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CORNERSTONE SUMMER CAMP

3/16/2020

Curiosity and innovation doesn't have to stop when school breaks for the summer. Cornerstone University offers a number of summer camps for students grades 3-12! Athletes, young entrepreneurs and creative writers will find themselves right at home with our summer programs while being challenged to build on the skills and knowledge that they already have.

BUSINESS CAMP
The global marketplace is changing fast, and at Cornerstone we believe in preparing students to meet the growing needs of business. Students grades 9-12 and entering college freshmen are invited to join us for Entrepreneurship in a Global Marketplace Camp, a three-day business camp designed for future entrepreneurs and leaders.

This camp offers activities and seminars that will teach you how to creatively solve complex issues, navigate the world of business and more. You can even network with West Michigan entrepreneurs and present in a business plan competition judged by local business professionals! This campus will run July 29-31, 2020.

CREATIVE WRITING CAMP
Creativity matters, and we want to help you create something spectacular. Whether you're looking to revamp old ideas or explore new ones, Cornerstone's Creative Writing Camp will provide you with a community space to practice and improve your writing skills.

This three-day camp for high school students and entering college freshmen is led by knowledgable CU faculty and industry professionals. You will have the opportunity to experiment with storytelling in different genres and learn about the publishing and editing industry. There will even be a chance to participate in a writing competition judged by local authors and editors! This camp will run July 7-9, 2020.

SPORTS CAMPS
At CU, athletics are about more than just the game. It's about representing Christ in everything we do. With the help of dedicated mentors, summer camp participants can improve their skills and their relationship with Christ as they learn how to integrate faith with athletics through good sportsmanship.

From soccer and basketball to volleyball and baseball, interested students have the opportunity to choose from five different sports camps. While not every sport is offered for each grade, a full list of camp dates can be found on the CU Athletics website.

STANFORD PRE-COLLEGIATE STUDIES

3/16/2020

Programs for students in grades 7-12
We invite you to join our community of passionate students, staff, and instructors. Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies advances the education of academically talented, intellectually curious, pre-college students. We offer a variety of programs designed to meet the needs of top students everywhere.

Our diverse academic programs fit a wide variety of student needs. Summer programs? We host nearly 2,500 students on campus each summer. Commuter options? We run enrichment circles for local students in math, science, and humanities. Whether you're in elementary school or high school, interested in Aristotle or Astrochemistry, we have a program for you.
Explore them here!

KCAD SUMMER YOUTH CONTINUING STUDIES

3/16/2020

The Continuing Studies Department at Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University (KCAD) offers non-credit classes for youth, adults and professionals. Use the links here to view courses online, or click on one of the the "Schedule of Classes" to view our current catalogs.

CORNERSTONE BUSINESS CAMP

3/16/2020

ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN A GLOBAL MARKETPLACE BUSINESS CAMP
This three-day business camp experience is designed for future entrepreneurs and leaders. With fellow high school peers, you'll take seminars on topics such as creativity and business plan development, network with West Michigan entrepreneurs and present in a business plan competition.

Registration for the 2018 Entrepreneurship in a Global Marketplace Camp is open to high school students entering grades 9th-12th, along with entering new college freshmen.

Dates: July 29-31, 2020
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (overnight lodging is not provided)
Location: Cornerstone University (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
Cost: $150 (plus a $3.75 processing fee)

For more information, and to resister, visit Cornerstone's website by clicking the button here.

MICHIGAN TECH: SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS

3/9/2020

Michigan Tech hosts Summer Youth Programs- week-long explorations designed to create awareness of, and stimulate interest in, the world of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Over 50 courses offered
88% gained confidence in their ability to be successful in a college atmosphere
96% recommend exploration to others

Our programs aren't ordinary, and neither are the 1,000+ students that attend. They build robots, conduct chemical analysis, explore entrepreneurship, and inspect ecosystems. Coming from across the country and around the world, students learn engineering, digital photography, metal casting, and more—all in an adventurous, fun, and hands-on way.

For more information visit: Summer Youth Camps

GRAND VALLEY | LAKER EXPERIENCE DAYS

3/9/2020

FRIDAY, APRIL 3 & FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2020
The Admissions Office will be hosting Laker Experience Days this fall for high school seniors and their parents. This open house program is intended to help students discover why Grand Valley State University might be a great fit, and will help them understand the college search and application process.

An agenda of the event is listed below:

9:00 a.m. - Check-In & Registration *with complimentary breakfast*
9:30 a.m. - University Overview
10:10 a.m. - Academic Information Session
11:20 a.m. - Student Services Information Sessions
11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. - Campus tours - leaving every 15 minutes

GVSU	For more information, visit the GVSU website, by clicking the button here.

