Eureka! is a five-year, cohort-based program that provides continuous year-round support and immersive STEM experiences on a college campus, specifically designed to empower girls and gender-expansive youth from middle school through high school graduation and into college.
The Eureka! program is a comprehensive five-year summer and school-year initiative designed for girls and gender-expansive youth in 8th through 12th grade who are interested in STEM fields. The program aims to bridge gender and racial equity gaps in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics by providing hands-on activities, career exploration, and academic support. Participants engage in intensive summer programming at the University of Minnesota, where they attend labs led by professors and students, exploring topics such as tissue engineering, nanotechnology, neuro biotechnology, mathematical biology, and aerospace with rideable hovercrafts. During the school year, enrichment activities continue at YWCA Midtown. The curriculum also incorporates leadership and personal development, sports, and swimming lessons, fostering confidence, life skills, and college readiness. The program emphasizes mentorship from STEM professionals and provides opportunities for networking and internships, preparing participants for post-secondary success and future careers in STEM.
During the summer, participants spend their mornings on the University of Minnesota campus engaging in high-level STEM education and labs led by college professors and students, followed by enrichment courses and swimming lessons in the afternoons at the Midtown YWCA.
The Eureka! program is best for 8th-12th grade girls and gender-expansive youth with an interest in STEM, particularly those who may be first-generation college students, seeking a supportive environment to explore STEM careers and prepare for college.
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