DIG’NIT Camps
Computer Science is a fast-growing industry with good paying careers and dramatic impact on the economy of our state. The University of Idaho is committed to showing K-12 students statewide the excitement of computer coding and related skills through our summer camp program.
These camps target several different age groups. Explore the camp descriptions to find the perfect one for your needs then go to Evenbrite via the links provided to register.
Camper registration is complete when parents submit the registration form on Eventbrite and download, complete and return the camp waiver. Send waivers immediately to Juli Anderson at julianaa@uidaho.edu or call 208-667-2588 for more information.
Dig'nIT Camps
“Emulsify” your creativity with chemistry by spending a week studying, developing, and testing personal care products such as lip balm, lotion, deodorant and soap. Examine ingredients and properties of matter similar to professional cosmetic chemists. Consider if and how changing ingredients in personal products can make a healthier product for you and the environment.
Applicants must 11-14 years old. Applicants must be able to commit to attending all five days of camp.
2018 Camp Details
Date: Monday, June 18 - Friday, June 22
Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene (1031 N Academic Way)
Cost: Donation
Find camp details and registration at: www.cosmetic-chemistry.eventbrite.com
Camper registration is complete when parents submit the registration form on Eventbrite and download, complete and return the camp waiver. Send waivers immediately to Juli Anderson at julianaa@uidaho.edu.
UPDATE: We've opened AFA CyberCamp to students 12 and up! The curriculum is designed for teens and tweens who are new to cybersecurity but have a basic understanding of computers. Sign up your middle school learner today!
The Air Force Association (AFA) CyberCamp program is designed to excite students new to cybersecurity about STEM career opportunities and teach them important cyber defense skills through hands-on instruction and activities. Through the camp, students will learn how to protect their personal devices and information from outside threats, as well as how to harden entire networks running Windows 7 and Ubuntu operating systems.
The AFA CyberCamp will culminate in an exciting final team competition that simulates real cybersecurity situations faced by industry professionals and mimics AFA’s CyberPatriot National Youth Cyber Defense Competition. The camp is designed for students new to cybersecurity aged 12-18 and who are not veteran CyberPatriot Competitors. Students must be willing to commit to all five days of camp.
The University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene has successfully partnered with Boys & Girls Club to offer this curriculum in Coeur d'Alene and Post Falls to students who are members of the local clubs. If your student is a member of either the CDA or PF Boys & Girls Club and would like to attend this camp, please connect with their local club about how to sign up. U of I Coeur d'Alene will still be accepting registrations for the Sandpoint camp location.
2018 Camp Details
Date: Monday, June 18 - Friday, June 22
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Forrest Bird Charter School, 614 S. Madison Avenue, Sandpoint, ID
Cost: Donation
Find camp details and registration at: www.afacybercamp.eventbrite.com
Camper registration is complete when parents submit the registration form on Eventbrite and download, complete and return the camp waiver. Send waivers immediately to Juli Anderson at julianaa@uidaho.edu.
This exciting summer educational camp for middle-school girls will focus on exploring digital innovation and information technology. The four-day camp will be held the week of June 26 and will focus on computer programming, website development, coding and graphic design. Girls will also get a chance to hear from speakers and play in “maker” style labs.
Applicants must be girls 11-14 years old. Applicants must be able to commit to attending all four days of camp, June 25-28 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
2018 Camp Details
Date: Monday, June 25 - Thursday, June 28
Time: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene (1031 N Academic Way)
Cost: Donation
Find camp details and registration at: www.girlscodingcamp.eventbrite.com
Camper registration is complete when parents submit the registration form on Eventbrite and download, complete and return the camp waiver. Send waivers immediately to Juli Anderson at julianaa@uidaho.edu.
Using Apple's iPad app Swift Playground, we'll introduce participants to a fun, app-based experience for learning how to code. Using Swift Playground, campers will solve interactive puzzles to learn the basics of coding the language Swift. Campers will participate in indoor and outdoor activities throughout the week and will wrap up the camp with a final showcase event. iPads will be provided for the duration of the camp.
Applicants must be 11-14 years old. Applicants must be able to commit to attending all five days of camp.
2018 Camp Details
Date: Monday, July 9 - Friday, July 13
Time: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene (1031 N Academic Way)
Cost: Donation
Find camp details and registration at: www.swiftcda.eventbrite.com
Camper registration is complete when parents submit the registration form on Eventbrite and download, complete and return the camp waiver. Send waivers immediately to Juli Anderson at julianaa@uidaho.edu.
Java Coding Workshop teaches the Java programming language using Processing 2.0. Participants complete fun projects throughout the week, including developing games, and get a taste for real-world programming. No previous programming experience required – just a love for computers and coding! The final day of the workshop features an opportunity for participants to present their projects.
The curriculum is customized for beginner to intermediate learners aged 14-18. Learners must be willing to commit to all five days of the bootcamp.
2018 Workshop Details
Date: Monday, July 16 - Friday, July 20
Time: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene (1031 N Academic Way)
Cost: Donation
Find camp details and registration at: www.javacoding.eventbrite.com
Camper registration is complete when parents submit the registration form on Eventbrite and download, complete and return the camp waiver. Send waivers immediately to Juli Anderson at julianaa@uidaho.edu.