Exciting Events for Students

Posted on 10/27/2023
Exciting Events for Students and Families

There are many exciting programs and events sponsored by Virginia Tech and by other area colleges, businesses, and organizations.  

Check them out below. Hope to see you there!

HPEP - Health Professions Enrichment Program for 9th and 10th Graders - All students passionate about science and health-related careers -- Sign up now for a FREE 4-day residential summer camp at Virginia Tech in June!  Includes hands-on opportunities to learn about medical careers, teamwork and health care exploration.  MEDICINE.VTC.VT.EDU/HPEP

JUMPSTART - Health Professions Enrichment Program for 11th and 12th Graders -- All students who have a passion and commitment to pursuing science and healthcare professions at the college level and beyond -- Sign up now for a FREE 4-day residential summer camp at Virginia Tech in June!  Includes hands-on, minds-on opportunities, healthcare careers preparation, problem-based learning, teamwork, conflict-resolution, and utilizing your strengths.  Requires two full-day Saturday sessions during fall and spring of each year.  MEDICINE.VTC.VT.EDU/JumpStart

National Society of Black Engineers Pre-College Initiative - promotes engineering to students K-12 and introduces them to hands-on experiences within a variety of different engineering disciplines.  Contact [email protected] for more information or go to https://www.vtnsbepci.com/.

Virginia Tech Science Festival - Saturday, November 11, 10am-3pm.  Celebrate science as a way of knowing in this expo-style, family-friendly event that includes hands-on activities, engaging demonstrations and about 100 different exhibitions.  Free and open to the public.   https://www.vtrc.vt.edu/STEAM/steam-day.html