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Summer Academies in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

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Rising 8th Grade Students

Grades are based on students' grade levels for Fall 2024.

Molecules of Nature

East Central University
Ada, Oklahoma
June 2-7, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-9
Residential

Have you ever wondered how bread rises, your body relaxes, or how sunscreen protects you from the sun? The answer is chemistry! Learn more about the fascinating world of molecules and chemistry at East Central University's the Molecules of Nature Summer Academy. This residential camp is designed for 8th and 9th graders and will be held on ECU's campus in Ada, June 2-7, 2024. Through hands-on exploration, students will synthesize molecules that are important in fields such as medicine, food processing and agriculture. Students will be immersed in the college experience, gaining knowledge of high-tech laboratory equipment and safety. Students will also enjoy a field trip to the Chickasaw National Recreation Area and leave the camp understanding how to pursue numerous STEM degrees.

Don't wait - apply today by visiting https://www.ecok.edu/moleculesofnature. Contact Dr. Dan McInnes (dmcinnes@ecok.edu) or Dr. Charles Crittell (crittell@ecok.edu) for more information.

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Murray State College's STEM Summer Academy: Unleash your Inner Scientist at MSC Tishomingo!

Murray State College
Tishomingo, Oklahoma
June 3-7, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-9
Commuter

Murray State College's STEM Summer Academy: Unleash your Inner Scientist at MSC Tishomingo! enables students to experience STEM activities like never before at Murray State College's Tishomingo campus. MSC's Summer STEM Camp will provide students the opportunity to fly drones, design with cutting-edge technology, explore veterinary science and more. The weeklong program is perfect for budding STEM enthusiasts who will be in the 8th and 9th grades in the 2024-25 academic school year. MSC's camp will allow students to uncover the magic of manufacturing, engineering, eSports and other exciting STEM-related opportunities. This camp will span five days from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with flexible dropoff/pickup times if needed.

For more information, contact Ms. Michele Quinton at mquinton@mscok.edu.

Application: https://forms.gle/8kHokQwESiq2F8Qr7

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Camp Biomed: A Glowing Overview

Northeastern State University
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
June 24-28, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-10
Commuter

What happens when you cross a jellyfish with bacteria? Find out at Camp Biomed, a STEM-based Summer Academy held at NSU's Broken Arrow campus from June 24 to June 28, 2024. Participants will learn about microbiology and molecular biology and how these sciences overlap by creating bioluminescent bacterium through cutting-edge experiments. We will also tour different facilities in Tulsa to learn about the latest science investigations. Participants will understand the science that drives experiments, learn to interpret the outcomes, and, most importantly, have lots of fun! Students can be dropped off between 8:45-9:00 a.m. and picked up between 4:00-4:15 p.m.

Apply at: https://forms.gle/YZVpN6Ex3uKBB8Lw8 or contact Dr. Janaki Iyer at iyer@nsuok.edu or 918-449-6479 for more information.

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DroneXperience Summer Academy

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, Oklahoma
July 22-26, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-12
Commuter

(NSU) is launching the DroneXperience (DroneX) Summer Academy from July 22 to July 26, 2024, in Tahlequah, Okla., in response to the growing drone industry. This hands-on program offers 8th to 12th-grade students the chance to construct and pilot their own drones while exploring exciting STEM career possibilities. DroneX aims to become a hub for learning, research and innovation in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), or drones. The academy is free and inclusive, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and economic households, including those from public, private and homeschool settings. The program runs for five days, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with flexible dropoff and pickup options to accommodate participants and their families.

More information and registration:
https://academics.nsuok.edu/continuingeducation/YouthPrograms/den_cmp.aspx

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Get Green for Blue: Outdoor STEM Investigations Connecting Water to You!

Northeastern State University
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
June 24-28, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-10
Commuter

Put on your waders, grab your net and let's catch those critters! Working in teams, you will learn about water quality through collecting data, analyzing the health of water bodies, and determining possible solutions to water quality problems. This STEM Summer Academy program is funded by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and is open to students entering the 8th through 10th grades. The timeframe is from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., but accommodations will be made for those who need different dropoff and/or pickup times. Come to Northeastern State University in Broken Arrow June 24-28, 2024 (Monday - Friday) and be a part of this fun, activity-based STEM adventure!