CMU 2020 CAMPUS VISIT EVENTS

3/4/2020

Discover why CMU is right for you through College Days. These events are centered around a specific academic area and give you the chance to meet faculty, staff and current students.
College Days are July 10, 17, and 24.

Each College Day includes an opportunity to:
+ Tour CMU's park-like campus
+ Explore facilities specific to your area of study
+ Find out how to apply for admission
+ See what scholarships you qualify for
+ Enjoy lunch in a residential restaurant
+ Interact with your future faculty during breakout
sessions for specific academic offerings
+ Visit the Student Services Fair to speak with
representatives from many university offices.

CMU LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

3/4/2020

The Mission of Leadership Camp is to guide participants in their exploration of The Social Change Model of Development in a fun and interactive way, engaging them in a collaborative change process that empowers them to make a positive impact on CMU and the broader community.

Leadership Camp 2020 will take place on the campus of Central Michigan University. Camp is offered to admitted CMU students for the Fall and high school juniors who are considering CMU as their school of choice.

CAMP 1: MAY 17-19
CAMP 2: JUNE 5-7
Registration Deadline: April 20,2020

U OF M DEARBORN | OPEN HOUSE

3/4/2020

Saturday, May 2, 2020
10 p.m.-1 p.m.
Main Campus - University Center

The Office of Admissions and Orientation invites prospective undergraduate students and their families to join us for our Spring Open House. This event is an ideal opportunity to learn everything you want to know about the University of Michigan-Dearborn.

Spring Open House Opportunities:
* Talk to faculty, students, alumni, and staff
* Learn about the admissions process, financial aid, and scholarships
* Attend a mock college course
* Discover campus involvement opportunities
* Take a tour of campus and visit The Union at Dearborn

U OF M DEARBORN

For more information, and to RSVP, visit their website via the link here.

GVSU FILM, VIDEO & ART OPEN HOUSE

3/3/2020

Learn more and register at this link on GVSU's website here. 

GVSU Open House Flyer

Film/Video LED Open House from GVSU FVP on Vimeo.

CALVIN YOUNG WOMEN'S BUSINESS INSTITUTE

2/27/2020

The Calvin Center for Innovation in Business welcomes to campus exceptional students interested in studying business, networking, and personal growth.

From Wednesday, June 17 through Friday, June 19, Calvin University's Center for Innovation in Business will host the annual Calvin Young Women's Business Institute. This three-day program will expose students to innovative business theories, disciplines and practices as they work alongside and network with business leaders.

This is a selective, resume-building program open to young women who are rising high school juniors and seniors during the 2020-2021 academic year.Applications for the program are due Friday, May 17.

Students only need to cover their personal expenses and the cost of transportation to and from Calvin University.

Contact Stephanie Boer at 616-526-7862 or stephanie.boer@calvin.edu if you would like more information.

U of DAYTON SUMMER ENGINEERING CAMPS

2/27/2020

For 11th and 12th grade students with a GPA of 3.0...

Our Summer Engineering Experiences at the University of Dayton will expose you to the world of engineering and student life.

You will have the opportunity to explore the diverse fields of engineering through collaborative and hands-on, faculty-led projects.

Camps include:

Multi-Ethnic Men in Engineering Camp (June 17-20, 2020)
Co-Ed Engineering Camp (June 21-24, 2020)
Women in Engineering Camp (June 24-27, 2020)
Co-Ed Engineering Express Camp (July 10-11, 2020)

COOPERATIVE YOUTH TOUR

2/19/2020

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime: June 20-25, 2020
Are You Up For Amazing?
Travel to Washington, D.C. WITH ALL EXPENSES PAID to explore monuments and museums, meet with members of Congress, and make lifelong friends with other students from across the country. You’ll discover leadership lessons from our nation’s history and be immersed in the cooperative spirit that built our nation, with all expenses paid by your local electric cooperative. Yeah, that’s pretty amazing. Are you up for it?

Applications will be available through February 28 for students whose families are members of the Michigan Electric Cooperative.

INDIANA WESLEYAN SPRING VISITS

2/19/2020

General Visit Day
Get your feet wet in all things IWU! General Visit Days give you the opportunity to tour the campus, worship in chapel, eat in the dining commons, interact with students and faculty, explore all of our majors, and so much more! Register here.

