Joan Sugiarto
Grade: 12
Province or Territory: New Brunswick
Organization/program: Quantum Leaps (SCWIST)
What does being part of this organization or program mean to you?
Being part of the SCWIST organization through their youth program means a lot to me, especially as someone who is really interested in science. I feel very honored to be able to learn from and be supported by people who have much more experience in this field than I do. Having access to their guidance, mentorship, and resources makes me feel encouraged and motivated to grow, learn more, and gain confidence in science.
What part of attending the 2026 Youth Summit and Expo are you most excited about?
One part of attending the 2026 Youth Summit that I am most excited about is meeting many different people who share similar interests in science but have different knowledge and experiences. I am really excited to connect with others who are just as passionate about science as I am. I am also looking forward to learning from people who are more experienced in the field and having the chance to hear about their journeys. I can’t wait to see what different things I can gain and learn from this experience.
What excites you about STEM?
I am really excited about biomedical sciences because it combines science and health in a way that can directly help people. I am also very interested in learning more about AI and robotics, especially how they are used in medicine and everyday life. I just find robotics very cool, and I am curious and want to know more about how it works.
Fun fact about me:
I have really bad luck with sugar and salt. When I cook, I never know if I’ll accidentally make it way too sweet or way too salty.
Joan Sugiarto
Quantum Leaps (SCWIST)
What does being part of this organization or program mean to you?
Being part of the SCWIST organization through their youth program means a lot to me, especially as someone who is really interested in science. I feel very honored to be able to learn from and be supported by people who have much more experience in this field than I do. Having access to their guidance, mentorship, and resources makes me feel encouraged and motivated to grow, learn more, and gain confidence in science.
What part of attending the 2026 Youth Summit and Expo are you most excited about?
One part of attending the 2026 Youth Summit that I am most excited about is meeting many different people who share similar interests in science but have different knowledge and experiences. I am really excited to connect with others who are just as passionate about science as I am. I am also looking forward to learning from people who are more experienced in the field and having the chance to hear about their journeys. I can’t wait to see what different things I can gain and learn from this experience.
What excites you about STEM?
I am really excited about biomedical sciences because it combines science and health in a way that can directly help people. I am also very interested in learning more about AI and robotics, especially how they are used in medicine and everyday life. I just find robotics very cool, and I am curious and want to know more about how it works.
Fun fact about me:
I have really bad luck with sugar and salt. When I cook, I never know if I’ll accidentally make it way too sweet or way too salty.
