Programs

Program Title Subject Description Age Months Offered Program Location
Energy and U Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Energy and U brings 10,000 3rd-6th grade students to the University each year for a dynamic show that includes music, dancing, loud explosions, bright flashes and flames, and the First Law of Thermodynamics. 9, 10, 11, 12 Jan, May Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Energy and U Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Energy and U brings 10,000 3rd-6th grade students to the University each year for a dynamic show that includes music, dancing, loud explosions, bright flashes and flames, and the First Law of Thermodynamics. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 Jan, May 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
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
Crime Scene Investigation Camp Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Are you fascinated by the science involved in catching criminals? Are you considering a career in law enforcement? Get a taste of these real-world careers at the University of Minnesota Crookston’s inaugural CSI camp. 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Aug Crookston/Northwest MN- In-person
Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Camp Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math With the popularity of TV programs like Law & Order and CSI, many students want to know whether they should pursue a career in forensic science or law enforcement. Students will be able to select from one of three tracks depending on their interest. 14, 15, 16, 17 Aug Crookston/Northwest MN- In-person
Community Music Art, Design, Music, and Theater Community music lessons for children, youth, and adults of all levels. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Duluth/Northeast MN- In-person
CIS Student Field Days for 2023-24 Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Art, Design, Music, and Theater, Health, Nutrition, and Human Development, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, Communication, Diversity, History, Languages, and Social Studies CIS field day events are held for juniors and seniors in high school that are taking U of M courses through the CIS program. Departments at the U of M are the event hosts, attended by 30-400 students. Faculty Coordinators (FC) and HS instructors attend. 16, 17, 18 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person, Twin Cities/Central MN- Virtual
Child Development Laboratory School Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Art, Design, Music, and Theater, Health, Nutrition, and Human Development, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, Communication, Diversity, History, Languages, and Social Studies, Recreation The University of Minnesota Child Development Laboratory School (CDLS) in the Institute of Child Development, is an early development model and demonstration program whose practices are guided by current research in child development. 4, 5 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
CAV Career Pathways Camp Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math The CAV Career Pathways Camp is a one-week day camp for high school students interested in vehicles and the latest technology. Students learn about connected and automated vehicle (CAV) technology and explore career opportunities. 15, 16, 17, 18 Aug Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Bridge to Veterinary Medicine, VMC Diversity Initiative Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Sciences, Health, Nutrition, and Human Development, Leadership and Citizenship, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math An on-site accompaniment to in-school presentations and programs designed to introduce vet med as a viable career option to underserved and underrepresented groups and communities. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec 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
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
Bell winter camp Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Bell Winter Camps are 3 days of fun and enriching day-camp experiences that encourage children to explore their scientific passions and discover new interests. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Dec Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person
Bell Summer Camp Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math The Bell Museum camps range from grades K-8 grade. They cover space, nature, engineering, art, and agriculture. Our 7-8 grade camps will be located on the St. Paul campus. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 Jun, Jul, Aug Twin Cities/Central MN- In-person