02/29 - Spotlight on Transfer Students
03/20 - Spotlight on Teacher Education
04/03 - Fusion Youth Conference following the event
04/17 - General Visit Day

SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY SUMMER COLLEGE

2/19/2020

Summer College pre-college programs and courses, offered in eleven of SU’s schools and colleges, reflect the richness and diversity of the majors and minors at Syracuse University. All Summer College programs and courses are college-level and led by Syracuse University faculty and instructors. Residential students live in a residence hall and eat their meals in a dining hall. Field trips and activities on campus give students the opportunity to relax, have fun, and make new friends. Live on campus, learn from Syracuse University instructors, and have fun! Join us next summer: June 27 – August 7, 2020.

Questions? Visit summercollege.syr.edu or email sumcoll@syr.edu

MIAMI UNIVERSITY SUMMER SCHOLARS

2/19/2020

The Summer Scholars Program provides a rich, early college experience for academically-talented rising high school juniors and seniors from across the globe. Students will join an engaged community of learners for an intense, two-week program in which they do the following:

Participate in challenging, immersive academic modules centered on a specific topic or area of interest.
Learn alongside our leading faculty and professional experts.
Reside in a "living-learning" community with other Summer Scholars participants and get a real preview of college life — live in a residence hall, eat in our award-winning dining halls, and enjoy campus facilities such as our Recreational Sports Center and Goggin Ice Center.
Attend special workshops on topics such as the college admission process and financial assistance. Get an insider's look at the college application process — learn about ACT/SAT test preparation, how to find the right college fit, how to write the best college essay, as well as get an introduction to financial aid and scholarships.
Participate in special excursions to local attractions, such as Kings Island, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, and a Cincinnati Reds game.
Receive priority consideration for merit scholarships and selective programs.

PROGRAM DETAILS
The 2020 Summer Scholars Program will take place during two sessions - APPLY BY MAY 1 to MiamiOH.edu/summerscholars:

Session I
July 5 - July 17, 2020
Session II
July 19 - July 31, 2020

FSU SURVEYING ENGINEERING PROGRAM

2/19/2020

FSU has the largest and best equipped Surveying Engineering program in North America with ABET/EAC Engineering Accreditation. It is also the only Engineering Program at FSU.

Profession with 100% job placement every year. In fact, our graduates often receive ten or more job offers. Starting salary is as much as $80,000 per year!

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Surveying Engineering is designed to meet the needs of all students in the program. Graduates will be:

A. Program graduates will apply communication skills, lifelong learning attitude, and the knowledge of mathematics and basic science to attain advancement within the surveying profession.
B. Program graduates will exhibit creativity, leadership and team-building abilities, cultural appreciation and an understanding of global, societal, and environmental context consistent with the principles of sustainable development.
C. Program graduates will be engaged in the professional practice of surveying engineering with high ethical and professional responsibilities.
D. The program graduates will strive for professional licensure.

PURDUE WOMEN IN ENGINEERING

2/6/2020

EXPLORING ENGINEERING AT PURDUE
Monday, April 20, 2020
Explore Purdue Engineering during a college campus visit, specifically targeted toward women in their junior or senior year of high school!

Plan to schedule and attend two engineering major sessions and an engineering interest session. Discover resources, tools and connections from our current engineering students, professional staff and alumnae during the day and at our free networking luncheon. Cap off your visit by touring the engineering campus or a student dorm.

If you are looking for something extra to do on campus Sunday evening, April 19, 2020, join us! Check-in early, visit representatives from engineering clubs, organizations and majors. Take a tour through first-year engineering classrooms and EPICS lab space within Armstrong Hall.

We hope to see you at Exploring Engineering at Purdue - Boiler Up!
To register, click here.

GRCC SPRING OPEN HOUSE

2/6/2020

GRCC SPRING OPEN HOUSE
Date: March 14, 2020
Time: 10AM-1PM
Location: GRCC's Wisner-Bottrall Applied Technology Center

Reserve your spot today and join us to:

Explore Academic Pathways
Go on a tour of campus
Take the Placement Test - sign up here! (Testing starts at 9:00!)
Attend a FAFSA Completion Workshop - sign up here!
Meet with faculty and staff in our Resource Fair
Free parking in our GRCC ramps. Pull a ticket and we will give you a pass at registration.
We will also have refreshments and giveaways for all who attend.
PLUS - one lucky attendee will win a $500 GRCC Scholarship.

AUBURN | ENGINEERING DAY

1/28/2020

E-DAY | FEBRUARY 28, 2020
We invite students considering a career in engineering to join us and feel the excitement of Alabama's premier engineering educational experience. Auburn Engineering's annual open house gives students a chance to learn about our campus, our programs and the incredible opportunities Auburn's Samuel Ginn College of Engineering offers.

