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The Mayor, Lilian Seenoi-Barr pictured with students from Lumen Christi College who took part in Friday's challenge.
St. Mary’s College, in collaboration with Ulster University, proudly hosted the prestigious Amelia Earhart STEM Challenge 2025 on Friday last, welcoming 80 Year 9 students from schools across Northern Ireland for an inspiring and action-packed day focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Held at Ulster University’s Magee Campus, the event honoured the pioneering legacy of Amelia Earhart — the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic — by encouraging young people to embrace curiosity, innovation, and problem-solving through a variety of engaging STEM challenges.
Throughout the day, students worked in teams to complete a series of tasks designed to test their critical thinking, collaboration, and STEM knowledge. Activities ranged from hands-on engineering tasks to logic puzzles and innovation-based problems, all designed to reflect real-world applications of STEM.
At the end of a competitive and exciting competition, Enniskillen Royal Grammar School were the overall winners. Oakgrove Integrated College from the city secured second place, with Creggan school St. Cecilia’s finishing in third place.
The winners will now enjoy a unique and thrilling experience — a helicopter ride, generously sponsored by Cutting Edge Helicopters and City of Derry Airport. Their support helped to create a memorable reward that reflects the spirit of adventure and exploration central to the event’s theme.
IN PICTURES: Prestigious Amelia Earhart STEM Challenge 2025
The Amelia Earhart STEM Challenge continues to grow each year, drawing participation from a diverse range of schools and students. The event plays an important role in promoting STEM subjects, encouraging teamwork, and inspiring young people — particularly girls — to consider future careers in engineering and technology.
St. Mary’s College and Ulster University extend thanks to all participating schools, staff, volunteers, and sponsors for helping make the 2025 challenge such a resounding success.
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