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Boys’ Science Exploration Camp and Girls in Science encourages interests in science and math by giving participants hands-on learning and activities in an environment that is supportive, enriching and—most importantly—fun! The girls and boys work with UWL faculty and staff who encourage experimentation, investigation and involvement in the fields of math and science.

In addition to the activities, the youth experience a college campus, an overnight stay in a residence hall, campus meals, and social activities with peer students, university student assistants and faculty.

The Girls in Science and Boys’ Science Exploration Camp runs concurrently but are separate programs.

GENERAL INFORMATIONParticipants are assigned three workshops based on their workshop rankings. Workshop assign-ments are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants stay overnight in the residence hall and participate in evening activities. Girls and boys have separate housing facilities.

FEE: $169 Registration includes one night’s lodging in residence hall, Saturday snack and dinner, Sunday breakfast and lunch, program materials and tote bag.

SCHOLARSHIPS are available for financially disadvantaged students. Funds will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. Scholarship applications will be accepted through May 31 or until scholarship funds have been depleted. A required payment of at least 25% is due at time of registration.

RESIDENCE HALLS AND SUPERVISIONUWL alumni serve as counselors and are responsible for the supervision of the students outside class time. They develop a spirited atmosphere, lead them in activities, and ensure adherence to safety rules and other regulations. Additionally, all residence halls have adult residence assistants trained as counselors. The student-to-counselor ratio is approximately 10:1. Students need to bring all personal items. Sheets, blanket, pillow and pillowcase are provided. Residence halls feature TV’s, room refrigerators, lounges and game rooms.

REGISTRATION DEADLINES & CANCELLATIONRegistrations are accepted until June 3, 2017, or until enrollment is reached. Full refunds will be given (less $25 processing fee) if cancellations are made in writing two weeks prior to the event.

Registration implies permission for photos, publicity and inclusion in a participant list, unless Continuing Education/Extension is notified in writing prior to the program: conted@uwlax.edu.

INSURANCEParticipants are encouraged to have their own health insurance as limited accident insurance is provided by UW-La Crosse.

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BOYS’ Science Exploration CampBoys entering grades 6–8

GIRLS in ScienceGirls entering grades 6–8

June 24–25, 2017 | UW-La Crosse

• Hands-on experiments

• Your choice of nine workshops

• Taught by university faculty and staff

• Full campus experience with overnight stay

www.uwlax.edu/conted/youth

GROUP I

Crystal Clear Science | Basu Bhattacharyya, Ph.D., Chemistry

What do water, salt, and minerals have in common? All have the potential to form a special substance called a crystal. Coming in different shapes, sizes and colors, crystals have wonderful physical properties. Perhaps that is why crystals often have special powers in literature and popular culture. We will explore the nature of crystals in this hands-on, fun and exciting workshop. And all participants will have the opportunity to make their own magical crystal of power!

Feelin’ Gassy? | Yevgeniya Turov, Ph.D., Chemistry and Tanya Cordes, M.S., Chemistry

In this laboratory, we will explore all kinds of gases. You will learn what kind of toothpaste an elephant might use, what happens when you break down the hydrogen peroxide your mom puts on your cuts, and how to make delicious ice cream with a little liquid magic! Come see why gases are one of the most exciting states of matter.

Making Bones Speak! | Amy Nicodemus, Ph.D., Archaeology/Anthropology

Ever wanted to be a forensic anthropologist like Temperance Brennan (Bones) or Dr. Mallard on NCIS? How are they able to identify someone from just a few bones? In this workshop we’ll look at some (replica) human bones that were found in the woods. Who was this person? What did they look like? We’ll figure out the sex, age, height, and ancestry of the person from their bones, help the police identify the remains, and see how real scientists work.

GROUP II

Setting Sail! | Heidi Masters, Ph.D., Educational Studies

Your ship has crashed on a desolate island. There is no food or water left, but some wreckage from which you could build a sail boat. You must sail away immediately in order to survive. You will need to design a sail boat that is stable and fast enough to get you off the island. Please join me and let’s see you put those engineering skills to work as you build and test your own sailboat.

