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It shows students that STEM is not limited to textbooks, but is about asking questions, solving problems, and building the future.<\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n <section class=\"highlight\" data-aos=\"zoom-in\">\n <h3>Highlight<\/h3>\n <br> . Reached 550 students at SMK Sadong Hilir\n <br> . Delivered interactive, hands-on STEM activities\n <br> . Strengthened collaboration between government, academia, and industry partners\n <br> . Promoted critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills\n <br> . Inspired students to see STEM as practical, relevant, and accessible\n <br> . Continued statewide mission to engage students across Sarawak\n <br> . 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It shows students that STEM is not limited to textbooks, but is about asking questions, solving problems, and building the future.<\/p>\n <\/article>\n\n <section class=\"highlight\" data-aos=\"zoom-in\">\n <h3>Highlight<\/h3>\n <br> . Reached 550 students at SMK Sadong Hilir\n <br> . Delivered interactive, hands-on STEM activities\n <br> . Strengthened collaboration between government, academia, and industry partners\n <br> . Promoted critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills\n <br> . Inspired students to see STEM as practical, relevant, and accessible\n <br> . Continued statewide mission to engage students across Sarawak\n <br> . 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