Celebrate #UTGirlDay with @UTWiSTEM
Elementary and middle school students, families, and educators are invited to join us for FREE hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fun on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. til 4:00 p.m. CT on The University of Texas at Austin campus. (Traduzca esta pagina.)
UT Austin’s national award-winning STEM Girl Day recruitment program, presented by Women in STEM (WiSTEM), gives K-8th graders a chance to explore STEM through grade-appropriate, hands-on activities hosted by scientists, engineers, astronomers, mathematicians and other STEM enthusiasts from student organizations, research centers, corporate partners and community organizations. All genders are welcome!
STEM Girl Day 2025 Presenting Partners & Impact Report:
Thank you to STEM Girl Day Presenting Partners Halliburton, Hologic, Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation, and Visa and all sponsors for helping keep the day free for all to attend. Check out the STEM Girl Day 2025 Impact Report for participation demographics and impact data for the February 22, 2025 event.
The Summer 2025 STEM Girl Day Glass Shop Imaginary Invention Contest is OPEN!
Calling all K-8th graders: Do you have an idea for an imaginary invention that can solve a real problem in our world? Imagine an invention that will solve a real problem in our world. What would the invention look like? How would it work? What will it do? The submission deadline is July 31.
Discover STEM through Art on Campus
Explore Landmarks' public art collection from a STEM perspective. Download the STEM Girl Day Landmarks Scavenger Hunt and make STEM connections across the UT Austin campus.
Get notified when K-8th Grade Participant registration opens for STEM Girl Day 2026
Group and individual student registration will open December 1st through the event date. All registrants receive event logistics, free parking instructions, grade-specific activity guides, and other information to help navigate the day. Sign up for our monthly WiSTEM K12 eNewsletteer now!
Get notified when organization applications open for STEM Girl Day 2026
Each year, corporate, community, and campus partners are invited to join in and support STEM Girl Day at UT Austin. Lead a hands-on activity or demonstration. Sponsor a STEM Girl Day themed adventure. Get involved and inspire our future STEM workforce!
#UTGirlDay is always a chaperoned event and minors must attend all programming with an adult. The University of Texas at Austin will not take custodial responsibility for minors while participating in STEM Girl Day at UT Austin. Custodial responsibility will remain with teachers, parents, legal guardians, and chaperones throughout the event.
STEM Girl Day at UT Austin is a celebration of all areas of science, technology, engineering, and math. It incorporates the international event Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day (Girl Day) celebrated during Engineers Week each year. STEM Girl Day at UT Austin is one of many university recruitment events designed to broaden participation in STEM majors and career paths.
STEM Girl Day at UT Austin is followed by celebrations including March 1st Texas Girls in STEM Day, March 4th World Engineering Day, Women's History Month throughout the month of March.
Curious about last year's STEM Girl Day event? Check out the latest STEM Girl Day Impact Report for more information.
At Women in STEM (WiSTEM) at The University of Texas at Austin, we’re not just about science, technology, engineering, and math—we’re about unleashing the power of curiosity. Imagine a vibrant community where inspired minds collide, where STEM leaders emerge with confidence and passion. Our Mission: To ignite the spark in every student, regardless of gender, and propel them toward STEM greatness. From pre-college to undergraduates, we’re here to fuel every student's STEM journey.