Biotechnology Summer Camp 2003

Purpose/Intent

The purpose of a "Biotechnology Summer Camp" is to elevate high school students' interests and spark the curiosity of high school students for learning science and applying it in a laboratory setting. The idea that science can be challenging as well as fun, exciting, and practical, should instill in each student an appreciation of what science is all about; Everyday Living. In addition, the concept of Bioscience Research will be introduced to the students to broaden their interests. After participating in this camp, we hope that many students will be encouraged to select a major in the sciences and ultimately pursue a career in science.

Major Objectives

• Promote cooperative learning among students within the same age groups by forming teams
• Allow students to conduct hands-on laboratory experiments
• Expose students to "The Life of a Scientist" through speakers who are professionals in various scientific fields
• Tour local research facilities

Participants

15 Rising high school seniors and Incoming DTCC first year science students

Location/Time

Delaware Technical &Community College, Stanton Campus
August 11 – 15, 2003
9:00am – 3:00pm

Policies

• Check-In/Check-Out: All participants should arrive and sign-in at the front lobby between 8:30am – 8:50am. Because of the level of activities and involvement, any participant arriving after 9:20am will be counted absent and will not be able to participate for that day. All participants should sign-out by 3:10pm at the front lobby.
• Non-attendance at one or more camp sessions, regardless of excuse, will result in dismissal for the remainder of the week.
• If a participant needs to leave early, a note must be submitted stating the time of departure, who will be responsible for signing out the participant, and signature of parent/guardian. All persons responsible for picking up the participant will need to report to the camp staff and may be asked to provide identification.
• Each participant needs to bring a lunch. Lunch may also be purchased in the college cafeteria.

How to Apply

Complete the application that has been given to your guidance counselor or you may download an application. A transcript must be attached to application. Please mail these items to Jacqueline Aldridge.

(Application requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)

Application Deadline: June 13th

This camp is supported by: NIH-National Institute of Health