2008 Summer Academies in Math, Science and 
Technology
Get out of the house this summer and head to a college campus.
Investigate the area of forensic science, design a video game or even build your own robot!
TOTALLY FREE!
Be sure to request applications from the contact person listed under the academy you choose. Or call 1.800.858.1840 for more information.
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Cameron University, Lawton
Science Detectives
Residential
June 1-7
This academy bridges the gap between talking about science and doing science. Participants will literally become “field detectives” and collect water samples from area lakes, ponds, streams, drinking water sources, pools and other water sources for laboratory testing to determine, “What is that stuff in the water?” This is particularly timely in light of recent outbreaks of E coli. Participants will learn about testing for and recognizing various coliforms and pathogens.
Contact: Dr. Joe Langley, jlangley@cameron.edu or 580.581.2852, or Beth Young, byoung@cameron.edu or 580.581.2281
Redlands Community College, El Reno
Exploring Natural Resources
Residential
Session 1: June 15-21
Session 2: June 22-28
The academy will provide two cohorts of 24 students each a one-week experience studying Oklahoma’s fish, aquatic insects, reptiles and amphibians. Students will obtain samples from Oklahoma streams and rivers to develop basic experimental designs for collecting useful, standardized data. Specimens will be collected to determine water “health” and GPS systems will be used to locate determinates of sample collection points, thus indexing water health. Students will use computers and software to monitor results between years to identify general patterns of water health across the state. Students will also learn about the safety and ethical concerns involved in field and laboratory studies while engaging in stimulating, hands-on sample collecting. The combination of field trips, science lab experiences and computer experiences will provide students the opportunity to gain math, science and critical thinking skills while experiencing campus residential life.
Contact: Dr. Raymond Frazier, frazierr@redlandscc.edu or 405.422.1400, ext. 2311
The University of Tulsa
Technology Education and Collaborative: Summer TEC
Commuter
Session 1: June 7-16
Session 2: July 28-August 6
Two sessions will focus on activities integrating GPS with GIS software. Students in these commuter academies will use hand-held GPS receivers for data collection at The University of Tulsa and during a field trip, then process the data to create interactive GIS maps. Students will work individually and in groups with personal computers to present results through PowerPoint presentations. Students will use digital cameras and camcorders, download data sets from the Internet, participate in chat rooms, use innovative software, and participate in GPS scavenger hunts and geo-caches.
Contact: Dr. David Brown, 918.631.2719. Get more information and an application at www.orgs.utulsa.edu/tec
Western Oklahoma State University, Altus
Plant Biology and Genomics
Residential
June 16-20
During this academy, students will be engaged in studying plant biology using a curriculum integrating mathematics, science and technology with field experiences. Including an entry-level course in DNA science, this academy is designed for highly motivated students interested in expanding their knowledge of basic genetics and applications in plant biology. Laboratory experiments are designed to increase genetic literacy, encourage critical and creative thinking, and spark interest. Besides laboratory explorations, students will participate in field trips and career exploration, bioethics and recreational components to add to the team spirit of the academy and the fun of learning experiences.
Contact: Elizabeth Wallace, Western Oklahoma State College, 2801 N. Main, Altus, OK 73521, elizabeth.wallace@wosc.edu or 580.477.7761
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8-9 • 8-10 • 8-11 • 9-10 • 9-11 • 9-12 • 10-11 • 10-12 • 11-12
Oklahoma State University Technical Branch – Okmulgee
Emerging and Converging Technologies
Residential
June 15-20
Students will apply math and science skills while participating in hands-on lab exercises in seven different programs offered at Oklahoma State University Technical Branch - Okmulgee. Participants will have the opportunity to actually go on the job with graduates of culinary arts, engineering technologies, visual communications, nursing, information technologies, automotive and air conditioning/refrigeration programs. In addition, students will experience college life in the dorms. Students will participate in many fun-filled evening activities and investigate the undeniable claim that a college degree will take students where they want to go.
Contact: Chad Spurlock, chad.spurlock@okstate.edu or 918.293.4622, or Dr. Mark Allen, mark.allen@okstate.edu, 918.293.4830 or 918.293.4853 (fax).
