High School Students Can Study STEM On A College Campus Through DAPCEP

DETROIT – This summer, high school students can get a taste of campus life with residential STEM programs offered through DAPCEP. Research shows studying on campuses at an early age gives students a glimpse into the future.

There are two programs at Michigan State University (MSU) of note this summer. In one, Oakland County students entering grades 10-12 in fall can study engineering and computer programming at MSU starting July 8 in a residential program presented by DAPCEP and powered by United Way for Southeastern Michigan (UWSEM).

The other camp is funded by Ford Motor Company as part of the Ford Futures program and takes place at MSU the following week of July 15. It is only for current 11th grade students and open to all geographies.

Students will stay in dorms on the campus of MSU. Because of underwriting by UWSEM and Ford Motor Company, both weeklong camps are $100 and financial aid is available.

Oakland County Students Only (Entering Grades 10-12) July 8-12

The residential program through Teen Engineering Experience at Michigan State (TEEMS) will give students hands-on exposure to the field of engineering and life on the campus of MSU.

Students will spend one week on campus exploring engineering concepts and participating in hands-on, team-based projects focused on coding and programming, designed to enhance the teamwork and communications skills needed to be successful in engineering at the collegiate level.

Participants will explore Python, C++, Swift and other languages. Additionally, participants will tour scientific and engineering laboratories and engage faculty on MSU’s campus.

Following the July camp, interested students can continue with DAPCEP and participate in fall STEM Academy, also designed for Oakland County students, and supported by United Way. Fall classes are in metro Detroit and some offer a certification upon completion.

To register visit https://dapcep.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=298434

All Students in 11^th Grade July 15- 19

This summer program is for current 11th graders (entering grade 12 in the fall) and presents a great opportunity to prospective engineering students interested in the field of computer science and engineering. During the program, students will learn computer science and computer engineering principles, coding using Python, data analytics, cybersecurity, and applications into autonomous vehicles through short lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on experiments, team-based problem solving, and tours.

To Register, https://dapcep.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=298410.

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