Speakers have included BBC Radio 4 regular and astrophysicist, Dr Caitriona Jackman, and distinguished laser scientist Professor Anne Tropper, who both shared their inspiring experiences as physicists. Members have also had the opportunity to learn about and make holograms with artist and public engagement leader Pearl John.

Through other events such as a “Soton Astrodome” evening hosted by Dr Sadie Jones, members of the WPN have been able to build friendships with people right across the school, from undergraduates to academic staff.

This coming year, in addition to many more interesting talks and social events, the WPN hopes to set up an outreach program to engage secondary school girls with STEM subjects using physics demonstrations and the ‘People Like Me’ approach from WISE to help inspire the next generation of physicists!