Once again this year, many members of the university community (researchers, PhD students, laboratory technicians, students, etc.) got involved to help schools and the general public discover the sciences, studies and scientific professions, and share the university's knowledge and know-how.
School activities to explore science and technology
Throughout the week, numerous activities were offered to primary and secondary school students by members of the university. From exploring the universe to discovering robotics, from a laboratory on bacteria to a journey through biodiversity, the university's students, research institutes and various departments enabled pupils and teachers to visit and take part in fun, interactive and participatory activities.
Activities for the curious
In the evenings during the week, on Wednesday afternoons and at weekends, a number of activities aimed at the general public were organized: a "Chill&Sciences" science café on the theme of rare materials found in our smartphones, physics and robotics demonstrations, and a visit to the Antoine Thomas Astronomical Observatory, all of which enabled the public to discover UNamur, science and technology.
Activities proposed by UNamur students
UNamur students are also involved in designing and leading activities for schools and the general public; whether as part of their course, their kot-à-projet or out of a passion for transmitting science.
For example, the spatial game space set up by Block 3 bachelor of mathematical sciences students as part of their courses, or the famous "Rallye Math" during which students, researchers and teams from the mathematics department create fun and sporting events.
That's not all: this year, students from the History of Art and Archaeology department offered the "Vieilleries et chefs-d'œuvre!" activity, which allowed students to immerse themselves in the shoes of a researcher and discover the methods and facets of the material heritage professions. Students from the "Bio Kot" kot-à-projet, meanwhile, offered a workshop on seedlings for the general public.
For the second year running, students from the Science and Medicine Bac 1 English course were introduced to the oral popularization of scientific concepts in the form of videos as part of the "It's not rocket science!" project. The most convincing videos were selected to take part in the competition held during Printemps des Sciences.
