Youth Programs
The Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI offers several youth programs for children and young adults pertaining to the engineering and technology fields.
Register here to reserve your spot!
POWER+IT stands for Preparing Outstanding Women for Engineering Roles and Information Technology Summer Camp! This program will be held in person and is hosted by the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology, IUPUI:
June 21-24, 2022
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The camp will explore engineering and technology with students who will be entering grades 9-12 in the Fall of 2022 (Graduating high school seniors who have been admitted to an engineering and technology program at IUPUI for the Fall 2022 semester are welcome to attend the camp and may be eligible to apply for an incoming student scholarship – awards range from $1000-$2000).
Participants will have fun and interactive opportunities to learn about engineering and technology. The camp will provide activities designed to prepare students for success in college and students will be introduced to university faculty and industry representatives.
The program fee for the camp is $100, which includes a drawstring bag, t-shirt, and project materials and lunch. Receipt of payment will hold a participant’s spot in the camp.
Need-based scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Contact: Marilyn Mangin at mmangin@iupui.edu, or 317-278-2407, if you have any questions
Register here to reserve your spot!
MEAP stands for Minority Engineering Advancement Program Summer Camp! This program will be held in person and is hosted by the Purdue
School of Engineering and Technology, IUPUI:
June 21-24, 2022
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The camp will explore engineering and technology with students who will be entering grades 9-12 in the Fall of 2022 (Graduating high school seniors who have been admitted to an engineering and technology program at IUPUI for the Fall 2022 semester are welcome to attend the camp and may be eligible to apply for an incoming student scholarship – awards range from $1000-$2000).
Participants will have fun and interactive opportunities to learn about engineering and technology. The camp will provide activities designed to prepare students for success in college and students will be introduced to university faculty and industry representatives.
The program fee for the camp is $100, which includes a drawstring bag, t-shirt, and project materials and lunch. Receipt of payment will hold a participant’s spot in the camp.
Need-based scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Contact: Patrick Gee at pgee@iupui.edu, or 317-274-2943, if you have any questions
Funded by the National Science Foundation, the Research Experiences for Teacher Advancement In Nanotechnology (RETAIN) is a six week program that provides a unique opportunity for high-school teachers to explore the interdisciplinary field of nanotechnology at IUPUI and its impact on STEM education. This cutting-edge field is rapidly becoming an essential part of science, engineering, medicine, and many other disciplines.
About the Program
- The program is for US citizens or permanent residents only.
- Teacher can receive up to $8,000 via stipend, tuition, supplies, and travel.
- The program pays a stipend of $6,000.
- Travel reimbursements of up to $1,000 will be covered to attend and present at a national conference.
- Up to $1,000 to purchase materials/supplies to assist teachers in transferring the research experience to their classrooms.
- Participants are required to attend entire six weeks, all weekly meetings, seminars, field trips, and workshops.
RETAIN is an immersive program for high school STEM teachers that provides:
- Research experience and knowledge of careers in nanotechnology.
- Hands-on laboratory experiences in inquiry-based science.
- Participant-designed teaching modules.
- Connection to a professional network of other teachers, professors, and scientists.
- Professional development and graduate credits.
For information, please click HERE.
Funded by the National Science Foundation, Nanotechnology Experiences for Students and Teachers (NEST) is a two week program that provides a unique opportunity for teachers to explore the interdisciplinary field of nanotechnology at IUPUI. This cutting-edge field is rapidly becoming an essential part of science, engineering, medicine, and many other disciplines.
- The program is for US citizens or permanent residents only.
- Teachers can receive up to $4,000 via stipend, supplies, and travel.
- The program pays a stipend of $2,000.
- Travel reimbursements of up to $1,000 will be covered to attend and present at a national conference.
- Up to $1,000 to purchase materials/supplies to assist teachers in transferring the research experience to their classrooms.
- Recruit your students to participate in NEST student program
NEST for teachers is an immersive program in STEM that provides:
- Research experience and knowledge of careers in nanotechnology.
- Hands-on laboratory experiences in inquiry-based science.
- Participant-designed teaching modules.
- Connection to a professional network of other teachers, professors, and scientists.
- Professional development credits.
Program Website and Application (Click Here)
Funded by the National Science Foundation, Nanotechnology Experiences for Students and Teachers (NEST) is a two week program that provides a unique opportunity for high-school students to explore the interdisciplinary field of nanotechnology at IUPUI. This cutting-edge field is rapidly becoming an essential part of science, engineering, medicine, and many other disciplines.
- For High School Students, Grade 9-12. Must be US citizens or permanent residents only.
- Earn a college-credit hour in Engineering & Technology and/or Science and enjoy the benefits of being a college-student at IUPUI.
- A $500.00 scholarship stipend is available to students who are financially disadvantaged, 21st century scholars, or from high-need/socioeconomic school districts. Participants who are covered through scholarship are required to attend two weeks.
Through NEST, join us on a fascinating journey through the cutting-edge field of nanotechnology at a summer camp on the IUPUI campus.
- Research experience and knowledge of careers in nanotechnology.
- Hands-on laboratory experiences in inquiry-based science.
- Discover innovative technologies.
- Engage in university faculty mentored academic year independent research.
- Connection to a professional network of teachers, professors, and scientists.
Program Website and Application (Click Here)
Supporting our youth programs
Whether you are a parent looking for a fun, creative, and challenging place for your child to spend a week of summer, a teacher desiring support and resources, or an active STEM education advocate seeking to strengthen our community’s investment in the next generation, we invite you to take a look around.
See for yourself the great things that are happening in our community, thanks to the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI. And find out how you can grow along with us.
For interest in partnering or supporting our youth programs, please contact the Office of Development.
