Students gain unique exposure to university-level resources and faculty at The University of Texas at Austin while exploring space science through practical, inquiry-based projects.
The UTeach Outreach Space Camp offers middle and high school students an immersive, inquiry-based exploration of space-related topics. Participants engage in hands-on STEM activities, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The curriculum includes activities such as calculating rocket distances, experimenting with gravity and craters, coding in Scratch, and programming VEX GO robots to navigate alien terrain. Students gain practical experience in scientific inquiry and engineering design, deepening their understanding of space science and technology. The camp leverages university resources and provides opportunities to interact with faculty and explore campus facilities, including research labs and recreational areas like Gregory Gym. The program aims to inspire students' interest in STEM fields and encourage them to pursue related academic and career paths.
A typical day involves engaging in four courses focused on advanced math, engineering, and computer science concepts, along with recreational activities like sports or games, interactions with career speakers, and explorations of UT labs and facilities.
This camp is ideal for middle and high school students with a curiosity for space and a desire to engage in hands-on STEM challenges and explorations.
103 W 24th Street, Austin, TX 78712
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