Teams and Individuals Guided by Engineering Resources (TIGERs)
Teams and Individuals Guided by Engineering Resources (TIGERs) Camps
Junior TIGERs for rising 9th and 10th graders | June 10-15, 2012
Senior TIGERs for rising 11th and 12th graders | June 17-22, 2012
Overview
Teams and Individuals Guided by Engineering Resources (TIGERs) Camps are resident summer camps designed to expose students in grades 9-12 to the world of engineering. Engineers make the world a better place by designing things that make life easier, safer or that protect the environment. Yet, studies show that middle school students know very little about careers in engineering. This year we will offer two camps: one for rising 9th and 10th graders, the other for rising 11th and 12th graders
Your child might be interested in a career in engineering if he or she is creative, likes math and science and is interested in:
- how things work
- solving problems
- working with a team of people
The camp will be conducted by faculty, staff, and students from the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, ensuring that students receive a broad overview of the engineering profession. Camp activities include workshops, tours, and lectures guided by engineers and engineering students who will answer questions about what courses students need to take to prepare them for success in college and a fulfilling career in engineering. Students will also participate in a number of hands-on activities in:
- Aerospace
- Biosystems
- Chemical
- Civil
- Computer Science & Software and Wireless Software
- Electrical
- Industrial and Systems
- Mechanical
- Materials
- Polymer and Fiber
- Wireless
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Students will experience campus-life while residing in Auburn's resident dormitories, eating at campus dining facilities, and enjoying evening social and recreational activities. Camp participants will have 24/7 supervision by experienced counselors.
Testimonials
- "fun and interesting" – Stephen
- "a great learning experience and I made a lot of new friends" – Adrienne
- "everything was enjoyable and exciting" – Katy
- "I learned a lot and it was fun" – Brian
- "I learned how to build a ring, pipes, circuit board, movies, skateboards, and a solar powered car…the camp was so fun and I am gonna come back next year" – Matthew
Registration
Junior TIGERs for rising 9th and 10th graders
June 10-15, 2012
Drop off: 3:00-5:00 pm Sunday, June 10th
Fee: $499 (covers covers all instruction, materials, housing, meals, t-shirt, and recreational activities)
Click here to register online.
Click here for a registration form to register by phone, mail, or fax.
Senior TIGERs for rising 11th and 12th graders
June 17-22, 2012
Drop off: 3:00-5:00 pm Sunday, June 17th
Fee: $569 (covers covers all instruction, materials, housing, meals, t-shirt, and recreational activities)
Click here to register online.
Click here for a registration form to register by phone, mail, or fax.
Required Forms and Insurance
Complete and return the required camp form packet not later than two weeks prior to camp start date. Return instructions are included in the packet.
- Click here for the required camp form packet.
As proof of health insurance, all participants must attach a copy of the participant's health insurance card (front and back) with the camp form packet. If the participant does not have current health insurance coverage, please contact us as soon as possible for options.
Important Links
- Camp FAQs
- Camp Supplies
- Getting to Auburn
- Summer Experience on Facebook
- Auburn University Admissions: Prospective Students
- Auburn University Campus Tours + Visit
- The Auburn-Opelika Tourism Bureau: Local Lodging, Shopping, and Dining
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Cancellation & Refund Policy
Please read our Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Contact Information
For program questions, please contact the coordinator, James Birdsong at 334.844.5817.