University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond
Engineering Physics Explorations
Commuter
Session 1: June 2–6
Session 2: June 9–13
This academy will offer two separate, five-day sessions for 15 students. Participants will learn about engineering and physics applications such as mechanics, electronic instrumentation and robotics. Each participant will work in a team with two other students to complete projects and, using what they have learned, set their team in competition with other teams. A University of Central Oklahoma engineering physics or biomedical engineering student will guide each team, while UCO engineering and physics faculty members will serve as instructors. In a series of lunchtime seminars, participants will hear presentations from area companies about science and technology opportunities in Oklahoma, along with presentations from UCO faculty about new and exciting areas of engineering and physics.
Contact: Dr. Ronald C. Miller, rmiller@ucok.edu or 405.974.5471, or Dr. Charles A. Hughes, chughes@ucok.edu or 405.974.5472, Department of Engineering and Physics, University of Central Oklahoma, 100 N. University, Edmond, OK 73034. Get more information and an application at www.physics.ucok.edu/Outreach/SummerAcad/index.html.
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8-9 • 8-10 • 8-11 • 9-10 • 9-11 • 9-12 • 10-11 • 10-12 • 11-12
The University of Tulsa
Summer Electrical Engineering Academy for Precollege Students
Commuter
July 7-11
This academy makes students aware of careers in electrical engineering through hands-on design projects, seminars, industry professional interaction and company tours. High school teachers receive training and assist the investigators with the academy’s activities. Students will present their experiences in their math and science classes during the school year, and teachers will be supported in implementing academy exercises within their classrooms. The goal is to attract more Oklahoma students into engineering to meet Oklahoma technical employer needs.
Contact: Peter LoPresti, peter-lopresti@utulsa.edu or 918.631.3274
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8-9 • 8-10 • 8-11 • 9-10 • 9-11 • 9-12 • 10-11 • 10-12 • 11-12
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater
Exploring Quantitative Analysis: A Basic Introduction
Residential
June 1-14
During this academy, students will exercise their research and reasoning abilities by learning the basic concepts behind research design, data collection, survey design and computer use, including Web page design. Students will put their knowledge into action by designing experiments about animal behavior to conduct at the Tulsa Zoo. They will also design observational experiments about people, learn about ongoing research in the psychology department, and design and administer their own surveys. Field trips include Leonardo Discovery Museum, Science Museum Oklahoma (formerly the Omniplex), Natural History Museum, Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences and the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Activities also include seminars about going to college, Jeopardy, movie nights and a trip to Frontier City and a Redhawks game. The academy will cap off with a poster presentation reception for family and friends.
Contact: Dr. Melanie Page, melanie.page@okstate.edu. Get more information and an application at fp.okstate.edu/melanis/ssa/index.html.
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8-9 • 8-10 • 8-11 • 9-10 • 9-11 • 9-12 • 10-11 • 10-12 • 11-12
Northeastern State University, Broken Arrow
Quest for the Treasure Chest: GPS-Style
Commuter
June 9-13
Einstein buried ancient “treasure chests” of information and riches in several locations throughout the United States with the hopes that bright, young students would be able to figure out their locations. Armed with modern-day GPS equipment, students will navigate the all-new, specially designed, $3.8 million Helm-Zar Challenge Course maintained by Tulsa Public Schools. While navigating the course, teams will locate the hidden treasure and inherently polish their mathematics, science, leadership and team-building skills.
Contact: Dr. Michael Wilds, wilds@nsuok.edu or 918.449.6532. Get more information and an application at arapaho.nsuok.edu/~wilds/.
University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond
UCO Forensic Science Summer Academy
Commuter
Session 1: June 9-13
Session 2: June 16-20
This 2007, 2008 and 2009 academy features two separate, five-day sessions for 15 students, with returning participation in subsequent years encouraged. Participants will engage in scientific inquiry through crime scene investigation and analysis by working in teams to evaluate mock crime scenes, collect and process evidence, and report results that solve the crime. University of Central Oklahoma chemistry or forensic science majors will guide participant teams, with UCO faculty serving as instructors. Lunchtime seminars include career specializations in forensic science, how to prepare for academic success, and information on college admissions, financial aid and enrollment. Lunch will be provided, as well as a daily stipend.
Contact: Dr. Dana Rundle, drundle@ucok.edu. Get more information and an application form at www.chemistry.ucok.edu.
