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Product Name
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Camp – Environmental Studies Summer Youth Institute (ESSYI)
Project Description
The Environmental Studies Summer Youth Institute (ESSYI) is a two-week program designed to expose participants to current environmental issues and demonstrate various applications of scientific research to environmental problems. The program targets high school juniors and seniors, ages 16-18.
Students in ESSYI work with college faculty in small groups in the field and laboratories to conduct hands-on research and fieldwork, exploring erosion, environmental preservation, geology and other subjects. Participating students gain direct experience on STEM related work experience, increase their critical thinking and are exposed to college settings.
Outcome from Using the Product
- Attracts local youth to explore the possibilities linked to schooling and careers in the Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
- Inspires parents and educators to encourage pursuit of STEM educational choices for young people
- Enhances awareness of the region as a premier locale for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics career opportunities.
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“We expect the impact (from trianing through Wired) to be a revitalization of the local economy, a retraining of our workforce to take advantage of new employment opportunities, new sectors such as clean technology and green technology. And I think a revitalized small business community that basically can provide a source for many of the new jobs to be created in this economy over the next few years.” Dr.William Destler, President Rochester Institute of Technology
Strategic Outcomes
To be supported by Finger Lakes Wired initiatives
- Increase job growth relative to national average
- Increase average wages relative to national average
- Increase retention of 20-34 age workers
- Adoption of a regional identity resulting in collaborative networking and communication in support of regional economic strategies
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