March 14, 2007 :: Applications Now Accepted for Free Summer Academies on College Campuses

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This summer, students can experience life on a college campus while exploring the exciting and varied fields of math and science by attending a summer academy at one of Oklahoma’s colleges and universities.

The free academies, sponsored by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, are open to upcoming eighth- through 12th-grade students. Students can choose from 34 academies statewide to study with professors, mentors and industry professionals. The academies last from three days to two weeks, and several allow students to live on campus in the dormitories, while others allow students to travel to and from campus each day.

Summer Academies focus on the latest trends in math and science, providing students the opportunity to learn about different fields such as architecture, forensic science and computer graphics, to name a few. Academies use fun, hands-on activities that allow students to experiment with the latest technologies and use innovative software. Many academies also include field trips across the state, including to some of the state’s top companies, science facilities and museums.

“Summer Academies provide an excellent opportunity for students to experience a college campus while discovering new and exciting career choices in math and science.” Chancellor Glen D. Johnson said.

Applications are now being accepted, and many have deadlines. Because the academies are free and enrollment is limited, students are encouraged to apply early. To qualify, students must be entering eighth through 12th grade next year. Officials emphasize the academies are not exclusive to top students and are designed to give all students a more in-depth opportunity to learn that math and science are fun.

Application information and descriptions of the academies are available online at www.okhighered.org/student-center. Students also can get information from school counselors or by calling 800.858.1840.

Public and independent colleges and universities submit proposals to the State Regents office, which coordinates a review by a committee of educators from secondary and higher education. The top proposals are forwarded to the State Regents for final approval. This year’s 34 academies are funded through appropriations to the State Regents by the 2006 Oklahoma Legislature.

Academies offered this summer include:

Cameron University, Lawton

Science Detectives, June 3-9 (Grades 8-9)

Connors State College

Ecological Investigations and Wilderness Adventure, Session I: June 3-8, Session II: June 10-15, Session III: June 17-22 (Grades 9-12)

East Central University, Ada

Connecting Problem-Solving Strategies in Metrics, Geometry, and Estimation to Landscaping and Architectural Design, July 16-20; check in on July 15 (Grades 9-11)
Secret Messages: The Lottery, Game Shows, and Other Mathematical Pursuits, May 27–June 1 (Grades 10-11)

Langston University, Langston

An Intensive Summer Academy in Mathematics and Science for Grades 10–12, June 10-23 (Grades 10-12)

Murray State College, Tishomingo

Magical Math Summer Academy for 9th and 10th Graders, July 9-13 (Grades 9-10)

Northeastern State University, Broken Arrow

CSI Equine Forensics Mystery Summer Academy, June 11-15 (Grades 9-11)
Quest for the Treasure Chest: GPS Style, June 25-29 (Grades 9-11)

Northern Oklahoma College, Enid

CSI: Northern Summer Academy, June 25-28 (Grades 8-12)

Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee, and Seminole State College

Introduction to Forensics and Evidence: A Chemical Lab Experience, June 18-22; check in on June 17 (Grades 10-12)

Oklahoma Christian University

Opportunity Bytes, June 18-22 (Grades 9-12)

Oklahoma City Community College

Mathematics in Astronomy and Space Technologies, July 23-27 (Grades 8-9)
Summer Biotechnology/Bioinformatics Discovery! Academy, June 11-15 (Grades 11-12)

Oklahoma Panhandle State University, Goodwell

Computer Graphics: A First Look at Careers & Skills for Getting into the Game Industry, June 11-15 (Grades 9-10)

Oklahoma State University, Stillwater

Exploring Quantitative Analysis: A Basic Introduction, July 8-21 (Grades 9-10)
Fired Up About Research, Science and Engineering, July 8-14 (Grades 10-12)
Reaching Engineering and Architecture Career Heights, June 1-8 (Grades 11-12)
Aerospace Education High School Summer Academy, June 10-15 (Grades 11-12)

Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City

Architecture/Construction Technology Academy, June 11-15 (Grades 9-10)
Remote Controlled Basics of Technology and Science: RC BOTS Camp, June 18-29 (Grades 10-11)
Surveying Academy, June 20-22 (Grades 10-12)

Oklahoma State University Technical Branch – Okmulgee

Information Technology Enterprise Academy, June 10-15 (Grades 8-10)

Oral Roberts University, Tulsa

An Integrated Program to Enhance Mathematics and Science Skills Through Hands-On Experiences, June 11-15; follow up on Aug. 25 (Grades 8-9)

Seminole State College

Peek Into Engineering, July 29–August 3 (Grades 10-12)

Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Weatherford

Oklahoma Giants: Exploring the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics of Wind and Oil Energy in Oklahoma, Session I: June 18-22, Session II: June 25-29, Session III: July 16-20 (Grades 10-12)
Southwestern Math and Science Academy, June 3-15 (Grades 11-12)

University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond

Engineering Physics: Team Science and Technology, Session I: June 4-8, Session II: June 11-15 (Grades 8-10)
Public Secrets: The Science of Encryption and Other Careers in Mathematics and Technology, Session I: June 10-15, Session II: June 24-29 (Grades 8-10)
UCO Forensic Science Summer Academy, Session I: June 4-8, Session II: June 11-15 (Grades 9-11)

University of Oklahoma, Norman

Bridges to College Math, Science and Engineering, Session I: July 15-20, Session II: July 22-27 (Grades 11-12)

University of Oklahoma Biological Station (near Lake Texoma)

Field Studies in Multidisciplinary Biology, Session I: June 10-16, Session II: July 1-7, Session III: July 8-14, Session IV: July 15-21 (Grades 11-12)

The University of Tulsa

Technology Education and Collaborative Summer Academy, Session I: June 11-20, Session II: July 30–Aug. 8 (Grades 8-9)
Summer Electrical Engineering Academy for Pre-College Students, June 11-15 (Grades 8-11)

Western Oklahoma State College, Altus

Summer Academy in Plant Biology and Transgenics, July 23-27 (Grades 8-9)