Each summer, the College of Engineering and Northern Nevada MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) offer a free introductory engineering camp, available to students who will go on to be the first person in their family to attend college. MESA First Generation camp consists of interactive science and engineering activities, tours, project building, information about attending college and a field trip.
Please note: MESA First Generation Camp is a competitive-entry camp. Interested students must submit an application, a letter of recommendation from a teacher or mentor, and a brief essay detailing their interest in STEM in order to be considered. Entry is competitive and the deadline to apply is June 25, 2018; selected campers will be notified on July 1, 2018.
Camps run Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Students meet in the Harry Reid Engineering Lab (HREL) at the University of Nevada, Reno campus. (Drop off and pick up times can be flexible upon request).
Ages: 13-16
Cost: Free to Eligible Students