EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIESSAM Camp for Rising Juniors
My name is Katie Griffith, and I am the Associate Director of Undergraduate Recruitment in the Walton College at the University of Arkansas. I’m so excited to share details about SAM Camp, a new opportunity for your rising high school juniors. This 2.5-day immersive experience will be held in Little Rock. It is designed to prepare students for college, careers, and the world of business. The camp runs from June 22nd-24th with a special opening session for students and their parents. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided throughout the program to keep everyone energized. More information and a link to apply can be found here. Here’s what makes this camp stand out:
All students are encouraged to apply. The following criteria will be considered in the selection process.
We’d love your support in spreading the word to eligible students who would benefit from this one-of-a-kind experience. We are looking for 25 students to join us this year. I have attached a flyer for you to post and share with your students. Applications are open now and close at 11:59pm on March 31st. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need more information! Thank you for helping us inspire the next generation of leaders. Best, Katie Griffith Associate Director of Undergraduate Recruitment Sam M. Walton College of Business University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR 72701 Phone: 479-575-7488 Email: [email protected] Find us on social media @CheckoutWalton Schedule a Campus Visit: visit.uark.edu GIRLS WHO CODE GIRL
Girls Who Code Girls is a gaming experience that empowers users to code characters that better reflect them and the diversity of their communities. Users can use code to customize their character’s body type, skin tone, facial features, hair styles, outfit details and accessories, personality and identity details.
THE FILMMAKING LAB FOR TEEN GIRLS
WE'RE BACK - THE FILMMAKING LAB FOR TEEN GIRLS KICKS OFF JUNE 2024!
Applications are now open for our annual immersive filmmaking experience. Dates: June 10-28, 2024 Time: Monday-Friday; 9 am - 5 pm Location: AMFA Ages: 16-18 Cost: Free Deadline: April 19th It’s that time again–applications are open now through April 19th for the Filmmaking Lab for Teen Girls (FL4TG) for students in their junior or senior years. The Lab is taught by working film professionals from all over the country and participants will film and edit their own 5 minute short. Taking place June 10-28th at AMFA in Little Rock, FL4TG gives young women a chance to experience directing, cinematography, editing, production design, lighting, sound recording and to ask questions about careers in the male-dominated world of cinema. ACS is taking one small step to help correct this inequity of women in the film workforce by giving young women the opportunity to take on leadership roles while learning the craft of this visual art. The Lab is free to participants, thanks to our sponsor the Women's Foundation of Arkansas. During the Lab, participants will gain a true sense of how films are a collaborative endeavor and the power that film can have to shape the social narrative. Their films are showcased during our annual festival, Filmland, which attracts statewide and national film talent. Past students from the Lab have even had the opportunity for a private Q+A session with award-winning actor and producer, Jessica Chastain, writer Lucy Alibar and Bert of directing duo Bert & Bertie! Watch the previous FL4TG films here:
REEL TALK ARKANSAS: RAEDEN GREER DISCUSES HER CAREER + UPCOMING ACTING CLASS
In the latest episode of Reel Talk Arkansas, we chat with SAG-AFTRA actor Raeden Greer about her career in films such as The Host and Maggie and TV shows like American Horror Story. She also previews what you can expect in her upcoming ACS Night School: Acting for Film + TV course at AMFA, which runs from March 27th-May 1st. In ACS Night School: Acting for Film and Television, participants will learn character work, scene study, script analysis, and techniques, along with discussing the business aspects of film and TV. This course is for people with some acting experience, whether on stage or in short or feature films. Classes take place every Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. March 27th-May 1st at AMFA. Tuition is $150. Open to ages 18 and up. ACS + AMFA members get 10% off. Limited spots are available so apply now! University of Arkansas Walton College of Business ODI Summer ProgramsOn the behalf of the Dr. Barbra A. Lofton Office of Diversity and Inclusion for the Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas we would like to present some fun and engaging learning experiences that we offer over the summer for you to share with your students. All the programs are sponsored and are free to attend. Those who wish to participate would only be responsible for their transportation to and from the camp.
I thank you in advance for your assistance in getting the word out to your students and if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out at 479-575-4557 or [email protected].
Project Prevent ArkansasLittle Rock Police Department's The Youth Advisory CouncilThe Little Rock Police Department is proud to announce a new and exciting opportunity for local youth. The Chief of Police Youth Advisory Council is a leadership development opportunity designed to bring together youth and law enforcement through conversations and community service. This Advisory Council is aimed to boost the flow of communication with local youth, ages 14 to 24, and leadership of the Little Rock Police Department. The Youth Advisory Council will provide youth with the chance to communicate their concerns regarding local matters that affect them, make decisions, and take action to improve their community. There will be various types of community service opportunities and workshops for the benefit of the participants, such as small group discussions and scenarios about personal safety, dating violence, peer pressure, conflict resolution, youth and the legal system. In addition, youth will be exposed to career exploration in law enforcement. If you are interested or have any questions, please submit an application or contact LRPD’s Youth Advocacy Administrator at 501-351-2872.
