SciFEST VI: Elements
September 20-22, 2018
Register today for the Fall 2018 SciFEST VI: Elements. This annual STEM weekend offers high school students a unique college experience on our main campus in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Come explore the seven STEM departments at Andrews University, and find out what this year's theme: Elements means in Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics. Students will participate in hands-on laboratory projects in each of these departments. This event culminates with a team Quiz Bowl game show, where each school displays their STEM knowledge in the hopes of winning awards and academic scholarships.
Team Registration: Ready to sign-up a team? Click here.
Individual Registration: We will match you with a team! Click here.
At each SciFEST event hosted at Andrews University, we aim to:
- Explore how the various elements of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) are interrelated and interdependent
- Enjoy hands-on team projects, the Andrews Experience, and time with STEM students and faculty
- Experience unity in love of science with students and teachers from all over the country during a fun-filled weekend!
SciFEST Registration Guidelines:
- High school juniors and seniors in public, private, and home-schooled are invited
- Students must have their high school's & guardian's approval in order to register
- Schools are encouraged to send a team of 5 students; individual applicants will be matched with a team as numbers allow*
- One supervisor/sponsor per team: math/science teachers perferred
- Although this weekend is geared toward junior and senior high school students, all high school students showing academic excellence and interest in further education in a STEM career are welcome to attend
- All-inclusive cost is $85 per student, $25 for math/science teachers, and $45 for parents/supporters/sponsors*
*Each team is required to have at least one supervisor; math/science teachers preferred.
Stay the Weekend
- Participants are encouraged to stay on campus to get the full college experience
- If a student decides to stay, they will be hosted in a residence hall by a current Andrews University student
- Each team staying on campus is required to have at least one supervisor: math/science teacher preferred stay on campus
- If a student decides to stay off campus with their parent/guardian, please register as a daily participant. Please plan your own accommodations accordingly.
Activities Overview
- Each of the seven STEM departments will provide a hands-on project for each team, and teams will rotate between the departments to accomplish each task
- Faculty/Student STEM show
- Downtime in the recreation center
- Tour the campus
- Joint dinners with STEM students and faculty
- Worship opportunities
Cost
All costs for the program are included in the package price. The package covers meals, housing in a residence hall, fees and activities.
| Package Price | Discounts |
|---|---|
| Full participant: $85 per student | Early registration 10% off |
| Daily participant: $70 per student not spending the night | Early registration 10% off |
| Parents/Supporters/Sponsors: $65 per person | Math/Science Teachers: $25 |
Early Registration Deadline (10% Discount): May 25, 2018
Final Registration Deadline: August 31, 2018
Do you have questions or need further information?
Please contact Monica Nudd, the STEM Enrollment Coordinator, at 269-471-3872 or via email at stemconnect@andrews.edu