STEM Research Camp
STEM Research Camp 2024
June 16-29, 2024Southern Illinois University is excited to announce a new 4-week Summer Researchers Camp. A wide range of projects are available and campers submit their top choices when completing camp registration. Studies include white light solar flares, the US Supreme Court, Mississippi River Wetlands, algae, white-tailed deer, and more.
Campers will delve into their research project, getting hands-on experience during their stay. The camp culminates with presenting their findings through an academic poster.
SCHEDULE:
Week 1 (40 hours), Remote: Students work under the guidance of their respective research professors to complete a review of the literature to gain the requisite background knowledge to participate in hands-on science during weeks 2 and 3.
Weeks 2-3 (80 hours) - In Person at SIU Campus: Students work with their respective research professors to conduct hands-on data collection, analysis, and interpretation of results. Additionally, students will have a full schedule of extracurricular activities throughout their stay at SIU.
Week 4 (40 hours) - Remote: Students work under the guidance of their respective research professor to complete an academic poster to use as a visual aid to present and publish individual research findings.
Projects
Select your top three and follow the instructions as listed in this document.
A STEM staff member will contact you after the selection is submitted.