Innovations in Bioengineering
Grade Level: Girls entering 8-9 Cost: Free; sponsored by a grant from NSF
June 24–28, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Open – Apply early, admission is on a rolling basis
Experience the excitement of working on a bioengineering project that will improve people’s health and well-being.
Uncover Innovative Solutions to Society’s Problems
Learn how science is the key to meeting real-world challenges. Working 1:1 with an undergraduate research student as your mentor, you’ll explore your own interests in biology, building confidence and learning about the value of engineering.
Each afternoon, accompanied by your mentor, you’ll be treated to workshops in innovative thinking and creativity, led by a professor from WPI’s School of Business. A closing ceremony and poster presentation will be held on Friday afternoon with your family and friends.
Application Deadline: April 30
An essay is required as part of our online application: “Please write a one-page essay explaining why you want to attend this program at WPI.”
Please request that a teacher (preferably math or science) submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf to summerdocuments@wpi.edu. No special form is required, and we would like to hear about the applicant’s technical ability, work ethic and character.
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Programs fill quickly, so apply today.
Launch
Learning and research opportunities in chemistry/biochemistry, robotics, computer science, and interactive media and game development fill your day at Launch – a summer program for rising high school freshmen and sophomores.
Disclaimer
* These programs require the interested party to submit an application, and in some cases, other documentation. Submission of an application does not represent acceptance. Participants will be notified of their status of acceptance.
Registration and documentation are required for the participant to be considered for enrollment in these programs. (it should list documentation vs. payment as there is no cost to this program)
All courses and programs are subject to change without prior notice.
Grades indicate the grade that the student will enter in the fall of 2013.
Programs include meals, materials, a t-shirt or drawstring bag, admission to field trips and transportation unless specifically noted otherwise. (it should state meals as all meals and snacks are provided, not just lunch)
Courses are taught by WPI faculty members and students unless otherwise noted.
