Illinois State University invites the best that the Midwest and beyond has to offer to compete in a weeklong risk management challenge held at the Katie School of Insurance and Risk Management on the ISU campus from July 7 through July 12, 2024.

Join us to register for volunteer opportunities at The United Way Volunteer Center.

AI Scholars will take a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on research projects, faculty lectures, and industry engagement with leading tech companies around the country.

The School of Science and Engineering STEM Immersion Camp is designed to provide underrepresented students an understanding of STEM fields and education opportunities, practical college readiness information (including application and financial aid information), and opportunities to engage with industry leaders and role models to learn about various STEM career paths. The camp is designed specifically for students seeking to learn more about opportunities in STEM and college readiness. This is a six-day, five-night residential camp for students in the St. Louis area. More details can be found below. If you have any questions, please contact us at sseoutreach@slu.edu.

Wonder what it takes to work at an aquarium? Learn about the different jobs it takes to take care of aquatic animals!

Explore different methods of engineering, physics concepts, and develop problem solving skills as you collaborate, construct, and topple dominoes!

Learn about the inner workings and possibilities of computers and the internet and take home a refurbished computer at the end of the camp.

Explore what it takes to be a veterinarian and perform a whiskers-to-tail exam on your “adopted” plush cat. Learn about animal body language, how to maintain a healthy and enriching environment for pets, design your own vet clinic and cat toys, and much more!

From manga to anime, explore how to create manga characters and animate them using sequential art.

Let’s explore the universe through movement, crafts, and music while we learn about stars, space, and beyond!

Use LEGO® Bricks to build wild Pokémon® creatures and train them for battle. Tap into your inner engineer to build Dratini, Pikachu, Poké Balls, and more!

Calling all aspiring Pokémon Trainers! Learn the game, refine your math skills, and ignite your competitive spirit! Campers will receive a 60-card booster deck and gameplay mat.

A paid work experience with job coach support for youth ages 16-24

Map out your future with a paid summer tech training program.

The Summer Student Program is designed for students who want to immerse themselves in genetics and genomics research. It emphasizes laboratory discovery, communication of knowledge, and professional growth.