The programming that the Office of Community Affairs provides to children in Bronzeville and the surrounding communities seeks to bring them together with ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech faculty, students, and staff to foster an affinity for science and STEM programs.
Our events, camps, and clubs are an outlet for children to better understand science and the people who populate STEM fields, as well as foster an interest that could one day lead to a fulfilling career path. In addition to the programming that Community Affairs offers, ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech has also partnered with SMASH Academy to help create those pathways.
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech, in 2019, became a partner in SMASH Academy—a free, three-year STEM-focused residential college prep program that empowers students to deepen their talents and pursue STEM careers.
Starting the summer after ninth grade, SMASH ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ students live and study at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech for five weeks to build core technical skills in computing, form a robust community of peers, connect with STEM professionals, and gain access to college and work readiness opportunities.
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Community Affairs’ science cafes bring children together with ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech faculty members for a scientific presentation—be it in-person or virtually—to highlight how science works and why it is fun!
An annual family event that is hosted on ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech’s campus that features attendees building a city out of LEGO blocks.
Held annually, the Aero-STEM Expo introduces Chicago students to the aviation and aerospace fields. Past expos have included flight simulators, mini-drones, and robots. Industry professionals are also on hand to provide mentoring opportunities.
Whether you’re interested in technology, business, architecture, science, engineering, or computers, ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech’s summer camps offer high school students the chance to learn more about the fields and skills that interest them most! Learn more about the camps that ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech offers, and what is scheduled this summer.
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Tech student organizations offer opportunities for tutoring throughout the school year. Check back with the Office of Community Affairs for more details.