Virtual bonding among the Regeneron STS 2021 finalists
The virtual Regeneron Science Talent Search 2021 was not all work and no play. While all 40 finalists participated in a rigorous judging process, the 91µ¼º½ also wanted to ensure that this competition week would be unlike any other virtual event they have attended in the past year. The fun-filled finals week schedule included a wide-range of activities to help finalists get to know each other better and make lifelong friends — something alumni often remember as being the highlight of their STS experiences. When the students were not busy fulfilling their judging requirements, they were able to partake in:
- Daily movement breaks to get up and out of their seats.
- Show and tell events where finalists had an opportunity to host a game or show off a hobby.
- A team building exercise for students to work with each other and with professional team builders to solve challenges.
- A virtual escape room in which the Regeneron STS 2021 finalists successfully conquered.
- A talent show that featured students excelling in activities beyond science research.
- And even a TikTok dance class!
Here’s a look at how this year’s Regeneron STS finalists bonded with one another.









