Stefanie Börsig

Environmental physicist, Instructor

Pronouns: she/her

I am an environmental physicist with a strong interest to understand physical problems and to have a positive impact on society. During my master's studies at ETH Zurich, I developed a strong fascination for snow and ice and I have learned as much as possible about the cryosphere -- I took part in a glaciological field course, wrote my master's thesis in the field of glaciology and worked as a glaciological researcher. The previous summer, I spent in Svalbard, Norway, where I participated in a field campaign on a glacier. My studies in physics and math have shaped my thoughts and how I approach new things. I aim to explain the physical behavior of the world around me and to make the glaciers and nature "be-greifbar" to others as well. I wish to build and be part of a diverse community, to foster a network of inspiring women and I highly appreciate the team spirit and energy, that I experience with Girls* on Ice. I hope for us to be and become advocates for the Earth and wilderness stewardship, form leadership skills, communicate respectfully and, last but not least, do purposeful and meaningful research.

Instructor Girls* on Ice Switzerland 2024