Encourage your students to take advantage of an Oklahoma Regents for Higher Education Summer Academy at an Oklahoma college or university and discover the fascinating worlds of aeronautics, engineering, environmental conservation, forensic science and much more!
Summer Academies are FREE!
Be sure to request applications from the contact person listed under the academy you choose. Or call 1.800.858.1840 for more information. Or go to: https://secure.okcollegestart.org/Plan_for_College/Summer_Academies/_default.aspx
Note: Academies are either commuter or residential. For commuter academies, students will travel to and from the academy location each day. For residential academies, students will reside at the academy location on campus for the duration of the academy.
Grade 8
University of Oklahoma Starship: Imagination Residential June 1-6
This academy offers a one-week residential program for 30 students entering the eighth grade. The students selected to attend will experience the wonders of the universe through a series of hands-on learning opportunities. The combination of classroom instruction, field experiences and flight time in Piper Warrior III aircrafts will offer students an experience that cannot be duplicated. Subject areas such as astronomy, physics, space exploration, aeronautics and astronautics will be woven together to ignite the imagination and inspire each student to reach for the stars.
Contact: Cassie Eads, Precollegiate Programs, 405.325.6897, precollegiateprograms@ou.edu, or visit http://youth.ou.edu/summer_academies.html
Oklahoma State University Biology and Engineering for a Sustainable Tomorrow Commuter June 2-6
Biology and engineering will be necessary to solve some of the most critical issues in our future, including declining water and energy resources and environmental degradation. This academy will introduce the importance of both biology and engineering in everyday life and expose students to the future technologies that exist at their interface. Students will participate in design, experimentation and field trips involving water quality, renewable energy development and environmental remediation. The academy is open to students entering the eighth grade.
Contact: Danielle Bellmer, 405.744.6626, danielle.bellmer@okstate.edu, or visit http://biosystems.okstate.edu/home/dbellme
Grades 8-9
Oklahoma State University Exploring Quantitative Analysis: A Basic Introduction Residential Session I: June 1-7 Session II: June 8-14
During this weeklong academy, students will learn basic concepts of research design and statistics, learn more about careers in math and science, and increase their mathematical and scientific reasoning abilities. Sessions will consist mainly of students putting their knowledge into action through hands-on learning experiences, including observational research with people and animals, a survey design exercise and webpage design. Preliminary field trip plans include the OSU Vet School, the Oklahoma City Zoo and Science Museum Oklahoma.
Contact: Dr. Jennifer Byrd-Craven, Jennifer.byrd.craven@okstate.edu, or Dr. Sheila Kennison, shelia.kennison@okstate.edu, or visit http://cogsci.okstate.edu/
Murray State College 2014 MSC Summer College STEM Academy Residential June 9-12
Hands-on and fun STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) activities comprise this four-day residential academy designed for eighth- and ninth-grade students. The academy will be filled with birds, butterflies, botany and biodiversity at the Wildlife Refuge; fish and turtles at the Fish Hatchery; bioagriculture at Noble Foundation; Kids to College at Southern Oklahoma Technology Center; orienteering; low ropes activities; bridge building; mosaic math art; nutrition and wellness; and a career moment at Miranda Lambert’s Tishomingo business. Each participant will also receive a $100 stipend.
Contact: Karen Cantrell, 580.371.2371, x137, kcantrell@mscok.edu
Oral Roberts University A Hands-On Program in Mathematics and Science Residential June 9-13
This academy will provide opportunities for developing skills to learn mathematics and science. Mathematical activities include code-breaking cryptology and fractal-pattern recognition. Science experiences include field trips, real-world technologies, rocketry and laboratory work where students seek to understand the natural world. The use of problem-solving ideas and project-based learning integrates these mathematics and science experiences.
Contact: Dr. John Matsson, 918.495.6935, jmatsson@oru.edu
The University of Tulsa Technology Education and Collaborative (TEC) Residential June 9-14
This academy will focus on activities integrating GPS with GIS software. Students will use handheld GPS receivers for data collection on campus and during a field trip and then process the data to create interactive GIS maps. Students work individually and in groups with personal computers with presentation software. Students use digital cameras and camcorders, download data sets from the Internet, participate in chat rooms, use innovative software, and participate in GPS scavenger hunts and geocaches.
