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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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