is a Science Slam?
We have partnered with Science Slam Canada to being you this fun evening whereby showcasing student presenters (or “slammers”) as they explain a science concept, law or theory in 5 minutes (this is a timed event!) without the use of academic slides or vocabulary, to a high school audience. Slammers are judged on their presentation engagement, science accuracy, and creativity.
We invite UBC undergrads and high school students and their families to join us and cheer on our slammers! Staff advisors and faculty will be available on-site to answer questions about our programs, courses and more about physics and astronomy. High school students have the chance to win prizes, engage with undergraduate science students and ask questions about research opportunities, jobs, and university life in the Faculty of Science at UBC.
Why do we do this?
The Department of Physics & Astronomy Outreach strives to provide relevant science communication opportunities for students at the undergraduate level to better prepare them for science careers in academia, business, education and industry.
In the spirit of inspiring all young scientists, we invite you to join us for this very entertaining family science event!
Registration
Get your free tickets to this event via Eventbrite. We look forward to meeting you!Event Location:
HENN 202
