2008 Summer Academies in Math, Science and 
Technology - Grades 8-9
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.
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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