Applications are now open for the 2019 Women’s STARS (STEM Aerospace Research Scholars) Program presented by the Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems (PISCES).
Summer space & science camp for Hawai‘i high school girls will run June 24 through 29, 2019. PC: PISCES.
This summer camp takes participating students on a week-long adventure through the exciting world of space exploration, science, engineering and other STEM disciplines. The goal of the camp is to inspire more young women in Hawai‘i to pursue studies and careers in STEM, and to give them valuable tools and resources to succeed.
The camp on the Big Island runs from June 24 through 29, 2019, and is free (including meals, accommodations and on-island transportation).
Eligibility:
Must be a high school girl living in State of Hawai‘i
Age 14 or older
Minimum GPA of 3.0
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Planned Activities:
More than 20 interactive presentations
Workshops in robotics, rocketry and engineering
Tours and presentations at Maunakea observatories
Tour and overnight stay at HI-SEAS habitat on Mauna Loa
Tours and hands-on activities at NELHA’s Hawai‘i Ocean Science and Technology Park
Tour and hike at USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Maunakea summit visit and more…
Fore more information and application instructions, go online.
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