Contact: Dr. David Brown, 918.631.2719, or visit www.orgs.utulsa.edu/tec/
University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Where Does Our Food Come From and How Did it Get Here? Residential July 7-11
This academy targets students entering eighth- or ninth-grade who are interested in STEM topics and food. The academy will follow the progress of food from the garden to the kitchen to the pantry for a rainy day. Attendees will learn the science behind the carbonation of root beer and bread, nutrients available in food and the presence of genetically modified genes in snacks; go on trips to local farms and food processing plants; and enjoy food-based games and movies as well as mentoring from high school and college students for preparation for the future.
Contact: Dr. Jeannette Loutsch, 405.512.8330, jloutsch@usao.edu
Grades 8-10
University of Central Oklahoma Engineering Physics Exploration Commuter Session I: June 1-5 Session II: June 8-12
The UCO Department of Engineering and Physics will offer two five-day, nonresidential sessions of hands-on activities related to engineering physics applications including energy, electronic instrumentation and robotics. Participants will work in teams to complete science activities, design projects and, using what they have learned, compete with other teams. A UCO engineering physics or biomedical engineering student will guide each team, while faculty members serve as instructors. During lunchtime seminars, participants will hear presentations about science/technology opportunities in Oklahoma, along with presentations from UCO faculty about new and exciting areas of engineering and physics.
Contact: Dr. Ronald C. Miller, 405.974.5471, rmiller@uco.edu, or Dr. Abdellah Ait Moussa, 405.974.5293, aaitmoussa@uco.edu, or visit www.uco.edu/cms/engineering/
Cameron University Science Detectives Summer Academy Residential June 1-7
This academy asks, “Is the number of antibiotic-resistant bacteria increasing in wild animal populations?” During the academy, students will learn methods of biological sample collection as well as scientific laboratory methods and inquiry while experiencing what it is like to study and live on a college campus. They will also visit a local hospital and be exposed to health care career opportunities as well as opportunities for biomedical education through Oklahoma Technology Centers.
Contact: Lora Young, 580.581.2284, loray@cameron.edu
University of Central Oklahoma Discovering Chemistry in Human Health Commuter Session I: June 2-6 Session II: June 9-13
This academy develops a better understanding of the ways chemistry is involved in maintaining good health and for diagnosis and treatment of poor health. The academy will include short lectures and hands-on activities in nutrition, organic synthesis, biochemistry, calorimetry, chemistry magic and a field trip to local biomedical research centers. Students will work in teams of five with a college mentor and then present their findings and activities by PowerPoint presentation on the last day. Guest speakers will talk with the students about education and career opportunities in the field. Lunch is provided.
Contact: Dana Rundle, 405.974.5510, drundle@uco.edu, Cheryl Frech, 405.974.5476, cfrech@uco.edu, or visit www.chemistry.uco.edu
Southeastern Oklahoma State University SE’s Savage Storm Take Flight: Aviation Science Camp 2014 Residential Session I: June 8-13 Session II: June 15-20 Session III: June 22-27
This academy will offer participating students entering the eighth, ninth and 10th grades, an opportunity to learn about science, technology and engineering as these subjects relate to aviation and the effects of flight. The academy will also explore career paths within various fields of aviation, offering hands-on experiences, while incorporating STEM principles involved in flight and aerodynamics. While staying the week in SE residence halls, participants will get a glimpse of college life from inside and take part in interpersonal and self-discovery discussions with peers and camp counselors regarding college life and life after high school.
Contact: SE Office of Continuing Education, 580.745.2858
Northeastern State University, Broken Arrow Get Green for Blue: Outdoor Investigations to Connect Water to You Commuter June 9-13
Put on your waders, grab your net and let’s catch those critters! 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 academy is open to students entering the eighth, ninth or 10th grade. Come to NSU in Broken Arrow and the Rogers County Reserve and be a part of this fun, activity-based adventure!
