Excellence in Science at the Hebrew University Youth Division - The Belmonte Science Laboratories Center
The Excellence in Science program, a dedicated program for girls in the fields of exact sciences, mathematics, and technology, was born from their underrepresentation in these fields in the academic world and industry, a fact also reflected in our Odyssey program in the mathematics-physics track. Over the years, we have observed that the number of girls realizing their potential within the Odyssey program is low compared to the number of girls with the potential to integrate into the program. The reasons for this are varied and stem from long-standing cultural and educational conditioning. We hope that we can counteract these influences to some extent through a dedicated program aimed at young students. Studies in this program open possibilities for suitable girls to integrate into, enjoy and succeed in studies of mathematics and exact sciences. Throughout the program students are aided by an educational counselor for emotional-personal support and the acquisition of skills.