For more information, contact Dr. Pamela Christol, phone 918-449-5539, email: christol@nsuok.edu.

Website: https://academics.nsuok.edu/continuingeducation/YouthPrograms/green4blue_outdoor_stem.aspx

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Emerging and Converging Summer Academy

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology
Okmulgee, Oklahoma
June 2-7, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-10
Residential

Students will apply math and science skills while participating in hands-on lab exercises in at least seven programs offered at OSUIT. Participants will have the opportunity to go "on the job" with programs such as Culinary Arts, Engineering Technologies, Creative Technologies, and Nursing, and work alongside students and student interns. In addition, students will experience college life in the dorms. Students will participate in many fun-filled evening activities and an industry tour and investigate the undeniable claim that a college degree will take students where they want to go.

Contact Angie Been at angie.been@okstate.edu or by phone at 918-293-4866.

Application: https://osuit.edu/summer-academy.php

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A Hands-On Program in Mathematics and Science

Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, Oklahoma
June 3-7, 2024; August 17, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-9
Residential

The ORU Academy provides opportunities for developing mathematics and science skills. Mathematical activities include code-breaking cryptology and fractal pattern recognition. Science experiences include field trips, real-world technologies, quadcopters, robotics, rocketry, and laboratory work where students seek to understand the natural world. Participants integrate mathematics and science experiences using problem-solving ideas and project-based learning.

For more information, contact Dr. John Matsson (jmatsson@oru.edu), Oral Roberts University, School of Engineering, 7777 South Lewis Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74171, (918) 495-6935. 

Application: https://oru.edu/academics/cose/summer-academy/index.php

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PI-STEM Summer Academy

Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, Oklahoma
June 3-7, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-9
Commuter

The PI-STEM Academy will engage incoming 8th-9th graders in exploring and solving problems related to water rocket and balloon launching, paper plane design, drone programming, and more. Every participant will receive a t-shirt. From June 3-7, this day camp will be held on Southeastern Oklahoma State University's Durant campus from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with extended dropoff and pickup hours available. Lunches and snacks will be provided.

For more information, contact Caleb Smith (cmsmith@se.edu), Kate Shannon (kshannon@se.edu), or Michael Hardy (mhardy@se.edu).

https://www.se.edu/math/pi-stem-academy-2024

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UCO Explore Engineering Summer Academy

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, Oklahoma
June 3-7, 2024 or June 10-14, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-10
Commuter

The School of Engineering at UCO will offer the "UCO Explore Engineering Summer Academy," two separate, 5-day, non-residential sessions of hands-on activities and science projects. The academy will be geared toward students who will be entering grades 8 through 10 in the next school year. The main objectives are nurturing participants' critical thinking skills, promoting diversity and constructive team climate while stimulating creativity and imagination. Attendees will work in teams to design, build, test, and improve upon their projects to compete with others in a series of design projects in fields of aerodynamics, steam power, 3D Printing, structural integrity, and Mechatronics. UCO engineering students will guide each team, while faculty members serve as instructors.

Contact for more information: Dr. Abdellah Ait Moussa, (405) 974-5293, aaitmoussa@uco.edu

Summer Academy webpage: http://www.engineering.uco.edu/sumacd/

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2024 Cryptography Summer Academy

The University of Tulsa
Tulsa, Oklahoma
June 10-15, 2024
Fall 2024 Grades: 8-9
Residential

The University of Tulsa's Cryptography Academy is a residential summer program designed for the curious, puzzle-loving incoming 8th or 9th grader who wants to solve challenges using technology, mathematics, and critical-thinking skills. Students will solve engineering challenges - through puzzles, cryptography and technology - using strategies and skills taught by university faculty and secondary teachers through hands-on activities. Additionally, students will participate in field trips and will design their own set of challenges and puzzles. The final project will allow students to create an escape room for others to solve.

To apply, visit https://sites.tulsa.edu/crypto/ or email Dr. David Brown at david-brown@utulsa.edu.

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