Contact: Dr. Kathi McDowell, 918.449.6502, mcdowelk@nsuok.edu, or visit www.nsuok.edu/getgreencamps.aspx
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Emerging and Converging Technologies Academy Residential June 15-20
Students will apply math and science skills while participating in hands-on lab exercises in seven different programs offered at OSUIT. Participants will have the opportunity to actually go on the job with culinary arts, engineering technologies, visual communications, nursing, information technologies, automotive and air conditioning/refrigeration graduates. In addition, students will be experiencing college life in the dorms. Students will participate in many fun-filled evening activities and investigate the undeniable claim that a college degree will take students where they want to go.
Contact: Angie Been, angie.been@okstate.edu, or Laura Nell Ledford, lauranell.ledford@okstate.edu
Grades 8-11
East Central University Explorations in Computer Science and Robotics Residential June 15-20
This academy is a one-week residential experience that will engage participants in the exciting imagination-stretching, logic-building and fun world of computer science. Students will learn programming in C, explore the endless possibilities of computer science careers, interact with professionals, and invoke their creativity and problem-solving skills by designing, building and programming robots. The academy concludes with a robotics demonstration and competition on Friday morning, where friends and families can see what participants have learned and cheer on their favorite robotics teams.
Contact: Mary Kay Tarver, 580.559.5593, or Stacey Bolin, 580.559.5596, or email ComputerScience@ecok.edu or visit http://robotics.ecok.edu/
The University of Tulsa Summer Engineering Academy at The University of Tulsa Commuter June 23-27
This one-week commuter academy teaches students about electrical and mechanical engineering careers through hands-on design projects, interactions with industry professionals and an integrating project that includes mathematical calculation. Students will be able to take projects home to explore further outside the academy. High school teachers will receive training and assist investigators with activities. Students will present their experiences to their classes and be invited to participate in follow-up design competitions. Teachers will be supported in implementing academy exercises within their classrooms.
Contact: Peter LoPresti, 918.631.3274, peter-lopresti@utulsa.edu
Grade 9
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Exploring Math and Science Academy (EMSA) Commuter June 8-20
This academy is a stimulating two-week summer experience for rising ninth-grade students exploring careers in the health sciences. EMSA will provide hands-on laboratory and classroom activities for students that will enrich their math and science knowledge and ability. In addition to activities at the seven OUHSC colleges, students will explore health fields in the community through field trips around the OUHSC campus. EMSA will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. daily.
Contact: Brian Corpening, 405.271.2390, brian-corpening@ouhsc.edu
Grades 9-10
University of Oklahoma Design and the Built Environment: Collaborate, Create, Construct Residential June 1-6
This academy offers 40 rising ninth- and 10th-grade students a one-week opportunity to explore the disciplines in OU’s College of Architecture. Through incorporating all five disciplines – architecture, interior design, construction science, landscape architecture and regional city planning – the academy will introduce students to an interdisciplinary study of the built environment not readily available in their schools. Students will live in university residence halls, giving students a real “feel” for college life. Students from the College of Architecture will assist the academy students in order to facilitate collaborative interaction with students representing the disciplines associated with the college.
Contact: Cassie Eads, 405.325.6897, precollegiateprograms@ou.edu, or visit http://youth.ou.edu/summer_academies.html
Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Enid Exploring the Benefits of Human-Animal Interaction Residential June 1-7
This academy will use animals as tools to teach scientific concepts, mathematics and enhanced health care for humans. The students will apply their learning through hands-on experiences, workshops and live human-animal interactions by visiting assisted living centers and child care centers and participating in a “reading to dogs” program. They will also develop innovative and creative ways of solving environmental and wildlife issues by observing science in action during trips to the Oklahoma City Zoo and the Oklahoma Aquarium. Further they will participate in other interactive therapeutic activities in the community using service animals in human educational, emotional and health care fields.
Contact: Sherril Stone, 580.213.3119, smstone@nwosu.edu, or visit www.nwosu.edu/summer-science-academy
Oklahoma State University Camp TURF (Tomorrow’s Undergraduates Realizing the Future) Residential June 1-13
Camp TURF is a two-week, residential academy at OSU in Stillwater for upcoming ninth and 10th graders. Students will explore horticulture, landscape management and landscape architecture in sessions led by faculty, staff and industry professionals. Academy activities are varied and hands-on, with typical activities that include cloning plants, filming TV segments about gardening, drawing landscape symbols, making pervious concrete pavers and touring research facilities. Recreational activities often include swimming, bowling, live theatre, museum visits and canoeing. Activities will occur both indoors and outdoors.
