Registration is officially open for our biggest and best event of the year: the 2015 University of Toronto High School Design Competition! The competition will be held on Saturday November 28th, 2015, in the Bahen Centre for Information Technology (40 St George St), from 8:20 – 5:30pm on University of Toronto Campus!
Below are the details for the 2015 Competition, we've changed a few things since last year.
The competition is open this year to students Grades 9-12, in teams of four. (Grades 9/10s will compete against each other, vice versa for 11/12s).Teams of four will get the challenge briefing & design package one week in advance. Students will use that time to buy their materials, and come up with a design plan for when they actually get to build at the competition on November 28th. Spending limit is capped at $50CAD, which we will reimburse each team for after the competition. (Provided they bring their receipts! Materials must be brought to the competition unassembled). The design challenge this year was created by current engineering students, for potential future engineering students: we've even snuck in some concepts from our first year engineering design courses, to give students a sneak preview into concepts learned in actual engineering school!Participants will learn the basics of Python in one hour, during a fun workshop - no prior experience necessary. Students can scope out U of T Engineering's best clubs at our Opportunities Exhibition during lunch!Enjoy a keynote speech on the life an times of Engineering Design, from an acclaimed U of T Engineering Professor. Get Mentored by our all-star team of current U of T Engineering Student mentors, from a wide range of engineering disciplines. They've been hand picked to answer any and all student questions about engineering, and help give advice!A chance to win cool prizes, meet new friends in the GTA, gain some practical engineering design experience, and build connections at U of T!REGISTRATION CLOSES THURSDAY NOVEMBER 19TH, AT 5PM Tickets are $15.00, are nonrefundable, and can be purchased online this year, here! (**NEW**)Join our Facebook event!
More information is found at:
http://outreach.engineering.utoronto.ca/uthsdc/
Wednesday, 11 November 2015
Enrichment Studies Unit @ Queens
The ESU team has been working very hard planning the 2016 program sessions and we can`t wait for you and your students to join us on campus for our most exciting year yet!
We`ve added new courses and have an exciting new extra-curricular activity schedule for all residence-option students to rotate through.
We will still be hosting the Welcome Rally and Fun Fair, and we encourage all commuter-option students to join us for these annual favorites. A few important reminders for you and your students:
1. Registration opens December 1, 2015 @ 9:00am EST http://esu.queensu.ca/how-to-register/
2. Registration is first come, first served and payment in full completes the registration process
3. Payment can be made via our secure on-line payment system using VISA, MasterCard, Debit
4. All residence-option students will participate in the same activities
http://esu.queensu.ca/programs/our-activities/
5. Courses will be available on our website in the next couple of weeks
6. Bursary applications are due by November 20, 2015 http://esu.queensu.ca/programs/financial-aid/
7. Residence-option teachers: Don’t forget to follow the on-line registration process for teachers to
register yourself
8. Commuter-option teachers: each teacher attending all or part of the program must follow the on-line
registration process for teachers
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
The ESU Team
Enrichment Studies Unit
A300 Mackintosh Corry Hall
Queen’s University
Kingston, ON K7L 3N6
Tel: 613-533-3181
Fax: 613-533-6903
esu@queensu.ca
http://esu.queensu.ca/
We`ve added new courses and have an exciting new extra-curricular activity schedule for all residence-option students to rotate through.
We will still be hosting the Welcome Rally and Fun Fair, and we encourage all commuter-option students to join us for these annual favorites. A few important reminders for you and your students:
1. Registration opens December 1, 2015 @ 9:00am EST http://esu.queensu.ca/how-to-register/
2. Registration is first come, first served and payment in full completes the registration process
3. Payment can be made via our secure on-line payment system using VISA, MasterCard, Debit
4. All residence-option students will participate in the same activities
http://esu.queensu.ca/programs/our-activities/
5. Courses will be available on our website in the next couple of weeks
6. Bursary applications are due by November 20, 2015 http://esu.queensu.ca/programs/financial-aid/
7. Residence-option teachers: Don’t forget to follow the on-line registration process for teachers to
register yourself
8. Commuter-option teachers: each teacher attending all or part of the program must follow the on-line
registration process for teachers
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
The ESU Team
Enrichment Studies Unit
A300 Mackintosh Corry Hall
Queen’s University
Kingston, ON K7L 3N6
Tel: 613-533-3181
Fax: 613-533-6903
esu@queensu.ca
http://esu.queensu.ca/
Tuesday, 13 October 2015
Shad Valley Summer Program
The SHAD experience is a lifelong experience and begins with our month-long summer program, which will show you what you can achieve if you think big and pursue your extraordinary potential.
