Junior Council Interest Application | Indiana Academy of Science

Thank you for your interest in the IAS Junior Council. The Junior Council is designed for motivated students (grades 7–12) who are interested in science leadership, outreach, research, and professional development. Members will have opportunities to volunteer at IAS events, present research, assist with Academy initiatives, and develop leadership skills alongside scientists and educators across Indiana.

Name *

First

Last

Preferred Name (if different)

Grade Level (right now) *

School Name *

City *

Student Email Address *

Section 2: Parent/Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian Name *

Parent/Guardian Email *

Parent/Guardian Phone Number *

Section 3: Interest & Involvement

Why are you interested in joining the IAS Junior Council? *

What areas of science interest you most? (Check all that apply) *

Have you ever participated in: *

If you selected other:

Would you be interested in: *

Presenting a poster at the IAS Annual Meeting
Competing in the Science Talent Search (STS) Competition
Volunteering at IAS events
Helping recruit other students
Serving in a leadership role
All of the above

Section 4: Commitment

Junior Council members are expected to: Attend virtual meetings, volunteer at at least one IAS event annually, act as ambassadors for science in their schools

Are you able to commit to this? *

Yes
I have questions

Are you willing to help recruit other students to join the Junior Council? *

Yes
Not at this time
Maybe

Anything else you would like us to know about you?

Final Statement (Checkbox Required) *

I understand that this is an interest form and that membership is contingent upon review and communication from IAS leadership.

How did you hear about IAS Junior Council? *

If you selected other: