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Product Name
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Camp – Get S.E.T. (Science, Engineering and Technology) for a Career Camp
Project Description
The Get S.E.T. (Science, Engineering and Technology) for a Career Camp is a summer program for 16-18 year old high school students focusing on robotics, nano-biotechnology, alternative energy, geospatial and the mechanical sciences.
Students are engaged in real-life science, technology and engineering experiences and exposed to a variety of local education and career opportunities through hands-on activities, tours and speakers.
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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“Finger Lakes Wired has helped us prepare the students to be ready for job one, and it has also let us know what are going to be the changes in the future, so that when there are transitional workers who are coming back looking for a 2nd career or a 3rd career, maybe because they know the industries they are working in now won’t be there in the future, we know through Finger Lakes Wired what’ will be expected, how those industries are changing, how they can come back and get the skill set that they need. That’s part of what MCC does and that’s been facilitated by Finger Lakes Wired.” Dr. Anne Kress, President, Monroe Community College
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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