Wiki Club SATI/Events/Introductory Session on Wiki Science Competition 2025
Organiser
[edit]Session Introduction
[edit]Anushka Patel, who served as the Campus Ambassador for SATI in the Wiki Science Competition 2025 campaign, shares her experiences, strategies, and insights from leading outreach and engagement efforts on campus. This session highlights the impact of student-led initiatives in promoting open science and Wikimedia projects within academic institutions.
Event Details
[edit]Date: Saturday, 30 August 2025
Time: 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM (IST)
Duration: 60 min
Agenda
[edit]This session will cover the following key points:
| Program |
|---|
| 1. Welcome & Introduction |
| 2. The Campus Ambassador Role |
| 3. Activities & Outcomes |
| 4. Challenges & Learnings |
| 5. Contributions to Campaign |
| 6. Interactive Q&A |
| 7. Closing Remarks |
Description
[edit]Wiki Science Competition 2025 Introductory Session
The Wiki Science Competition 2025 Introductory Session was a lively and engaging online gathering that brought together science lovers, photographers, educators, and students from India and beyond. For the very first time, India is proudly hosting this global competition, and the session was all about introducing participants to this exciting opportunity to share scientific knowledge through amazing visuals on Wikimedia Commons.
People got to know about the different competition categories, how to participate, and the prizes up for grabs. They also saw some incredible winning images from previous years that truly inspire. Organized by the passionate team at Wiki Club SATI, the event was a fantastic space to spark creativity, collaboration, and celebrate India’s rich scientific heritage with the world.
Participants
[edit]- Shreya (talk)
- Suyash Dwivedi (talk)
- Abhay Yadav
- Devansh Patel
- Zeeshan Shah
- Arthav
- Nitin
- Aditiya
- Manas
- Bhupendra
- Lalit Jindal
- Harsh Pandey
- Adarsh Dubey
- Siddharth Singh Baghel
- Ishaan Chourasia
- Shashank Malviya
- Divyansh Singh
Outcome
[edit]The Wiki Science Competition 2025 Intro session was a fantastic opportunity for SATI students to learn about the competition, participation process, and exciting prizes. Anushka Patel, our SATI Campus Ambassador, shared valuable tips and motivated many students to actively take part and express their passion for science through creative visuals.
The lively Q&A cleared up lots of questions, making it easy for newcomers to jump in. Plus, seeing past winners’ amazing photos really got everyone excited to contribute their own. Hosted by Wiki Club SATI, the event boosted our community spirit and set the stage for a fantastic Wiki Science Competition 2025!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
[edit]Here are some of the common questions asked during the session:
1. Who can attend this session?
Anyone interested can join, students from all backgrounds are welcome!
2. What is the Wiki Science Competition?
It's a global contest where people share science-related photos on Wikimedia.
3. What is a Campus Ambassador in this context?
A student who helps promote and guide others during the campaign.
4. What will I learn in this session?
You'll learn how to take part in the competition and upload your photos.
5. Can I become a Campus Ambassador for future campaigns?
Yes! Anyone interested can apply in the future.
6. Do I need to be a science student to contribute?
No, anyone can contribute science-related photos.
7. Will I receive a certificate for attending this session?
Yes, certificates will be provided to participants.
8. How can I participate in the Wiki Science Competition myself?
You'll learn the steps in the session. It's easy and open to all!
9. Are there any prizes or recognition for contributors?
Yes, top contributions may win prizes or be featured globally.
10. Where can I see the contributions made by SATI students?
A link will be shared showing all uploaded work by SATI participants.
Media
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