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2024 Tjuana Byrd Summer Internship ProgramThe 2024 application for the 4th annual Tjuana Byrd Internship Program is now open!
This is amazing paid summer internship opportunity for collegiate students identifying as a woman of color across the state of Arkansas majoring in STEAM fields. Since this program launched in 2021 over 60+ participants have had the opportunity to get real world experience in the field, attend professional development sessions and networking events. Some have even secured full-time jobs with participating companies after graduation! Accepted applicants have the opportunity to stay in a fully furnished 4-person apartment completely FREE - provided by the Women's Foundation of Arkansas. Our participating companies are committed to paying a competitive wage of $15 - $20/hr (the exact amount depends on the company)! If you or someone you know is interested you have until December 22nd to apply! Click the link to apply today: https://wfa.smapply.io/.../tjuana_byrd_internship.../ 
Accelerated Career Awareness program (ACAP®) at University of Arkansas at FayettevilleUA Little Rock's Donaghey College of STEM Summer Programs
Windstream Girls CODE
What? The objective of this outreach initiative is to motivate academically prepared females to enter the fields of computer science, information science, or web design. This one-week residential camp is for rising 8th and 9th grade students. In addition to hands-on instruction, students will attend seminars featuring female professionals to learn more about opportunities available for females in computer and information science. In addition, attendees will learn how to overcome and remove potential obstacles in a male dominated field. Who? Current 7th & 8th graders (males and females) How? The application for the 2023 program can be downloaded here. For your application to be marked as complete and considered for the program, we will need the following documents mailed or scanned and emailed to our office:
You can mail your application documents to: Windstream Girls CODE UA Little Rock 2801 South University Ave., ETAS 125 Little Rock, AR 72204 When? This year’s Windstream Girls CODE program will be July 16-21, 2023 and all application materials must be postmarked by April 30, 2023. For more information, please contact Keith Harris at 501-916-6290 or email [email protected]. 
Transportation Engineering Institute
What? The Transportation Engineering Institute is a fun and interactive two-week residential program for high school students that permits exploration of various transportation fields and careers (land, water, air, and safety). Classes in English, science, math, and engineering provide the necessary foundation to understand the concepts that students utilize during field excursions, projects, labs and hands-on activities that are related to transportation. All students denied admission to the 2022 Engineering Scholars Program will automatically be considered for this program. Students with interest in engineering, aeronautics, and geology should strongly consider this program. Who? Current 8th-11th graders who are Arkansas residents and have GPA of at least a 2.5. How? The application for the 2023 program can be downloaded below. For your application to be marked as complete and considered for the program, we will need the following documents mailed or scanned and emailed to our office:
You can mail your application documents to: Transportation Engineering Institute UA Little Rock 2801 South University Ave., ETAS 125 Little Rock, AR 72204 When? This year’s Transportation Engineering Institute will be June 11 – June 23, 2023. All application materials must be postmarked by April 30, 2023. For more information, please contact Keith Harris at 501-916-6290 or email [email protected]. 
Engineering Scholars Program
What? The objective of the Engineering Scholars Program is to increase the number of students entering engineering programs in Arkansas through exposure to hands-on engineering projects, plant trips, and interaction with industry engineers. In addition, the one-week residential summer program includes counseling and advising sessions to assist students in preparing for college. The exposure to engineering and counseling and advising sessions will help high school students make informed choices on appropriate course work during their high school years for pursuing future careers in engineering. The program features academic and lab sessions on various engineering disciplines, including robotics. The program also features counseling and advising sessions to assist students in preparing for college. Who? Current 8th-11th graders interested in engineering. How? The application for the 2023 program can be downloaded below. For your application to be marked as complete and considered for the program, we will need the following documents mailed or scanned and emailed to our office:
You can mail your application documents to: Engineering Scholars Program UA Little Rock 2801 South University Ave., ETAS 125 Little Rock, AR 72204 When? This year’s session of the Engineering Scholars Program will be: June 11 – June 17, 2023 All application materials must be postmarked by April 30, 2023. For more information, please contact Keith Harris at 501-916-6290 or email [email protected]. 
