About TSA

The Technology Student Association is an American student organization with over 250,000 members whose mission is to promote the science, technology, and mathematics (STEM) interest of its members. TSA Ostwald is one of the few foreign delegations that participates in high school disciplines, and the only one in Germany.

Learning to lead in a technical world

TSA's motto is "Learning To Lead In A Technical World". It refers to the mission of the TSA to teach students knowledge, skills and leadership competencies through autonomous project work. This should prepare them for a successful career in an industrialized, globalized and technologized world.

A year in our chapter

Entry projects

1 / 5 · Start of the school year

Entry projects

From grade 9, students introduce their interests and skills through an entry project.

Structure

The TSA is led and organized by students. Particularly committed students are elected as officers and are then responsible for fulfilling defined organisational duties. The teachers are called advisors and advise officers and members, thus contributing their experience.

Chapter

Students working together at school.

State

Delegations connecting chapters and organizing events.

National

A wider network, with national programs and competitions.

The officers

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President

Leads meetings and keeps the team communicating and motivated.

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Vice President

Supports the president and coordinates chapter activities.

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Secretary

Records meetings and supports the chapter’s leadership.

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Reporter

Handles press and public relations.

The National Conference

Each year, TSA brings students together for competitions, activities and opportunities to connect. It’s a chance to share your work, challenge yourself and meet people who share your interests.

The wider TSA calendar also includes regional events and state conferences, giving students opportunities to develop their skills throughout the year.

Explore TSA conferences