Seventh through twelfth graders have opportunities to chat one-on-one with students and faculty, experience interactive exhibits, and visit classes and labs, including the new Shelby Center for Engineering Technology. They can also tour the beautiful Auburn campus, and learn about admissions, scholarships, financial aid and residence life. Be sure to watch our video from this year, highlighting the departments, tours and organizations that students experienced!

For more information and to register, visit their website.
Registration closes February 21.

OLIVET COMET DAYS & VIP WEEK

12/12/2019

COMET DAYS

Come see what it’s like to be a Comet! Experience what it’s like to live and learn at OC. During these events you’ll get a chance to dig deeper into the majors and programs that interest you, and hear about all the opportunities to get involved in our community, student life and campus in general. You’ll get to have lunch at our Kirk Center, tour campus and more. And if during your visit you think of anything else you’d like to explore, just ask, and we’ll arrange it for you.

12/17 @ 10 AM
01/09 @ 10 AM
01/18 @ 10 AM *Special Saturday*
01/21 @ 10 AM
02/08 @ 10 AM *Special Saturday*
03/07 @ 10 AM *Special Saturday*
04/04 @ 10 AM *Special Saturday*
05/02 @ 10 AM *Special Saturday*
06/06 @ 10 AM *Special Saturday*
07/11 @ 10 AM *Special Saturday*

VIP WEEK

FEB 3-7 | MARCH 2-6 | MARCH 30-APRIL 3 | APRIL 27-MAY 1 | JUNE 1-5 | JULY 6-10

During these admitted-student only weeks, Olivet wants you to feel at home and take advantage of a customized one-on-one visit experience. What's on your campus bucket list? Reserve a day during the week, Monday through Friday, for your FULL ROYAL TREATMENT!

For more information, and to register, visit their website by clicking on the button here.

SAINT MARY'S EVENTS

11/26/2019

Senior Preview Day - Monday, February 17, 2020
Senior Preview Days are designed specifically for high school seniors. You will be matched with a current Saint Mary's student who will be your hostess as you attend a class and explore the residence hall in which she lives. You can also expect to learn more about clubs and activities on campus and eat lunch in the dining hall. Parents will have the opportunity to learn more about the admission process, financial aid, faculty interaction, student life, and much more. Click a date below to register!

Spring Day on Campus - Sunday, April 19, 2020
Are you a sophomore or junior in high school? Spring Day on Campus is a program specifically designed for you and your parents. During Spring Day, you and your family can explore our campus, get financial aid and admission advice, talk with your admission counselor, and learn about the benefits of a women's college. Register here.

NOTRE DAME | ARCHITECTURE CAREER DISCOVERY

11/26/2019

June 21 - July 3, 2020
Registration for the upcoming session will be available after February 1, 2020.

Geared toward those who are considering or who have already enrolled in an architecture program, participants not only learn architectural history but also the skills and responsibilities required in contemporary architecture practice.

During the 13-day program, students participate in design studios, architecture seminars and field trips to see good architecture first hand.

Led by Notre Dame architecture professors and advanced students, participants have an opportunity to experience student life at Notre Dame. Participants live in dorms, eat in the dining hall and play on the quads. The program is structured with social and athletic activities in order for participants to get the most from their Notre Dame experience.

Career Discovery is intended to help participants decide whether or not they want to pursue architecture in college, and, if so, how they should prepare during their junior and senior years of high school. If they come committed to the field, Career Discovery will introduce them to studying architecture at the college level, giving them a jump start over those entering the major their freshman year of college.
This program is for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. All applicants must have completed their freshman year of high school.

For more information, visit Notre Dame's website by clicking the button here.

U OF M DEARBORN | HEALTH PROF NIGHT

11/14/2019

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2019 | 6:00-8:00 PM

Get the inside scoop on medical school and other professional health schools and how UM-Dearborn prepares students to be successful in entering medical school and other professional health schools.
Hear from students and alumni who have been accepted into medical and health professions graduate schools, and how UM-Dearborn prepared them to get there. Also learn about opportunities in Health and Human Services.

For more information, and to register, visit the U of D website by clicking the button here.

GRPD POLICE ACADEMY

11/14/2019

The Grand Rapids Police Department is looking for applicants for their
SUMMER OF 2020 Youth Police Academy!

Make sure you're eligible to apply
This program is for any current junior or senior high schooler in Kent County. To participate, students must:

Have a minimum GPA of 2.0
Be in good standing at your school
Be of good moral character
Have an acceptable legal history
Be in good physical condition

Interested? Contact their recruiting office at 616-456-3301 or email grpdrecruiting@grcity.us.