Energy Summer Institute

Are you ready for an outstanding summer experience combining intellectual inquiry, recreation, and the opportunity to meet new friends - all within the dynamic environment of the University of Wyoming? The Energy Summer Institute is a one-week science camp  designed to fire your imagination related to the challenging energy problems facing the world.

• Take part in an exceptional summer program relating to the energy industry
• Spend a week on the University of Wyoming campus
• Learn in small, informal classes with no grades or tests
• Study with Science Posse Fellows and the EE Nanotech Fellows
• Enjoy an environment where you can be yourself and have fun!
• Meet new people in a relaxed, university atmosphere
• Develop new and long-lasting friendships

All spots are filled for 2013.  We are accepting applications for 5 waitlist openings.

Register for the 2013 Energy Summer Institute.  You will be added to the waitlist.

Dates

June 16-21, 2013.

Who are the participants?

Students who are currently enrolled in 9th grade (freshman) or 10th grade (sophomore) in Spring 2013 are eligible to participate.

Who pays for the program?

Payment for room, board, instructional supplies, and field trips are paid for by the School of Energy Resources.  Students may wish to bring funds to support personal recreational activities, snacks, laundry, and other personal purchases.

What are the living and meal accommodations?

All Energy Summer Institute students live together in the UW residence halls.  Rooms are doubles and feature two beds and study desks, ample closet space, telephones, and laundry rooms.  There is also a hotel-style desk staffed 24 hours a day.

All participants eat in the Washakie Dining Center.  You receive three meals a day while on campus.  Included daily is a choice of nutritious entrees, low-fat and vegetarian selections, hot breakfast, salad bar, deli bar, fresh fruit, and a wide selection of desserts in a food-court atmosphere.

Menus

Washakie Menus are available through YourNutrition, an interactive tool for viewing menus and nutrient information.

What are the recreational activities?

Participants have access to UW athletic facilities, including the swimming pool, weight room, aerobics room, and tennis courts.  An introduction to the Half Acre Gym climbing wall is a popular activity.