Programs

Program Title Subject Description Age Months Offered Program Location
Minnesota Youth Institute Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Health, Nutrition, and Human Development, Leadership and Citizenship, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, Communication, Diversity, History, Languages, and Social Studies MNYI is an immersive experience for MN high schoolers to explore global food security issues, connect with research and industry leaders, learn about research in CFANS and gain hands-on exposure to a variety of agricultural/food/natural resource fields. 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 May Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
4-H Campus Immersion Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Art, Design, Music, and Theater, Leadership and Citizenship, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, Communication, Diversity, History, Languages, and Social Studies, Recreation Youth grades 7+ are invited to join the 4-H campus immersion experience, a four-day overnight program on the University of Minnesota campus. Youth will engage in hands-on learning activities, meet students and faculty, as well as explore future pathways 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Jul Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Middle School Campus Visits Leadership and Citizenship The middle school campus visits will serve as an introduction to postsecondary and students will visit key locations on the Minneapolis campus. The group visits are designed for groups of up to 30 students who will be on campus with an organized group. 11, 12, 13 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Duluth Mini-Medical School Health, Nutrition, and Human Development This program for students of African descent in Duluth Denfeld HS is sponsored by NAACP-Duluth. Students will engage in safe experiments or medical activities. The goal is to inspire students to pursue careers in biomedical research or health professions. 17, 18 May Duluth/Northeast MN- In-person
Rooted in STEM Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, Communication, Diversity, History, Languages, and Social Studies Rooted in STEM brings together high school students in grades 10-12 from historically excluded identities in STEM to learn about STEM academics and community support 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Discover STEM Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Interactive summer program, you will network with peers while learning about current topics in research and exploring academic programs and career pathways through presentations, laboratory tours, experiments, technology demonstrations, and Q&A panels. 15, 16, 17, 18 Jul, Aug Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Eureka Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math A 5 year summer and school-year program for girls interested in STEM. At UMN participants will explore their career interests and dreams with support with high school graduation and preparation for the next steps in their education. 13, 14, 15 Jun, Jul Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
2024 UMC English Riding Camp Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Recreation 2024 UMC English Riding Camp $300 for Four Days of Camp, English riding lesson each day Learn the basics of English riding including tacking up, walking, stopping and steering, how to post at the trot and more! 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 Jun, Jul Crookston/Northwest MN- In-person
Young Engineers and Scientists in Energy (YES-E) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math The YES-E program offers hands-on projects exploring energy topics for K-12 to college students. Hosted at the University of Minnesota's Plasma Power Propulsion Laboratory, it runs for 8-12 weeks in the summer, with opportunities for project extension. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 May, Jun, Jul, Aug Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Minnesota Writing Project Youth Camps Art, Design, Music, and Theater Join other young writers this summer at the University of Minnesota campus to meet new friends and write. Campers will be guided by experienced K–12 teachers using the backdrop of the University campus as a catalyst to unleash their creativity. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 Jun Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Biomedical High School Internships Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math We will host rising seniors in our labratories for a 6 week internship. The first two weeks will an introductory module, then they will spend 4 weeks working in an assigned lab for 20 hours a week, 4 days a week. 16, 17, 18 Jun, Jul Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Raptor Encounters Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Our exciting show-style program features three raptors (typically an owl, a hawk, and a falcon). Our presenter handles and presents each bird one by one, during which you'll learn what makes these birds unique and see them each live and on the glove. Afte 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Hatchday Party Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Celebrate your birthday with raptors! Enjoy our Raptors of Minnesota program along with a private event space for you and your group to celebrate your special day. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Raptors of Minnesota Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Our presenter will come to your site and you can meet several amazing birds of prey such as hawks, eagles, falcons, and owls. This interactive experience lets the audience ask questions and learn directly from one of our education specialists. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Crookston/Northwest MN- In-person, Duluth/Northeast MN- In-person, Morris/West Central MN- In-person, Rochester/Southeast MN- In-person, Southwest MN- In-person, Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Toddler Morning Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Art, Design, Music, and Theater, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Storytime, crafts, and a chance to explore the Raptors' Courtyard provide a fun experience for children 5 and under and their accompanying adults! 4, 5 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person