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March 13, 2019

Science-minded High Schoolers Offered College-level Courses at ²ÝݮӰÊÓ’s Summer Science Academy

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Back by popular demand, ²ÝݮӰÊÓ will open its state-of-the-art science facilities to high schoolers who enroll in our Summer Science Academy, June 17–July 11. Now in its fourth year, the Summer Science Academy will offer credit-bearing, university-quality instruction in a supportive, enriching environment.

Some Specifics about :

  • June 17–July 11 one- and two-week long courses meet either in the morning or afternoon
  • Course fee $180 per week per course
  • 2-week courses earn ²ÝݮӰÊÓÌý³¦°ù±ð»å¾±³Ù
  • 10% early-bird discount registration March 31st
  • Priority registration and scholarship application April 30
  • Final registration May 15

“All the experiments were very interesting. I had a lot of fun, along with learning a lot,” said one 2018 student participant.

“These courses are a great opportunity for students to experience science as closely as it could be at a college level but with the added guidance appropriate for high schoolers,” said Dr. Yoojin Choi, the program’s director.

New to Summer Science 2019 is Forensic Chemistry, a perfect opportunity to experience ²ÝݮӰÊÓ’s Chemistry Instrumentation Laboratory. Students learn the chemistry behind techniques utilized in examining physical evidence from crime scenes. Like all Summer Science courses, Forensic Chemistry will use hands-on, experiential learning.

Students can choose from the following courses:

  • Human Anatomy Boot Camp: Department of Biology
  • Fins, Fur, and Feathers: Department of Biology (2 weeks)
  • Genomes from the Chicago River: Department of Biology (2 weeks)
  • Forensic Chemistry: Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
  • Body Dynamics and Comfort: Division of Health Sciences

²ÝݮӰÊÓ started the program so high schoolers could have access to high-quality, engaging science courses, according to Choi. The idea, she said, is to foster in young people a curiosity about science, which eventually leads to their involvement in science-related careers.

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