From robotics and esports to space exploration and health care careers, Washtenaw Community College (WCC) will host nearly 20 hands-on STEM camps for youth ages 6-18 this summer.
Camps are designed to motivate and inspire future makers, engineers, explorers, technologists and professionals.
Visit the Summer Camp webpage for the full description of each camp and to register online. All camps occur on the WCC campus, 4800 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor.
WCC SUMMER CAMPS
- Esports for Teens (ages 12-17, June 15-19) – If you have a passion for video games, technology and STEM, this immersive program covers the basics of esports, effective practice and the art of high-stakes competition.
- Robotics for Kids (ages 7-10, June 15-19) – In this high-energy camp, you’ll design, build and program your own robots to take on challenges, complete missions and go head-to-head in friendly competitions.
- Eureka STEM Maker (ages 9-12, June 15-19) – Campers will overcome a series of challenges using basic materials, simple machines, tips from famous inventors and the most important of all — their mind!
- Solar Power Party (ages 6-7, June 15-19) – Follow the sun on its arc through the sky at this camp all about our sun.
- Whiz Kids (ages 8-9, June 15-19) – Learn to think like a scientist and design like an engineer as you set out on daily excursions to conduct fun experiments.
- Konnichiwa Circuits! A Japanese STEM Adventure (ages 8-13, June 15-19) – Dive into a full week of hands-on STEM fun inspired by the wonders of Japanese culture!
- 3D Animation for Teens (ages 12-18, June 22-26) – In this workshop, you will learn how to get a jump on learning the entire 3D production pipeline (modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, rendering and compositing).
- NASA Space Explorers (ages 9-12, June 22-26) – Take a voyage of discovery into the atmosphere and beyond as you explore planets, moons and other space phenomena in our solar system.
- STEM Innovation (ages 10-14, June 22-26) – Engage in hands-on activities like building robots, crafting circuits, 3D modeling & printing, coding with microcontrollers, exploring semiconductors and soldering your own gadgets.
- Health Care Career Exploration (ages 11-14, June 22-26) – This camp will give you an understanding of what’s involved in the medical setting with nursing and other health professions such as physical therapy, dietetics and more.
- Life Skills Lab (ages 11-14, June 22-26) – This interactive lab helps middle schoolers build healthy, real-world habits through hands-on activities, group challenges and honest conversations.
- LEGO Robotics Engineering (ages 11-14, June 22-26) – In this camp, you will learn EV3 to code LEGO® robotics and compete with other campers.
- Robotics for Kids (ages 7-10, June 22-26) – In this high-energy camp, you’ll design, build and program your own robots to take on challenges, complete missions, and go head-to-head in friendly competitions.
- Gizmo Garage (ages 6-7, June 22-26) – Brainstorm, build, test, improve and test again while crafting a gizmo, gadget, robot or other invention!
- Fantastical Fauna (ages 7-8, June 22-26) – Dream up a magical creature then ensure all its needs are met in its (real or fantasy) habitat.
- Unity AI Game Design (ages 12-14, June 29-July 2) – Learn to build your own video game for Android, iPhone or the web! Harness skills including C# programming, 3D animation, real-time physics simulations and industry-standard design practices.
- Brixology (ages 10-13, June 29-July 2) – In this camp we will explore: aerospace engineering to assemble a space station and mechanical engineering to help build boats and vehicles using LEGO bricks.
- Robotics for Kids (ages 7-10, June 29-July 2) – In this high-energy camp, you’ll design, build and program your own robots to take on challenges, complete missions, and go head-to-head in friendly competitions.
WCC SUMMER CAMPS
What: Youth summer camps are hosted by Washtenaw Community College
Who: Ages 6-18
When: Week-long camps June and July
Where: WCC campus, 4800 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor
Register: Visit the Summer Camp webpage to learn more about each camp and to register.
Email: [email protected]
Tags: STEM Camps, Summer Camps, Youth Camps