4H-KTUGS-01 - Kids' Tech University: Graduate School (KTU:GS)

Description

This program is hosted on the Virginia Tech, Blacksburg Campus on September 14^th and September 28^th for kids ages 13-16. There is space for 16 kids to participate. The primary goal of Kids' Tech University: Graduate School (KTU: GS) is to spark students' interests in the fast-growing fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM.) Our curriculum is divided into two parts, each designed to help high schoolers explore the ways their new knowledge can be applied in their day-to-day lives.

Interactive Presentation Session

Introduces new and exciting concepts in STEM, framed around a simple question like, "Where can we find water?"
Helps students to share their perspectives and test their understanding of key concepts, rather than sitting passively through a standard science lecture
Allows students to interact with our expert faculty presenters in a fun, entertaining environment

Hands-on Activity

Builds on concepts introduced in the morning presentation session
Helps students see how STEM can improve their understanding of the people, places, and things they encounter in their everyday lives
Gives students an up-close look at what it's like to conduct research in a university setting

Course Schedule

Saturday, Sept 14^thand Saturday, Sept 28^th

Virginia Tech Blacksburg Campus

Fall 2024 Registration Details

Online enrollment begins on August 23^rd
16 students will be accepted into the program
Registration is on a “first-come, first-served” basis
Due to costs and space restrictions, only registered students will be allowed to participate in KTU:GS activities. Parents and unregistered students will not be admitted.

Registration Fee

In order to keep up with the costs of providing a quality program, there will be a nonrefundable and nontransferable registration fee of $75.00 per student, payable upon registration. The registration fee must be paid at the time of registration; we now accept debit/credit cards! Two need-based scholarships will be given out. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship, please contact: Kristy Collins.

To Register

To pay with a credit card, add the appropriate section on this page to your cart (4H-KTUGS-01 - KTU:GS). We suggest using the Family/Group checkout feature. Instructions for using the Family/Group checkout feature can be found here. Since there is an age restriction for this program, please be sure you enter each student's date of birth, when requested.

If you need any assistance with registration, please contact our helpline at vceprograms@mail.ext.vt.edu.

For more information about this program, please visit our website at https://fralinlifesci.vt.edu/education-and-outreach/kids-tech-university-graduate-school.html.

Outline

2024 Presenters

September 14, 2024

Forensic science, Sergeant Micah Pasquarell, Community Services Unit, Virginia Tech Police Department

Forensic science is the application of science principles and methods to support legal decision-making. We will be looking at various techniques used during criminal investigation including fingerprinting, DNA and exploring the science behind bullet proof vests and the Doppler effect.

September 28, 2024

Geosciences, Mariah Green and Rose McGroarty, Virginia Tech Department of Geosciences, Museum of Geosciences

Geosciences is also called Earth Science is the study of the Earth. USGS states, "Geoscience includes so much more than rocks and volcanoes, it studies the processes that form and shape Earth's surface, the natural resources we use, and how water and ecosystems are interconnected." We will be visiting the Museum of Geosciences and participating in various hands-on activities to explore various rocks and local ecosystems.

Notes

Registration Deadline: September 13, 2024

Cost*: $75.00

Payment Methods: Credit/Debit Cards Only

Refund Policy: Refunds are not available for this program. If an exception is made to this policy, a refund processing fee will be incurred.

*A limited number of need-based scholarships are available. If you have any questions regarding scholarships, please email Kristy Collins.

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact Kristy Collins at 540-231-1389 during business hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.