Contact: Shelley Mitchell, 405.744.5755, shelley.mitchell@okstate.edu, or visit www.hortla.okstate.edu
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College Exceptional Direction United in Culture, Academics, Technology, and Excitement in Medical Education (EDUCATE ME) Residential June 8-13
This academy is a residential camp for ninth- and 10th-grade students that will offer hands-on learning in health care careers (nursing, physical therapist assistant, medical laboratory technician and physical education/athletic training) and exploring how therapeutic humor can be used in health care. The academy also includes a cultural aspect with American Indian culture that educates students on American Indian healing methods, traditions and customs. The academy offers the students a taste of college campus life by living in the dorms throughout the week, meals from the campus cafeteria, and attending classes in the health care classrooms and laboratories.
Contact: Vickie Garner, 918.787.5475, vickie.garner@neo.edu, or Debbie Morgan, 918.540.6316, demorgan@neo.edu
University of Oklahoma All Systems Go! Innovating Engineering Systems for the Future Residential July 13-18
This academy will introduce students to the relatively new engineering discipline of systems engineering. Participants will study health care systems, aircraft systems and even collegiate sporting events. Students will spend time in a working research laboratory on the OU campus. Hands-on activities will include computer-aided design, rapid prototyping, systems measurement and analysis, and systems modeling and simulation. Students will live in university residence halls, giving students a real “feel” for college life.
Contact: Cassie Eads, 405.325.6897, precollegiateprograms@ou.edu, or visit http://youth.ou.edu/summer_academies.html
University of Oklahoma The Oklahoma Mesonet Presents – Meteorology: From Atmosphere to Zulu Residential July 13-18
This academy offers a one-week, residential, weather-focused program for 30 students entering ninth and 10th grades. Students will attend classes in the National Weather Center, surrounded by top research scientists and operational meteorologists. Students will learn about atmospheric interactions from fronts to thunderstorm development, how data are collected from instrumentation, how to analyze weather maps and how to interpret forecast discussions. Students will be exposed to meteorology careers including operational forecasters at NOAA’s Storm Prediction Center and the National Weather Service’s Norman Forecast Office; field researchers who operate mobile radars; and local television broadcasters.
Contact Cassie Eads, 405.325.6897, precollegiateprograms@ou.edu, or visit http://youth.ou.edu/summer_academies.html
Grades 9-12
Connors State College Ecological Investigations and Wilderness Adventure Residential June 22-27
This academy invites students to come and experience the wonder of nature for themselves. Students will stay in a new dorm on the CSC campus and each day be transported to its outdoor classroom – 1,613 acres of lakes, woods, fields and trails. Students will have the opportunity to help with an endangered species research project, go with fisheries biologists to shock fish for a census in the lakes. Students will enjoy true hands-on learning in biology, ecology, meteorology, archery, herpetology, entomology, ornithology and natural history and much more! The academy will also include an introduction to the shooting sports
Contact: Dr. Stuart Woods, 918.684.5475, swoods@connorsstate.edu, or Rick Carbone, 918.463.6291, or visit www.connorsstate.edu/summeracademy
University of Central Oklahoma CSI: A High School Summer Forensics Academy Residential July 25-30
This five-day residential academy will feature an innovative and experiential learning curriculum by serving 35 highly motivated and talented Oklahoma high school students. Students and parents/caregivers will have opportunities to interact with professionals and learn more about college planning and STEM career outlooks. Academy participants will use avatars in virtual crime scenes, engage in hands-on activities such as conducting DNA tests, and take guided tours to local law enforcement organizations including Edmond Police, Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation and Forensics Science Institute. Students will produce post-academy presentations for science fairs or statewide conferences to further promote interest in the pursuit of STEM-related college degrees and careers.
Contact: Dr. Joselina Cheng, 405.974.5673, jchengcsi@gmail.com, or visit http://busn.uco.edu/csi-summer-academy
Seminole State College Peek Into Engineering (PIE) Academy Residential Aug. 3-8
This academy targets rising ninth- through 12th-grade students. Teams of students will design and assemble underwater remote-operated vehicles. Participants will also be exposed to simple electronic circuitry. Exciting activities will expose participants to aerospace, computer, electrical, material, mechanical, and bioengineering. Field trips will be taken to either Oklahoma State University or the University of Oklahoma and to an engineering facility (an OG+E power plant and/or Blue Wave Boats). Competitions will be held throughout the academy.
