CINSAM accepts proposals each fall for fun, hands-on summer camps and academies that get K-12 students excited and curious about STEM subjects.
These popular summer programs are created and delivered by NKU faculty/staff and qualified community members on topics in STEM.
Read on to learn more about this enriching community outreach opportunity.
Camps/Academies take place:
Program leaders:
CINSAM handles:
Camp funding is available to anyone as long the focus of the program is STEM-related and the camp leaders have expertise in STEM education.
Non-NKU employees must work with CINSAM’s Program Manager to ensure proper access to facilities and fit with university structures.
Summer Academies (grades 9 - 12
Academy funding is available to NKU faculty and staff from CINSAM-supported STEM departments. Academies are designed to offer high school students learning experiences in a STEM discipline, as well as some exposure to elements of campus life.
CINSAM is requesting proposals for the 2025 Ashland Endowed Summer Enrichment Program in STEM, STEM education, and related areas. Hands-on, active-learning practices are expected in all programming. We will accept proposals for teacher professional development (PD) programs this year if the PD is incorporated into a camp or academy for students.
Instructions and materials needed are as follows:
