This is an opportunity for public and private middle school students (grades 6–8) in the Tuscaloosa area. Winners may go on to participate in the Central Alabama Regional Science and Engineering Fair at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Congratulations to all 2025 STEM Showcase participants!
Tell us your idea.
This is an opportunity for public and private middle school students (grades 6–8) in the Tuscaloosa area. Winners may go on to participate in the Central Alabama Regional Science and Engineering Fair at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Biology
Chemistry
Engineering
Environmental
& Earth Sciences
Mathematics
& Computer Science
Medicine
& Health Science
Physical Sciences (including space)
Behavioral
& Social Sciences
Energy & Transportation
Just what the judges are looking for.
Judging criteria for science projects:
I. Research Question
II. Design and Methodology
III. Execution: Data Collection, Analysis & Interpretation
IV. Creativity
V. Presentation
Judging criteria for engineering projects:
I. Research Problem
II. Design and Methodology
III. Execution: Construction and Testing
IV. Creativity
V. Presentation
Become a mentor or a judge.
UA faculty, staff and graduate student volunteers are needed to serve as mentors and judges.
Mentor Commitment
- Connect monthly with schools
- Guide & advise project development
- Timeline: September–February
Judging Commitment
- Judge video submissions via provided ISEF criteria
- Attend prepatory judges meeting
- Timeline: January-February
