ROOTED in Ag
This is a brand-new virtual reality program coming from Nebraska, Alaska, and Hawai’i Extension. Throughout the week you will discover where your food comes from, investigate a variety of techniques on how to grow food, and explore how technology is being used to improve agriculture across these three states. While we would love to take you to these states firsthand to experience the rich culture, you will have settle for the next best thing, virtual reality tours! By the end of the week, you will also be able to create your own virtual reality tour using VG googles, 360 cameras, and other video making tools. Join us as we discover the impacts of technology on the agricultural world!
Animation
A truly playful way to learn animation from LA-based animators! In this animation camp, students will gain a deep understanding of how to control movement at the frame-by-frame level. Students will walk through the principles of animation using a wide variety of animation techniques including stop-motion as well as basic digital processes. We will also watch a variety of animated films, both historical and contemporary, and talk about how they were made. Taught in collaboration with the Calibraska Arts Initiative by LA Based animators and animation students from Los Angeles, CA. Classes will be held at the new Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts. No animation or drawing experience necessary, but a spirit of exploration is required! Past students are always welcome to join us again!
The Art of Teaching: Inspiring Minds, Igniting Potential
Discover the world of education! Join us for an immersive camp where young minds explore diverse careers in both formal and informal education! Engage with dedicated teaching, research, and outreach faculty as you dive into hands-on learning experiences, interactive tours, and dynamic classroom sessions. Unlock a variety of educational topics guided by the expertise of University of Nebraska faculty and educational partners. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to ignite your passion for learning and chart a course in the exciting field of education!
Discover Fashion: Clothing Design, Sustainability, & the Future of Textiles
Are you interested in the world of apparel and fashion? Are you curious how clothing is made, or all the steps that go into getting a garment to stores? Do you care about the environment and making your clothing more sustainable? During this camp, students will be introduced to the textile industry, and learn how a piece of clothing goes from concept to closet. They will learn principles of fashion design, merchandising, entrepreneurship, clothing culture and history, and discover careers in all of these areas. Students will meet faculty, students, and professionals in the fashion world and explore a range of currently utilized technologies. Ultimately, students will gain awareness about the current state of the fashion industry and sustainable practices. The camp is taught by University of Nebraska – Lincoln, Department of Textiles, Merchandising & Fashion Design. Classes will be held in the Mary Mitchell Fashion Studio and all equipment and materials will be provided. No sewing skills or design experience is necessary. Students of any skill level are welcome and will be able to fully participate in all camp activities.
Discover Cryptography - AGAM
Have you ever wondered when you will use math in the real world? Have you ever wondered how credit card information is kept secure when shopping online? Is there a connection between those questions? There is! In this program, we will dive into the mathematics behind RSA, an encryption scheme commonly used to secure online transactions, and more. We will learn how to use math to send and decipher secret messages, hear from prestigious speakers in a variety of mathematical careers, and have tons of fun in the process!
This camp is for students entering grades 10-12. Candidates must have completed high school geometry. Special consideration is given to those entering their sophomore or junior year in the fall who have not yet taken Calculus. All are encouraged to apply, particularly students from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM.
Taught by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Mathematics Department. More information about this camp is available at math.unl.edu/programs/agam.
Applicants will be required to submit a current transcript via the BigRedCamps@unl.edu immediately following your submission.
Discover Digital Media
Do you enjoy writing? Do you want to be on the radio? Do you dream of producing videos? Do you love social media? Students attending this camp will receive intensive, hands-on training with writing, photography, videography, and other media creation methods to introduce them to the skills needed for careers in Advertising and Public Relations, Broadcasting, Journalism, and Sports Media and Communication. Students will have access to production studios and a variety of media production equipment to produce a team multimedia project. With creative storytelling at the core, experience the ever-changing world of media and communications. Spend the week learning from the media experts at the College of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
Discover Engineering
Discover Engineering is a fun, high-energy, hands-on experience where high school students get to learn about all things related to engineering. We will visit lab spaces, hear from faculty, take off-campus excursions, and build in plenty of hands-on activities to get students thinking and acting like a real engineer. We will allow students an opportunity to learn about and experience many fields of engineering such as mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, environmental, biological systems, and more! Communication and teamwork will be integral parts of the students’ camp experience. The camp will be led by faculty and staff from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, College of Engineering. Hope you see you there!
