Summer Programs For High School Students Heading link Copy link The Champions Network for Youth Empowerment Educating students in health-career preparation, life sciences, public health, and cultural competency Cancer Health Equity Summer Scholars (CHESS) Sponsored by UHP and UICC, CHESS program introduces underrepresented minority student to career in cancer research Digital Scholars – Computer Science An opportunity for students to learn about computer-science through computer aided design projects hands-on training Engineering Experience Camp Immersive experience with hands-on challenges based on concepts developed by UIC engineering faculty members Future Leaders in Business A free summer program for rising high school seniors in partnership with UIC Business Girls Who Code at UIC Club A free year-round program for 9th-12th grade students in the Chicago-land area, interested in exploring computer science Global Youth Ambassadors Leadership Program An intensive leadership program, designed to build the next generation of global leaders, a joint program of CSCI & UIC HiArch Summer High School Architecture Program Designed to introduce high school students to architectural thinking and making High School Pharmacy Programs Provides opportunities for students to learn more about Pharmacy Medicina Academy Apprentice Program (MAAP) A pre-medical apprentice program that provides pathways for Latino students to prepare for professions in medical field researcHStart Introduces high school students to cancer research, introducing students to biophysics, biochemistry, immunology, and pharmacology Rural Health Careers Camp Offers students hands-on learning activities and labs that represent different healthcare careers STEM Academy A program in partnership with UIC CHAN, ComEd, UIC College of Engineering, Dept. of Computer Science and Project SYNCERE Urban Health Program High School Programming Students are supported in UHP through services such as test prep, college application support, internship, and mentorship Women in Engineering Summer Program (WIESP) For high school students to learn more about engineering through hands-on project, sponsored by Knowles Corporation Young Scholars Summer Program at UIC To introduce exciting topics in mathematics and show what it would be like to major in math or other STEM-related fields Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day Offered by UIC Society of Women Engineers and company sponsors to Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day event in February Summer Programs For Admitted First Year UIC Students Heading link Copy link Summer College Seminars Seminars on variety of topics designed to make the transition to college a little easier Flames Leadership Network Offers an asset-based approach to empower students to take advantage of coaching and opportunities at UIC and beyond UIC Business Summer College Program A course tailored for incoming students by UIC Business Summer College Program (BSCP) College of Engineering Summer Bridge Program SBP includes lectures, workshops, field trips, hands-on, team challenges, and evaluation. College of Engineering PREP-ME The College of Engineering summer PREP-ME workshop: Preparation for Majoring in Engineering AHS: Summer Exploration and Transition Institute An engaging program through Applied Health Science to promote connections with peers, faculty and college professionals Summer College Program in the Arts To engage in artistic activities including visual arts, music, theatre, design and architecture, before the first term Summer College: Introduction to Blackboard 101 Introduces students to techniques and tips to successfully comprehend UIC Blackboard Learn Portal LARES Summer Institute Students will develop their leadership potential and learn to become agents of change for the Latino community TRIO FIRE SPARK (TFS)- Summer Transition Program A one-week program designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and tools to thrive at UIC President’s Award Program: PAP Academy A mandatory summer orientation for PAP Scholar and Sukuma Scholar students President’s Award Program: PAP STEM Co-Lab A cohort-building research experience that is the entryway to PAP STEM Summer Enrichment Writing Workshop SEWW gives students the opportunity to brush up on their grammar, note-taking, critical reading, and study skills Summer Enrichment Mathematics Workshop Focuses on improving students’ conceptual understanding and skills in beginning and intermediate Algebra Summer Enrichment Chemistry Workshop Focuses on foundational skills needed to succeed in General College Chemistry I Summer Enrichment Music Workshop: mUsIConnection Prepares students in basic musicianship skills needed for their first year as a music major Summer Asian American Mentor Program (AAMP) Gives a head-start to students who are interested in getting involved with UIC's Asian American community and resources ACE Critical Reading for Success Focuses on strengthening the reading skills and strategies to maximize learning experience and academic performance Latino Health Science Enrichment Program (LaHSEP) LaHSEP 3 prepares students for college by taking Math, English, Chemistry, and engaging in research Urban Pathway Program (UPP) College of Pharmacy A comprehensive academic, experiential, and mentoring summer enrichment program sponsored by UIC, CPS,CVS, Rich Township Women in Computer Science To propel women into higher education and tech careers, with the goal of achieving gender equality in tech