2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

This paper describes a summer enrichment program focused on improving student preparedness for college, while promoting STEM education through active learning experiences and activities. The program is a partnership with industry and designed to introduce participants to various engineering disciplines through two field trips and hands-on activities that include sessions in chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, civil engineering, and mechanical engineering. These activities provide participants with important knowledge and skills to gain a better understanding of science and engineering careers. A major benefit of the program is ensuring a strong pipeline of STEM talent while paying special attention to the mentoring, training, and recruitment of the underrepresented population in STEM, especially women and minorities. This paper presents program details and recent evaluation results.