Discover Esports
Do you enjoy playing videogames? Do you want to be a content creator? Do you dream of being an Esports pro? Do you want to learn how to build a personal computer? Students attending this camp will receive intensive, hands-on training in advanced problem-solving skills, social skills, collaboration, teamwork, managing success and failure, time management and healthy lifestyle choices centered around the growing industry of Esports. Highlighting careers in Advertising and Public Relations, Broadcasting, Journalism and Sports Media and Communication. Students will have access to production studios, cameras, microphones, consoles and computers needed for gaming and streaming. With team building at the core, experience the way to win with controllers, mouse keyboards and in life. Spend the week learning from the Esports experts at the College of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Physics of Earth
Have you ever wondered why continents move and oceans evolve? Are you curious about geological hazards such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions? Do you want to know how the Earth works? Come spend a week in this interactive Physics of Earth camp! We will learn about Earth’s layers and their role in planetary tectonics. We will discuss why the continents rift apart and break up, how new oceans form, and why lithospheric plates collide with each other. By outlining continents and mapping features of the ocean floor, we will develop our own tectonic reconstruction to move the continents through space and time! The camp will be led by faculty from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. Students will explore basic concepts of plate tectonics, interpret geological and geophysical maps, and even collect their own geophysical data during a field trip, which will let them investigate different rocks and get a hands-on experience with various geophysical instruments. The ultimate camp’s goals are to trigger curiosity in geoscience and to provoke critical thinking about Earth systems and their relationship with geological hazards.
STEM Odyssey
Join UNL faculty as we head out for dynamic and exploratory adventures in the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. We will spend our days visiting UNL STEM labs and centers to experience a wide array of STEM career options, all while engaging in our own hands-on, youth-designed STEM experiment or design challenge.
Discover Unicameral Youth Legislature
Do you want to learn what it’s like to serve as a state senator? The Unicameral Youth Legislature is a legislative simulation for current high school students who take on the role of lawmakers. Student senators sponsor bills, conduct committee hearings, debate legislation and discover the unique process of the nation’s only unicameral. The Clerk of the Nebraska Legislature, through the Unicameral Information Office, conducts the Unicameral Youth Legislature simulation and students learn directly from current state senators and staff.
Please complete the general scholarship application form to apply for the Greg Adams Civic Scholarship. Full registration fees will be waived for two participants selected. Those selected will receive unique discount codes to use when completing registration.
Discover Veterinary Science
Students will explore various aspects of veterinary medicine and discover what veterinarians need to know to help sick animals. Students will learn about anatomy, bacteriology, parasitology, and surgery, as well as how to give an animal a physical examination. Students will study with scientists and veterinarians and learn how animal diseases are diagnosed, treated, and prevented. Discover the exciting career of a veterinarian! Taught by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
Discover Weather & Climate Science
Come and find out how scientists observe and forecast the weather as well as monitor the changing climate. During the week, campers will use instruments to make their own weather observations; learn how to forecast the weather; visit with National Weather Service forecasters; learn about the local weather and climate of Nebraska from tornadoes to blizzards; and, learn about storm preparedness. We will conduct experiments throughout the week inside the classroom as well as outdoors to demonstrate basic weather and climate processes. We will also explore weather and storm photography. Participants will get to meet actual scientists and learn more about weather and climate related careers. Spend the week with other students who enjoy weather and science just like you! Hosted and taught by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Department, Geography Program, College of Arts and Sciences, and Applied Climate Science, School of Natural Resources.
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