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8-9 • 8-10 • 8-11 • 9-10 • 9-11 • 9-12 • 10-11 • 10-12 • 11-12
Connors State College, Warner
Ecological Investigations and Wilderness Adventure
Residential
Session 1: June 1-6
Session 2: June 8-13
Session 3: June 15-20
This academy invites students to come and experience the wonder of nature for themselves. Students will stay in a new dorm on the Connors State College campus and each day be transported to an outdoor classroom – 1,613 acres of lakes, woods, fields and trails. Students will have the opportunity to help with an endangered species research project – a study to determine why catfish in Lake Eufaula have purple eggs – and to go with fisheries biologists to shock fish for a census in our lakes. Students will enjoy true hands-on learning in biology, ecology, meteorology, natural history and much more!
Contact: Dr. Stuart Woods, Connors State College, 2501 N. 41 E, Muskogee, OK. 74403, swoods@connorsstate.edu or 918.684.5475
Northern Oklahoma College, Enid
CSI: Northern Summer Academy
Residential
June 23-26
This academy is looking for high school students interested in science, mathematics and/or career opportunities in criminal justice. Twenty students will be selected to participate in four exciting days of hands-on activities, science experiments, field trips for behind-the-scene looks at area industries and a “who done it” conclusion.
Contact: Dr. Kimberly Miles, 580.628.6399, or Tera Davis, 580.548.2215. Download the academy application (DOC, 52k).
Oklahoma Christian University, Oklahoma City
Opportunity Bytes
Commuter
June 16-20
Students interested in the math or computer science fields should check out this academy that gives them the opportunity to write computer programs in an interactive environment incorporating 3-D graphics. They will also conduct fun experiments and learn how statistics apply to the real world. During the academy, students will visit with successful professionals in the computer science field who share their love of math and computers. Students will also enjoy field trips to leading-edge centers of research and industry. Past field trips include Riskmetrics in Noble, the Federal Aviation Administration site in Oklahoma City and the University of Oklahoma Supercomputer Center.
Contact: Andy Harbert, andy.harbert@oc.edu, or Jennifer Bryan, jennifer.bryan@oc.edu, 405.425.5400
Oklahoma Panhandle State University, Goodwell
Computer Graphics: Getting Into the Game Industry
Residental
June 17-20
This academy targets high school students with interest in computer graphics/video game design careers. Students will experience five days of intense, yet fun, computer graphics training. The course will cover 2-D graphic design using Adobe Photoshop, 3-D graphic design using Maya and Unreal Editor, as well as realistic expectations of salaries and job descriptions. The program will encourage creativity and desire to complete a college degree in computer graphics or a related field.
Contact: Joe Breeden, joeb@opsu.edu
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8-9 • 8-10 • 8-11 • 9-10 • 9-11 • 9-12 • 10-11 • 10-12 • 11-12
Oklahoma State University – Oklahoma City
Remote Controlled Basics of Technology and Science (RC BOTS)
Commuter
June 16–27
This two-week academy uses critical thinking and scientific principles to solve real world problems in a challenging and entertaining way. During the camp, students will learn the basic concepts of electronics, robotic programming and mechanical design in order to build a superior robot. The students test their creation against other robots in different competitive events. Guest speakers and a field trip introduce students to college and job opportunities in the engineering field.
Contact Calvin Hill, Oklahoma State University – Oklahoma City, 900 N. Portland Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73107, cjh@osuokc.edu or 405.945.9193
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8-9 • 8-10 • 8-11 • 9-10 • 9-11 • 9-12 • 10-11 • 10-12 • 11-12
Langston University, Langston
An Intensive Summer Academy in Mathematics and Science for Grades 10–12
Residential
June 8-21
This academy invites students to challenge their brains this summer! Students will work with scientists to examine fungi inoculation, culturing and growth, chromatography, and anatomical dissection. They also will learn chemistry stoichiometric measurements and calculations and the theory and graphing of calculus functions. Students will participate in daily workshops to prepare for the ACT and explore outside the classroom on field trips to the Langston University Aquatic Center, the Research and Extension Center, Goat Farm, and Langston University Lake.
Contact: Dr. Alonzo Peterson, jkcoleman@lunet.edu or 405.466.3314. Get more information at www.lunet.edu/MSA.