High School Session – Summer Intensive Art Camp
The high school session of artWAYS is for 45 rising juniors and seniors. The weeklong residential workshop is offered in June from Saturday to Saturday. Move-in day is the first Saturday and move-out day is the last Saturday. Students rotate through three or four emphasis areas during the day while studying with our professional faculty who are also working artists. Classes are offered during the day. Structured Open Studio is available in the evening in the WCAD for students who want to continue their instruction. The students live on-campus in West Hall. Professional residential counselors live in the residence hall, coordinate evening activities, and are available to students 24-hours per day. The cost of registration, art supplies, meals, and on-campus housing are provided by a Windgate Foundation grant, so the workshop is free! How to ApplyStudents must submit an application, a digital portfolio with at least five original images and labels, and a letter of recommendation from a current visual arts teacher. High School Session DatesJune 17 – 24, 2023 (within the Saturday to Saturday timeframe) High School Sessions“Jewelry as Self Expression” with Metalsmithing and Jewelry Professor Lydia Martin Have you ever looked at a ring, necklace, or bracelet and thought….I wonder if I could make that? Well, now you can! Learn basic jewelry and metalsmithing techniques to create a variety of pieces in a style of your choosing. Students will be introduced to creating polymer clay beads, stone setting, and soldering. “Kinetic Sculpture” with Woodworking Professor Peter Scheidt Explore kinetic sculpture and strategies for making artwork move! Students will work with wire, collage, and found objects to create a small moving vignette or scene. We’ll also take advantage of digital technology’s precision and use a laser cutter to fabricate gears, levers, cams, and more! “Mesoamerican Art” with Art History Professor Dr. Lynne Larsen In addition to being chocolate’s place of origin, Central America and Mexico have rich cultural and artistic histories. From the Olmecs to the Aztecs, this introduction to Mesoamerican art will consider how the sculpture, architecture, and painting of this region portrayed ideas of political power, blood sacrifices, religious worship, and sports. “Screenprint Factory” with Printmaking Professor David Warren Participants will design, create, and print a screenprint. Learn how to transfer hand drawn and digital imagery onto a screen. Everyone will leave this workshop with their own original screenprinted T-shirt! 
The Edith Irby Jones Chapter of The Student National Medical Association houses the Health Professions Recruitment Engagement Program (HPREP). This is their signature program to promote diversity in healthcare fields, by facilitating a one-day event that exposes high school students to different careers in health with fun activities and a student panel. HPREP 2023 will be held on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, in the IDW Education Building at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. The conference is from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will begin with registration and breakfast from 9:30-10:00 a.m. with an opening ceremony. The attendees will then commence into a day of interactive and informative break out sessions from 10:30-12:00pm. Break out rooms will be led by representatives from various UAMS programs such as, respiratory care, dietetics, physicians’ assistant, dental hygiene, medical laboratory sciences, genetic counseling, and the college of medicine. Following the breakout sessions there will be a panel discussion with current students and faculty who will be able to share their experiences and answer questions of the attendees, over lunch. Lastly, there’s an inspiring talk scheduled from a keynote speaker after lunch, followed by acknowledgments, and closing remarks. Overall, students will have the opportunity to network with current students and faculty in a work based- learning environment, as well as learn about current programs and opportunities to cultivate their future careers in medicine. They have noted in the publication that: As this will be our first in-person conference since 2019, we are seeking to cultivate a phenomenal experience for all attendees and their faculty advisors. Please share this information with all students that can benefit from this experience. Please find our flier attached, and the HPREP registration form (for student attendees and advisors) can be completed at the following link: https://ddei.uams.edu/outreach-programs/student-groups/snma/health-professions-recruitment-engagement-program-hprep/ Point of contact: Carlon Quincy Gragg (he/him) MD Candidate College of Medicine, Class of 2025 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Email: [email protected] Fleischer Scholars Program
The Fleischer Scholars Program is is a free, on-campus summer program designed to serve first-generation high school students in Arkansas who are interested in studying business.
Program Details Participants in Summer 2023 will experience a 5-day program to discover career paths in business, develop an entrepreneurial mindset, practice communication skills, gain college preparatory experience, network with Walton College students, faculty, staff and alumni, engage with community business leaders, and visit local companies. This free program will be on-campus at the Sam M. Walton College of Business and will include:
Who Can Participate? Rising high school seniors are encouraged to apply. Selection Criteria Scholars are selected with the following criteria considered:
Participate Students are encouraged to Apply for this University of Arkansas summer program. Part one of the 2023 Fleischer Scholars Program application is due April 15, 2023. For more information, contact: Jessica Burkett, M.A. | Director of Student Success Sam M. Walton College of Business University of Arkansas 343 Business Building [email protected] | walton.uark.edu/student-success/ UA Fayetteville's Walton College of Business Office of Diversity & Inclusion Summer Programs
Filmmaking Lab for Teen Girls Program
Applications for our Filmmaking Lab for Teen Girls program are currently open and will close at the beginning of February. This lab provides an opportunity for high-school girls between the ages of 16-18 to experience all aspects of the filmmaking process, from screenwriting to production to editing. No prior filmmaking experience is necessary and the lab is FREE. At the end of the program they have made a short film that is screened at our annual festival in the fall!!
