2017 Summer Transportation Camp

July 10-14, 2017

8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. daily

Audience: 2017-2018

9th grade boys and girls

Explore engineering in this week-long event dedicated to introducing 9th grade high school students to the transportation industry. 20 selected participants will experience hands on activities while working with the professional researchers and faculty of the University of Utah. Participants will have the opportunity to experience on campus amenities, field trips, guest lectures and explore career opportunities while focusing on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fundamentals.

The camp will be located at the University of Utah, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Please see the links below for more information and to apply today.

 

> Camp Information
  • This is a non-residential five-day event
  • Participants will receive a full scholarship that will cover the entire cost of attending the camp including all lab fees and transportation to and from offsite locations
  • Lunch and transportation will be provided during camp hours

 

> Camp Components
  • Field trips to off-site transportation-related locations
  • Transportation industry guest speakers
  • Hands-on activities that encourage team work
  • STEM focus activities to encourage math and science development
  • Usage of on campus amenities to provide a college experience
  • Engage in recreational and social activities

 

> Application

 

*Space is limited, applicants are encouraged to apply by May 29th and will be notified of acceptance by June 5th. Applications will be reviewed by the camp committee.

To participate you must be an incoming 2017-2018 freshman at a Utah high school.

2017 Camp Flyer

For more questions please contact ashley.arpero@utah.edu