Twenty Newfoundland and Labrador students who excel in academics were recognized on April 11 for the 2025 Research Inspired Student Enrichment (RISE) Awards. The recipients were announced by the Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, at a ceremony in St. John's.
Rise Awards are presented to Level II high school students who demonstrate academic excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The winners will attend one of three enrichment programs offered at the following locations:
- Research Science Institute located at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
- Boston Leadership Institute located in Wellesley, Massachusetts
- Da Vinci Engineering Enrichment Program at the University of Toronto
Information on the award recipients and the summer programs is included in the backgrounder below.
The Department of Industry, Energy and Technology provides approximately $320,000 for tuition, accommodations and travel stipends for the students to participate in the enrichment programs. The selection process for RISE Award winners includes an assessment of academic achievement, as well as written essays in which applicants must highlight plans for future study, career and research interests, and how those interests are relevant to Newfoundland and Labrador.
The RISE Awards help foster early development of the talent in demand for the province's workforce, and introduce youth to the many possible careers in science-based fields, while celebrating their academic achievements.
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"Year after year I am amazed at the drive and focus of the RISE Award winners, both in the classroom and in their extracurricular activities. We are proud to celebrate and reward their hard work with these awards. These summer enrichment programs have been shown to open doors and help students make connections that further their studies and careers for years to come. Congratulations to this year's winners! We know they are going to be great ambassadors for our province."
Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology
Learn more
Backgrounder : 2025 RISE Awards Recipients
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