SYP-Tech-05 - Dinah Whipple STEAM Academy

Course Description

Tech Camp 2024: Dinah Whipple STEAM Academy

This program requires submission of a Dinah Whipple STEAM Academy Application. The application is currently open (see link under Registration Process below).

Thank you for your interest in the Dinah Whipple STEAM Academy: An Exploration of Pre-Engineering and the Black Experience, at UNH Tech Camp! We are excited to announce this program will be offered at no cost to participants! This is made possible by the generous support of Appledore Marine Engineering, LLC. Space in this program is limited. 

This program will introduce students to the basic principles of molecular biology, highlighting its major applications in biomedical science, genetic engineering and bioengineering. Molecular biology explores the tiny building blocks of life called biomolecules and how they function in living organisms. The knowledge gained from research in this field is essential to advancing our understanding of life, improving human health and addressing various challenges in areas ranging from agriculture to forensics.

Through hands-on activities and collaborative demonstrations, students in this program will learn about such cutting-edge topics as polymerase chain reaction, gel electrophoresis, DNA extraction, blood typing, bacterial transformation and more. By the end of the program, students will fuse artistry and science by transforming bacteria to express colored pigments and create a one-of-a-kind living masterpiece.

Along with lab-focused activities, students will also take a deep dive into humanities. They will discuss the Black experience in this country, as well as learn the origins of African empires. Students will be introduced to prominent Black figures in American history and get the chance to discuss how their contributions changed our world today.

Commuter and Overnight (also free of cost) options are offered. Camp runs 8:30am-4pm for Commuter/day students.

Details regarding drop off locations, times, and other information is sent to enrolled participants prior to the session start date from program staff.

Registration Process:

• Complete the Dinah Whipple STEAM Academy Application. Applications will close on May 1, 2024 at 5pm, unless the program has filled prior to this date. Spots may fill quickly, and early application is encouraged. 
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and applicants are typically informed of their acceptance status within three weeks of submitting an application.
• All applicants will be informed of their acceptance status via email from the camp staff, along with further registration instructions. Do not enroll here unless you have received notice of admission from a staff member via email. If a student enrolls without applying and being accepted, the enrollment will be dropped.
• Once a student has received notice of admission, click the '+' sign in the block on the right to enroll in the appropriate session as provided by the program staff. If your child has received financial assistance, you will be provided a code to input in your shopping cart during initial registration.
• We recommend that you log into your Student or Family Account prior to starting the enrollment process. See the "Online Registration Instructions" link below for more details, including logging in or creating an account.
• Registrations must be completed by June 1, 2024. Submitting a Dinah Whipple STEAM Academy application does not automatically enroll the student into the program. If accepted, families still need to complete the online registration.

Tech Camp 2024: Dinah Whipple STEAM Academy

*Camp begins Sunday evening, July 7 for Overnight campers. 

Click the '+' on the block on the right to choose the session Tech Camp staff have instructed you to enroll in. If using a mobile device, the blocks may appear on the bottom of the page. Do not enroll unless you have received notification of admission from Tech Camp staff. You will be asked to choose overnight or commuter option once the session is in your cart. Please be sure to make the correct choice.

NH Residents: If your child is eligible to receive funding from the NH Department of Education Rekindling Curiosity program, review this document before enrolling your child: NH DOE Rekindling Curiosity

Online Registration Instructions: please review before enrolling for the best outcome. Family Accounts are recommended for enrolling multiple children from one family in any UNH Youth Program. If you already have an account in our system, you will be asked to log into either a Family or Student Account. Be sure you know which type of account you have and know your username and password. We recommend you attempt to log into the Student or Family account before enrollment opens as this will minimize difficulty and time while enrolling. Email youth.programs@unh.edu if you require assistance recovering your account information. Do not create a new account if you have one already.

If you don't have an account already, you can set up an account at any time, even before you begin the registration process. When you create a new account, the email address provided in the profile should be that of a parent/legal guardian, not the participating student.

To request a drop from a Youth Program, email youth.programs@unh.edu or contact the Program Manager. Please include the full name of the participant and clearly state the camp and session(s) to be dropped.

For more information and program questions, contact: amy.booth@unh.edu

For the program website: UNH Tech Camp