Contact: 405.382.9217 or visit www.sscok.edu/PieAcademy/PieMainPg.htm
Grade 10-11
East Central University Coding Theory, Competitive Strategies, Risk Analysis and Other Mathematical Pursuits Residential June 8-13
This academy will introduce participants to a hands-on, technology-based, fun-filled, stimulating interdisciplinary experience, exposing them to connections between math and related scientific disciplines that are used extensively in the real world. The academy will attempt to generate an interest and improve mathematics performance at the high school level, thereby encouraging, exciting and motivating a pursuit of mathematics and its applications as a major area of study at the college level and beyond and/or as available and lucrative career options.
Contact: Dr. Andrew Wells, 580.559.5620, awells@ecok.edu
Grades 10-12
Langston University An Intensive Academy in Math, Science and Technology for Grades 10-12 Residential June 1-14
This two-week residential academy for 36 aspiring mathematicians, scientists and engineers will focus on improving students’ appreciation for and enrollment in Oklahoma core curricula through intense, positive experiences in mathematics, chemistry, biology, technology and preparation for success. Oklahoma core curricula, ACT preparation, scholarships, and undergraduate and graduate school matriculation will be addressed. Experiences will incorporate cutting-edge technologies that support hands-on activities and innovative teaching and learning.
Contact: Dr. Alonzo F. Peterson, 405.466.3341, afpeterson@langston.edu, or visit www.langston.edu/future-students/academic-opportunities/summer-programs
Cameron University NanoExplorers: A High School Summer Science Academy Residential June 8-20
This 10-day residential academy will feature participation by 24 highly motivated and talented Oklahoma high school students. The academy will introduce students to those concepts necessary to understand why very small systems exhibit unique behavior. Students will engage in hands-on activities in imaging and manipulating nanostructures, both “top-down” and “bottom-up” approaches to making nanostructures, and devices based on nanotechnology. The activities will be designed to introduce the concept of nanotechnology and will include applications and information about career activities in chemistry and physics.
Contact: Dr. E. Ann Nalley, 580.581.2889, annn@cameron.edu
Southwestern Oklahoma State University SSMA: Summer Science and Mathematics Academy at SWOSU Residential June 15-27
This academy is designed to give 25 high school juniors and seniors a two-week experience in science, mathematics and technology. The program is designed to motivate students toward pursuing higher education and careers in STEM disciplines. SSMA will be located on the SWOSU campus with participants living in dormitories, eating in cafeterias and taking classes in a variety of science-content areas. Laboratory and field experiences will enhance the participants’ problem-solving skills. During the second week, participants will be involved in a problem-solving competition.
Contact: Dr. Brian D. Campbell, 580.774.3118, brian.campbell@swosu.edu, or Dr. David Esjornson, 580.774.7143, david.esjornson@swosu.edu
Tulsa Community College
Math and Science in Health Careers (MASH) Camp
Commuter
Session I: June 16-20
Session II: June 23-27
This five-day camp is for students entering grades 10-12 in the 2014 academic year. Students will participate in a series of stimulating, hands-on learning activities in mathematics, science and multidisciplinary studies, including experimentation and exploration of technologies. The program seeks to provide students with the tools to take full advantage of their high school education, make informed decisions about college and begin conceptualizing an eventual career by providing information about health care careers. The camp is free to students selected to attend. Each attendee will receive a stipend for the successful completion of the camp.
Contact: Pat Turner, 918.595.8402, or Joe Schnetzer, 918.595.8403
Grades 11-12
University of Oklahoma STEM to Store: The Chemistry of Medicine Residential June 8-13
This academy incorporates the study of chemistry, botany, mathematics, medicine, history, sociology and Native American studies. Participants will study the medically relevant ingredients of Echinacea herbal medicine. Students will spend time in a working research laboratory on the OU campus. Students will live in university residence halls, giving students a real “feel” for college life.
Contact: Cassie Eads, 405.325.6897, precollegiateprograms@ou.edu, or visit http://youth.ou.edu/summer_academies.html