Two sessions of a popular residential camp through the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Engineering will bring roughly 60 high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors to campus during two week-long sessions. About 30 students will take part in each of the programs, which will take place in mid-June.
The sessions of the High School Outreach programs will take place from June 9-15 and June 16-22. Both sessions will include a week of exploration in the areas of engineering, science and technology. While on campus, students will learn about various engineering disciplines, including computer science and construction management. The campers will have the opportunity to discover first-hand how engineering impacts lives on a daily basis. They will participate in hands-on laboratory experiences, design contests and field trips.
“The camps have been successful over the years because of the tremendous enthusiasm shared by our faculty and our campers,” said Dr. Chris Gordon, associate dean of the SIUE School of Engineering. “The exceptional hands-on activities illustrate the rewarding opportunities for our participants.”
As part of the residential experience, students live with a roommate in the University residence halls, have meals in the Morris University Center and build lasting friendships with their fellow campers from other schools. The participating students can have access to the University’s athletic facilities and the Morris University Center in the evenings. They are allowed to engage in activities such as bowling, swimming, rock wall climbing, volleyball, basketball and arcade games.
“This is a great opportunity that generates awareness across the state and promotes the wealth of resources available through the School of Engineering,” Gordon said. “It also introduces the students to the wide array of programs and services available through the University.
“We are thrilled to see that many former campers apply to SIUE afterwards with an interest in engineering. It is rewarding to welcome our campers back as freshmen, informed and impassioned about the opportunities ahead of them.”
The $350 fee for the High School Outreach program includes accommodations, food, round-trip transportation for field trips, as well as all necessary materials and supplies. For more information about the program, visit http://www.siue.edu/engineering/summercamps/index.shtml.
Limited scholarship opportunities are available each year for students who can demonstrate inability to pay the full cost of the program. For more information regarding scholarships, contact Gordon at engineering@siue.edu.