This free, interactive day camp provides rising 8th and 9th graders with an authentic introduction to diverse engineering fields through hands-on activities and direct interaction with university faculty and students.
The Longhorn Engineering Summer Camp (LESC 26) offers rising 8th and 9th graders an interactive learning experience focused on the broad impact of engineering. Campers will explore how engineering intersects with various fields such as art, sports, medicine, and sustainability. Each day involves presentations from UT faculty and students, followed by guided hands-on activities that bring engineering fundamentals to life. The program aims to provide students with a deeper understanding of engineering concepts and their real-world applications, fostering problem-solving abilities and creative potential. It's designed to engage students in practical projects and demonstrations, encouraging them to explore different engineering disciplines.
Each day, attendees will learn key engineering fundamentals through presentations from UT faculty and students, followed by guided hands-on activities that bring these concepts to life.
The ideal student is a rising 8th or 9th grader with an interest in STEM, particularly those who may have limited access to engineering courses or extracurricular STEM opportunities at their schools.
201 East 24th Street, Austin, TX, 78712
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