We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2022 Girls’ Astronomy Summer Camp!
This summer camp for high school students will be focused on hands-on astronomy projects. Join this two-day camp to play with real astronomical data and hang with UIUC professors and graduate students!
Camp highlights:
Work on real astronomy data, explore space with a private planetarium show, observe stars and planets in a nighttime observing session, and talk to UIUC astrophysicists about their research.
Camp dates & times:
June 21-22, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Optional night observing at the UIUC observatory, weather permitting.
Who is eligible:
High school students entering grades 11-12 who are interested in astronomy and programming and want to learn in a girl-centered environment. This camp aims to support girls interested in astronomy and related fields, but students of any gender can apply. Space is limited to 25 students, selection will be based on the camp essay. Essays will be evaluated based on interest in astronomy, and past experience with the subject is not required.
Applications: Apply at go.illinois.edu/astrocamp2022. Applications will remain open until June 6th, or until all available slots are filled.