AWE + SUM Girls Camp: June 17-19, 2013 


This summer's camp is now full, but we're putting together a waiting list of girls who would like to come, in case we have cancellations.  For those who have already submitted applications, we'll be letting you know where you are on the waiting list.  For further information, call either Carolyn Connell (camp director:  801-832-2402) or Kali Wickens (student assistant:  801-832-3701). 

                                               

Attend - Westminster - Explore Science - Use - Math

 

The AWE+SUM Summer Girls Camp is just for girls entering the 8th grade this fall.Come spend three fun-filled days on the beautiful Westminster College campus and discover just how fun and cool math and science can be for you! In addition to the workshops, you'll be playing volleyball, taking hikes by the creek and enjoying meals in the student center. Several Westminster female math and science faculty and students will assist with the workshops.In the dorms, there will be two girls per room and several adult counselors. Scholarships are available. Please contact camp director (Carolyn Connell) about scholarships.

 


Workshops

  • Programming With Alice. Learn some basic programming concepts using Alice software
  • The Stream Team. Study aquatic life forms, with samples taken from the creek that runs through Westminster's campus.
  • Wind Chimes. Learn about natural frequencies of materials. Each girl will build her own set of wind chimes.  
  • Want Fries With That? Discover what's really in your favorite snack or fast food product!
  • Why Does It Fly? Learn the basics of aerodynamics by using flight simulators and building model airplanes. 

 Sponsors

Additional Donors

We are grateful to our generous donors who make it possible to offer this program at such an affordable price. Thank you!


Questions? Contact the camp director (Carolyn Connell) at 801-832-2402 or email: cconnell (at) westminstercollege.edu

Many questions can also be answered by the office staff at 801-832-2300