WHAT IS GEAR UP SWV STEM CAMP?
GEAR UP Southern West Virginia's (GEAR UP SWV) primary purpose is to help students graduate from high school and succeed in postsecondary education. Together, we are securing a legacy of strength and resilience in Appalachia.
The GEAR UP Southern West Virginia / WVU Tech STEM camp is a new experience for 7th and 8th graders interested in a future pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
This week-long camp is held on the WVU Tech campus in Beckley, West Virginia, and features a variety of STEM experiences, special projects, and field trips designed to create a fun and engaging learning environment. Students will meet professors who are experts in their fields and college students studying in STEM fields. Students will get the chance to attend classes, conduct experiments, and learn about the exciting careers they can pursue in STEM.
HOW DO I APPLY?
- GEAR UP SWV STEM Camp takes place June 16-21, 2024
- Open to rising 8th and 9th graders in West Virginia apart of the GEAR UP SWV program which includes Mercer, Monroe, Raleigh, Summers, and Wyoming Counties.
- The camp is FREE to attend thanks to GEAR UP Southern West Virginia