Dear Educators, 

We are excited to announce that the 2025 Science Without Borders Challenge is now open! This year’s theme is “Marine Keystone Species.” Keystone species play a crucial role in keeping ocean ecosystems healthy and balanced. To apply for our international art contest, students should submit artwork featuring a keystone species that lives in the ocean, highlighting this creature’s vital role in its marine ecosystem. Learn about the theme. 

The Science Without Borders Challenge is open to all students worldwide who are 11–19 years old and enrolled in primary or secondary school (or the home-school equivalent). College and university students are not eligible for this contest. Work will be judged in two categories based on age, with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes awarded for each:

• Students 11–14 years old
• Students 15–19 years old

Students can win up to $500 in this international art contest. 

All entries must be received by Monday, March 3, 2025, to be eligible to win the contest. 

To learn more about the Science Without Borders Challenge rules and how to apply, visit lof.org/SWBChallenge.  

We look forward to receiving your students’ entries!