Each year, top-performing Grades 10, 11 and 12 students (Secondaire IV, V, or CEGEP 1 in Quebec) or the international equivalent, compete for a place in the month-long program, which is focused on STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) disciplines. More than 600 students are accepted annually to participate and live in-residence on one of our host university campuses across Canada during the July program.
“SHAD is a time in your life when anything you think of can become a reality. I really believe if you go through high school without SHAD, you’re not getting the complete experience. It’s that essential. You have to go!” - Bruce Gao, SHAD '12
SHAD provides the unique opportunity to explore a university campus while still in high school, and experience higher learning in a supportive yet challenging environment. Included are lectures, seminars and workshops, presentations by industry leaders, working in teams to simulate a ‘startup’ project, and recreational activities.
The SHAD Entrepreneurship Challenge is a highlight of the program: teams of participants work together to develop a solution to a big problem by applying scientific principles to develop engineering, design and entrepreneurship projects. You will create a real life product or service, conducting market surveys, creating business plans and even engineering working prototypes. The challenge culminates in awarding of the SHAD - John Dobson Entrepreneurship Cup recognizing the top project developed during the program.
SHAD participants are also eligible for a summer volunteer internship for the month of August, immediately following the July in-residence university program.
Students who are offered a place in the program are well-rounded, emerging leaders who demonstrate their initiative, creativity and entrepreneurial flair even before attending the program. Most are high academic achievers and are also participating in extra-curricular activities. There is no cost to apply, and any student interested in participating is encouraged to submit an application. Opportunities are available for those with proven financial need, eliminating barriers to participation.
More information can be found here.
Each year, top-performing Grades 10, 11 and 12 students (Secondaire IV, V, or CEGEP 1 in Quebec) or the international equivalent, compete for a place in the month-long program, which is focused on STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) disciplines. More than 600 students are accepted annually to participate and live in-residence on one of our host university campuses across Canada during the July program.
“SHAD is a time in your life when anything you think of can become a reality. I really believe if you go through high school without SHAD, you’re not getting the complete experience. It’s that essential. You have to go!” - Bruce Gao, SHAD '12
SHAD provides the unique opportunity to explore a university campus while still in high school, and experience higher learning in a supportive yet challenging environment. Included are lectures, seminars and workshops, presentations by industry leaders, working in teams to simulate a ‘startup’ project, and recreational activities.
The SHAD Entrepreneurship Challenge is a highlight of the program: teams of participants work together to develop a solution to a big problem by applying scientific principles to develop engineering, design and entrepreneurship projects. You will create a real life product or service, conducting market surveys, creating business plans and even engineering working prototypes. The challenge culminates in awarding of the SHAD - John Dobson Entrepreneurship Cup recognizing the top project developed during the program.
SHAD participants are also eligible for a summer volunteer internship for the month of August, immediately following the July in-residence university program.
Students who are offered a place in the program are well-rounded, emerging leaders who demonstrate their initiative, creativity and entrepreneurial flair even before attending the program. Most are high academic achievers and are also participating in extra-curricular activities. There is no cost to apply, and any student interested in participating is encouraged to submit an application. Opportunities are available for those with proven financial need, eliminating barriers to participation.
More information can be found here.
Monday, 14 September 2015
TEDxYouth@Toronto
TEDxYouth@Toronto is:
- a must for any high school student interested in innovative ideas
- the largest TEDxYouth event in Toronto, with over 250 attendees from the GTA
- a hot spot for Toronto’s curious high school students to spark discussions about “ideas worth spreading”.
The Details:
- Where: The Masonic Temple (Info Tech Research Group), 888 Yonge Street, Toronto
- When: Saturday, November 14th, 2015 – Full Day Event!
- Who: high school students from across the GTA passionate about discovery and ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Only those who are accepted can attend (invitations are non-transferable). If your friends want to attend, make sure they fill out an application as well. For those who cannot join us in-person at the event, a livestream will be available on event day as well!
What to Expect by Attending
- keep up with innovative thinking and thought-provoking dialogue in a unique program that promises to spark meaningful discussions.
- engage with and listen to some of the brightest minds who will challenge you in new ways. Past speakers include: Marc Garneau, MP and former astronaut; Arlene Dickinson, entrepreneur; Scott Moir and Tessa Virtue, Olympic gold medalists; and many more. Read more about our speakers at http://www.tedxyouthtoronto.ca/speakers/.