Mathematics in Graphs—It’s Cool! | Huiya Yan, Ph.D., Mathematics

Problem 1: You are trying to organize a pool party with all of your friends. Your parents want you to get some extra exercise, so instead of calling friends, you need to bike to each friend’s home. This requires you to bike on every street in your neighborhood. Can you find the optimal route such that you will bike over the same streets as little as possible so that you can get back to the starting point and get started on the swimming party sooner? Problem 2: Your family is taking a summer road trip to several national parks and then returning home. Can you help design a shortest route so that you can see all the parks on the plan while still saving you loads of time stuck in the back seat? The above problems look similar but they are different. How can we solve them using graphs? Let’s discover some math in graphs! Designing Devices Using Makey Makeys | Josh Hertel, Ph.D., Mathematics

Have you ever wanted to make a wearable technology? Design your own touch interface? Create a game controller? In this session, we will be experimenting with devices called makey makeys that allow users to turn everyday objects (e.g., paperclips, boxes, Play-Doh®) into touchpads. Working collaboratively, teams of students will design and build devices that can control computer applications and scripts in the programming language Scratch. The hands-on session will feature a blend of engineering, mathematics, and computer science topics. No prior experience is necessary!

Register at www.uwlax.edu/conted/youth

GROUP III

Crime Scene Investigation: The Case of Jason Worth Faye Ellis, M.S., Biology

A missing heir, Jason Worth, comes from a world of money, power and mystery. Use the skills of a forensic scientist to discover who kidnapped Jason Worth by analyzing blood samples, finger prints and other evidence to solve the crime.

Zombie Brains! | Christine Schwartz, Ph.D., Biology

In the movies, we see zombies stumbling around trying to eat more and more human brains! In this workshop, you will be neuroscientists investigating zombie brains to find the cause of zombie behavior. You will learn all about zombies, investigate real brain samples, and determine how a normal, healthy person could potentially turn into an undead monster! Blue Gold | Eric Strauss, Ph.D., BiologyThe world’s most precious natural resource is not platinum, gold, or even diamond—it’s water! All living organisms need water, clean water. This workshop will explore the concepts of water quality and what clean water is and what it isn’t. We’ll also see and use actual equipment used by water scientists to test water quality in a series of fun and informative laboratory exercises.

Sunday, June 25Featured Presentation: Physics in Action | Seth King, Ph.D., Physics

See a physicist lie on a bed of nails, kids standing on light bulbs without breaking them, a ping-pong ball shot through an empty can, a magnet taking a minute to fall to the ground, a lightbulb glowing without wires, and a racquetball that shatters when thrown against the wall. Learn how rockets work, why ice skaters can spin so fast, and why bicycles are easier to ride fast than slow.

WORKSHOPSSATURDAY, JUNE 24

10:15–11:50 a.m. Arrival, Registration & Check-In

11:50 a.m.–12 p.m. House Meeting

12–12:20 p.m. Welcome & Orientation

12:20 p.m. Parents Depart

12:30–2:40 p.m.Boys: Workshops II

Girls: Workshops I

3–5 p.m.Boys: Workshops I

Girls: Workshops II

5:10–6:10 p.m. Dinner

6:15–9 p.m. Recreational Activities/Games

9 p.m. Snack

9:15–10 p.m. Quiet Time and Preparation for Bed

10 p.m. Lights Out

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

7:30–8 a.m. Breakfast

8–8:45 a.m. Clean Rooms & Pack

8:45 a.m. Return to Cowley Hall

9–11 a.m.Boys: Feature Presentation—Physics in Action

Girls: Workshops III

11:05–11:55 a.m. Lunch

12–2 p.m.Boys: Workshops III

Girls: Feature Presentation—Physics in Action

2 p.m. Parents arrive at Cowley Hall

2–2:20 p.m. Program Evaluation and Departure

WORKSHOP GROUP I

• Crystal Clear Science• Feeling Gassy?• Making Bones Speak

WORKSHOP GROUP II

• Setting Sail!• Mathematics in Graphs—It’s Cool!• Designing Devices Using Makey Makeys

WORKSHOP GROUP III

• Crime Scene Investigation: The Case of Jason Worth• Zombie Brains!• Blue Gold

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