Information for Judges
Each year, the SASEF needs more than 100 category and special award judges. In the past, scientists, engineers and teachers in and around Knoxville have participated. Most judges work in pairs. If you have never been a judge, but would like to join our team of volunteers, please contact Dr. Al Hazari at ahazari@utk.edu.
Timeline for Judges:
Nov/Dec 2008 - contacted by judge supervisor (Dr. Hazari)
Dec/Jan - register online as a judge (at this time you indicate your preferences for judging - age group, discipline, etc.)
Feb 28, 2009 - student applications due
March 15, 2009 - judge assignments complete and posted on website, parking passes mailed to judges
Tuesday, Apr 7 ("Judgement Day"!) at Thompspn Boling Arena Floor
- 12:30 - 1 PM Judge Assembly for instructions
- 1 PM - 3 PM - open floor for judges (no students)
- 3 PM - 5 PM - judges interview students
- 5 PM - 6 PM - judges submit score sheets, judges for each category meet to choose category winner and recommend projects for higher awards
- 5:30 PM - 7 PM Dinner provided (buffet)
- 6 PM - 9 PM Lead judges meet to choose final winners
Thursday, Apr 9 5:30 - 7 PM Awards Ceremony and Social (all judges are invited)
Contact
Julie Werner, Fair Manager
Southern Appalachian Science and Engineering Fair
2506 EJ Chapman Dr.
Knoxville, TN 37996-4531
Phone: (865) 974-5158
Fax: (865) 974-5158
Email: jwerner2@utk.edu