Programs for Black Students
Join us in our commitment to empowering Black students in STEM. Our programs are thoughtfully designed to provide transformative experiences that inspire and support Black students on their journey to success in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
In Person, On Campus
Grades: 10–11
Dates: July 8–August 2, 2024
Blueprint is a four-week academic enrichment experience for motivated Black students passionate about science and engineering. Guided by master's and doctoral students, participants grasp fundamental engineering principles, crafting innovative solutions for real-world challenges while nurturing community and leadership skills.
🔴 Applications Closed for 2024
Virtual
Grades: 12
Dates: October 30, 2023–January 23, 2024
BASE empowers Black Grade 12 students on their journey to U of T Engineering, offering tailored guidance on applications, U of T specifics, financial aid, and continuous staff support.
🔴 Registration Closed for 2023
Community Programming
Our Community Programming brings the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics directly to priority neighborhoods. These engaging, free programs aim to foster a love for learning and discovery in all members of our community, regardless of their background or resources.
In Person, Sprucecourt Public School
Grades: 3–8
Dates: July 3–July 29
Learn about STEM through discovery-based activities and challenges geared towards preparing students to become active leaders in their school, community and extracurricular activities.
🔴 Registration Closed for 2023
Programs for Girls
Discover the power of an all-girls environment in STEM education. Our Girls' Programming is designed to empower young women, providing a supportive space where they can explore, innovate, and thrive.
In Person, On Campus
Grades: 3–8
Dates: July 2–July 5, 2024
In Girls' Jr. DEEP, participants will conduct experiments, work on engineering design projects and collaborate in an all-girls environment, taught by some of the most amazing female engineering students at U of T!
🟢 Registration Open
Virtual
Grades: 3–6
Dates: August 8–31, 2023
Girls In! is an interactive virtual workshop series designed for girls in Grades 3–6. This year's theme, Girls in Medicine, delves into the engineering and science behind modern medicine through inspiring stories of pioneering women in STEM, while offering engaging hands-on activities aligned with each weekly topic.
🔴 Registration Closed for 2023
In-Person, On Campus
Grades: 5–8
Dates: August 5, 2023
Girls in Engineering Day is an interactive hackathon-style experience where the students will work in teams to complete an engineering themed design project. This year, our program will focus on robotics and space exploration, where students must use mechanical, electrical and software engineering principles to build their very own mars rover.
🔴 Registration Closed for 2023
In Person, On Campus
Grades: 3–8
Dates: TBD
Girls' Jr. DEEP Saturdays offers young science and engineering enthusiasts an immersive, hands-on crash course exploring cutting-edge subjects in science, technology, and engineering, fostering learning within an all-girls, female-led classroom setting.
🔴 Registration Opening Soon!
Programs for Indigenous Students
Explore our Indigenous Programs, an enriching educational experience rooted in Indigenous culture and Land-based STEM. For more information, visit our IDEA page.
In Person, Gull Lake, near Minden, ON
Grades: 9–12
Dates: July 8–August 2, 2024
IDEA: Leaders In Training is an empowering 2-week program, fostering Indigenous leaders through immersive Land-Based STEM education, while providing the chance to earn a high school credit and access teaching opportunities.
🔴 Registration Closed for 2023
In Person, On Campus
Grades: 3–6
Dates: Aug 14–Aug 25, 2023
This is an Indigenous-led program for Indigenous students in Grades 3-6 grounded in Land-based learning. This fun, unique, free program explores STEM concepts while making connections to the Land. Through a wide-range of engaging hands-on activities, participants will engage with traditional and cultural knowledge to explore cutting-edge topics in STEM
🔴 Registration Closed for 2023
In Person, On Campus
Grades: 3–6
Dates: TBD
Spark offers captivating, hands-on learning experiences, tailored exclusively for Indigenous youth, to ignite and kindle a deep passion for science, engineering, and innovation.
🔴 Registration Opening Soon!
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