Judges and Volunteers Inspire
OSSEF Judges Foster Curiosity
STEM professionals and academic researchers in the science, health, teaching, engineering
and related fields volunteer their time and expertise as judges. OSSEF judges frequently
return and remark on this rewarding experience. Over 175 judges are needed annually.
OSSEF judging will take place on the morning of Friday, March 27, 2026.
Volunteers Make Magic Happen
OSSEF would not be possible without dozens of volunteers sharing their time and talents
on OSSEF day and through year-round preparations. Volunteers are crucial to the project
display review, hands-on learning activities, media and marketing, awards ceremony
and other program operations.