This free program offers a unique opportunity for Chicago-area students to explore advanced mathematical topics and their real-world applications through hands-on activities and interactions with university faculty and industry professionals.
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Young Scholars Program (YSP@UIC) is a free, in-person day camp designed to introduce Chicago-area middle and high school students to exciting topics in mathematics and its applications. The program aims to broaden and enrich students' understanding of mathematics beyond the typical high school curriculum and expose them to STEM careers. Through a series of one-week sessions, students engage in daily lectures, hands-on problem-solving sessions, and creative projects. Guest speakers, including UIC faculty, industry professionals, and even professional magicians, share their work and career paths related to mathematics. The program emphasizes active learning and collaboration, allowing students to work with peers and receive instruction from UIC faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students. YSP@UIC seeks to inspire students, build their confidence, and equip them with skills to pursue mathematics and other STEM fields in their future academic and professional endeavors.
Each day includes a lecture, hands-on problem sessions, and a guest speaker who discusses their work and its connection to mathematics.
The program is ideal for Chicago-area students in grades 8-12 who are interested in STEM careers and want to explore diverse topics in mathematics and its real-world applications.
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
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