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15 Summer Programs in Arkansas for High Schoolers
Note: some programs may have already ended. Contact program for new dates. Costs are estimates and can vary according to factors such as residential or commuter status. 1. Arkansas Governor’s School (AGS) This 4-week residential program at Arkansas Tech University provides gifted students the opportunity to explore their creativity through intellectually driven artistic pursuit.
Visit the Application Information page for more info on area specific application requirements. 2. Senior High Band Camp During this 6-day program at Arkansas Tech University, students will receive specialized musical instruction for varying levels of skill, ensuring that every high schooler gets the chance to grow stronger in their musicianship.
3. SAU Engineering Summer Camp This 3-day program at Southern Arkansas University allows students to explore their passion for STEM. Ultimately, this summer camp aims to foster a love for engineering and physics through engaging projects related to programming, design and digital modeling.
4. Design Camp This 5-day camp at the University of Arkansas exposes high schoolers to the exciting world of architecture. Via engaging projects, tours, presentations and discussions led by faculty of the Fay Jones School, high schoolers will learn key design principles of architecture.
5. Engineering Summer Academy During this 1-week program at the University of Arkansas—Fayetteville, students will participate in engaging activities in the university’s cutting edge labs alongside engineering faculty and current students.
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6. High School Research Program This 3-week residential program at the University of Arkansas—Little Rock aims to expose high achieving high schoolers to focused research and proactive mentorship in order to help them build a foundation for future success in STEM. Although this research program is rigorous, students also have the opportunity to enjoy the greater Little Rock area in their free time.
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7. Engineering Scholars Program This 1-week residential program at the University of Arkansas – Little Rock aims to increase the number of students entering engineering programs in Arkansas through exposure to exciting engineering projects and leading industry engineers. Additionally, this one-week program includes career advising to help students prepare for college and beyond.
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Calculate Your Chances for Free 8. National Summer Transportation Institute This 2-week residential program at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an interactive program that gives students the opportunity to explore various transportation fields and careers in sectors such as land, water, air, and safety. Additionally, English, science, math, and technology courses provide students with a strong foundation for concepts directly related to projects and labs.
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9. Geology Camp Delve into the field of geology through field mapping during this 1-week residential camp at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Ultimately, this program provides students with an introduction to geology through the use of geographic information systems (GIS). Additionally, high schoolers will be exposed to various geological careers as well as advising to help students prepare for college and beyond.
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10. M*A*S*H (Medical Applications of Science for Health) This 2-week summer health careers camp gives high schoolers the opportunity to learn about a wide variety of health professions while gaining practical first aid skills along the way. During this program, students will be exposed to learning basic CPR and first aid, casting and suturing, medical terminology and more.
11. Academy of Pre-Health Scholars (APHS) This 6-week program at the University of Arkansas for the Medical Sciences is a great opportunity for students who have a strong interest in a variety of healthcare professions. Ultimately, APHS aims to help high achieving, historically underrepresented populations in STEM reach new heights of success.
12. HEALERS Program This program aims to provide aspiring medical professions with practical knowledge such as how to administer first aid and CPR while exposing students to a variety of medically related fields. Additionally, students will have the invaluable opportunity to gain clinical experience through active volunteering.
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13. Nerd C.A.M.P. (Computational Analysis, Math and Programming) This technology oriented summer program at the Arkansas School for Math, Science, and the Arts emphasizes conceptual understanding and mathematical modeling throughout their computer programming and mathematics courses in order to help students sharpen their analytical skills. Program offerings include exploring the world of fractals through programming, creating Android Apps with MIT App Inventor and gaining a foundational understanding of calculus and number theory.
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14. Asma Summer Arts Bridge | Studio Art Students can explore oil painting, observational drawing, collage, abstract design, art criticism, and more during this program at the Arkansas School for Math, Science, and the Arts! Essentially, students will gain a comprehensive overview of art mediums and style—making them more informed and thoughtful artists.
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15. Biomedical Sciences Summer Institute This summer institute at the Arkansas School for Math, Science, and the Arts provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in molecular biology laboratory technique. Beyond the laboratory, this program also emphasizes the importance of in scientific literacy and communication skills. It is a great option for students who are interested in careers in medicine, microbiology, forensic science and other related fields. By the end of the program, students can look forward to applying their learned knowledge to projects like DNA isolation and the evaluation of bacterial assays!
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