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater
Fired-Up About Research Science and Engineering
Residential
July 13-18
Explore and experience the excitement of the technology and sciences that reshape our world. During this intensive week-long program, participants are challenged with laboratory and field- based scenarios centered on a common theme: fire. Participants investigate careers, learn new skills and prepare for the fascinating world of technology. Specific activities include forensics, robotics and the science and engineering of fire.
Contact: Jovette Dew, Jovette.dew@okstate.edu or 405.744.2920
Seminole State College, Seminole
Peek Into Engineering (PIE)
Residential
July 27–August 1
During this academy, teams of students will assemble robots, model boats and design an obstacle course in the form of a maze. Exciting activities will expose participants to virtual, digitally controlled mass inflow systems and the aerospace, computer, electrical, material, mechanical and systems engineering fields. Competition will be held throughout the academy. Field trips will be taken to University of Oklahoma, the Jasmine Moran Museum and engineering facilities like Enviro Systems and Blue Wave Boats.
Contact: Richard Walcott, rwalcott@sscok.edu or 405.382.9217. Get more information at www.sscok.edu/PieAcademy/PieMainPg.htm.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Weatherford
Oklahoma Giants – Exploring the Science, Math, Engineering and Technology of Oklahoma’s Wind and Natural Gas Energy
Residential
Session 1: July 6-11
Session 2: July 13-18
Session 3: July 20-25
This academy is a fun way to explore the math, science and technology behind two of Oklahoma’s most valuable resources – wind and natural gas. Using labs and field trips, students will explore the math, science and technology used every day by Oklahoma men and women as they produce energy for our nation. The academy will take place on the campus of Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, 70 miles west of Oklahoma City in the heart of Oklahoma’s wind and gas energy industry.
Contact: Jeffrey Short, 580.774.3711
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8-9 • 8-10 • 8-11 • 9-10 • 9-11 • 9-12 • 10-11 • 10-12 • 11-12
East Central University, Ada
Secret Messages: The Lottery, Game Shows and Other Mathematical Pursuits
Residential
June 1-6
The aim of this academy is to introduce participants to a hands-on, technology-based, fun-filled, stimulating interdisciplinary experience and to expose them to connections between math and related scientific areas that are used extensively in the real world, such as operations research, probability and statistics, topology, math modeling and cryptography The attempt is to generate an interest and improve mathematics performance at the high school level, thereby encouraging, exciting and motivating a pursuit of mathematics and its applications as a major area of study at the college level and beyond and/or as available and lucrative career options.
Contact: Dr. Robert Ferdinand, 580.559.5285. Get more information and an application at cs.ecok.edu/~rferd/ecuacad08/home.htm.
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater
OSU High School Aerospace Academy
Residential
June 8-19
This academy makes it possible for 30 students to actively study aerospace education concepts. The academy strives to nurture students’ interest in technology, biology, chemistry, physics, earth science and mathematics, to demonstrate how these disciplines can be integrated into aerospace education studies and to support the Oklahoma Priority Academic Student Skills (PASS). This two-week experience provides on-campus classroom activities and regional field trips, including trips to Oklahoma aviation industries and the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, to study aerospace career options, technology applications to the aerospace industry, and the impact of aviation and space exploration on society.
Contact: Director: Steven Marks, steve.marks@okstate.edu or 405.774.8125
Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Weatherford
Summer Science and Mathematics Academy
Residential
June 2-13
This academy is designed to give up to 32 students a two-week, on-campus experience of the close relationship between science, mathematics, technology and society and to motivate participants to pursue higher education and careers in science, mathematics and technology. The objectives for the academy are designed to meet the Priority Academic Student Skills (PASS) curriculum as well as National Education Standards in Science and Mathematics (NSES, PSSM). Participants will live in university dormitories, eat in the cafeteria, take classes in lecture halls and laboratories, and have access to university facilities and equipment at no charge. Participants will take courses in biology, chemistry, computer science, geology, space science, health, mathematics and physics to provide the fundamental scientific content and methodological background. Laboratory activities and field experiences are designed to enhance the participants’ inquiry skills required for scientific problem solving. During the last two days of the academy, participants will be involved in a problem-solving competition.
Contact: Dr. Brian D. Campbell, brian.campbell@swosu.edu or 580.774.3118
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