- renew your lifelong journey of discovery by participating in something big: TEDxYouth@Toronto is just one of hundreds of TEDxYouth events happening simultaneously around the around the world that celebrates Universal Children’s Day to empower and inspire youth
- explore the Masonic Temple, a historic building added to the City of Toronto’s inventory of historic properties
- share experiences, information and tips with other high school students in the GTA
For more information, visit http://tedxyouthtoronto.ca/
Go ENG Girl
Saturday, October 17, 2015
Explore the exciting field on engineering through this special event for girls in grades 7 to 11!
You will have the opportunity to:
For more information, visit http://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/engalumni/women_in_eng/go_eng_girl.html
Explore the exciting field on engineering through this special event for girls in grades 7 to 11!
You will have the opportunity to:
- Learn about Engineering @ McMaster University
- Meet women currently studying engineering
- Learn about some of the amazing things women engineers are doing
- Participate in cool-hands on activities
- Hear special guest speakers
For more information, visit http://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/engalumni/women_in_eng/go_eng_girl.html
Waterloo Unlimited
Waterloo Unlimited, at the University of Waterloo, is currently preparing its 2015-16 high school enrichment programing. Details, including an easily printable flyer to distribute to students, available here: https://uwaterloo.ca/unlimited
Note: Grade 12 deadline is less than one month away!
Grade 12 Program | "Road Map to Research: Explore the frontiers of new knowledge" | Wednesday, November 18 - Friday, November 20, 2015 Application deadline: October 9th, 2015
Expect an immersive, pre-university experience focused on exploring cutting-edge research discoveries with professors, and the chance to engage with current student researchers. Also included: an introduction to the art and science of reading academic papers.
Program fee, includes all meals: $300. Supervised overnight shared hotel accommodation: $180
Grade 11 Program | "Design" Theme | Monday, March 14 - Friday, March 18, 2016. Dates may coincide with some school boards' March Break Application deadline: December 16th , 2015
From engineering and the environment to science fiction and virtual reality, students will spend a week exploring the theme of design with a community of like-minded peers.
Program fee, includes all meals: $500. Supervised overnight shared hotel accommodation: $300
Grade 10 Program | "Change" Theme | Sunday, May 15 - Thursday, May 19, 2016 Application deadline: March 9th , 2016
We live in the midst of change: technological change, social change, political change, environmental change. In modern times humankind has experienced an unprecedented rapidity of change. How do we adapt, or not adapt... and what are the consequences? Students will consider the perspectives of scientists, engineers, writers, and philosophers, as they examine the dynamics of "Change".
Program fee, includes all meals: $500. Supervised overnight shared residence accommodation: $160
Note: Grade 12 deadline is less than one month away!
Grade 12 Program | "Road Map to Research: Explore the frontiers of new knowledge" | Wednesday, November 18 - Friday, November 20, 2015 Application deadline: October 9th, 2015
Expect an immersive, pre-university experience focused on exploring cutting-edge research discoveries with professors, and the chance to engage with current student researchers. Also included: an introduction to the art and science of reading academic papers.
Program fee, includes all meals: $300. Supervised overnight shared hotel accommodation: $180
Grade 11 Program | "Design" Theme | Monday, March 14 - Friday, March 18, 2016. Dates may coincide with some school boards' March Break Application deadline: December 16th , 2015
From engineering and the environment to science fiction and virtual reality, students will spend a week exploring the theme of design with a community of like-minded peers.
Program fee, includes all meals: $500. Supervised overnight shared hotel accommodation: $300
Grade 10 Program | "Change" Theme | Sunday, May 15 - Thursday, May 19, 2016 Application deadline: March 9th , 2016
We live in the midst of change: technological change, social change, political change, environmental change. In modern times humankind has experienced an unprecedented rapidity of change. How do we adapt, or not adapt... and what are the consequences? Students will consider the perspectives of scientists, engineers, writers, and philosophers, as they examine the dynamics of "Change".
Program fee, includes all meals: $500. Supervised overnight shared residence accommodation: $160
Tuesday, 1 September 2015
Zero to Startup
Partial scholarships are also available, based on the merit of the application and financial need.
The ZerotoStartup program aims to provide participants with the skills and techniques to prepare them for a changing world and an increasingly technology-based future. Held every Saturday for 13 weeks, at the Centre for Social Innovation at Queen and Spadina, the program will offer training in robotics, web design, 3D printing, design thinking, startup experience, and personal branding, all the while providing access to industry mentors and experts. Detailed curriculum is available here: http://www.zerotostartup.org/about/curriculum/
You can visit www.zerotostartup.org for more information and instructions on how to apply. If you have more questions, please contact Anandhi at z2sadmin-cls@celestica.com
If you think someone you know can benefit from this program, please feel free to forward them this email. You can also follow ZerotoStartup on Twitter and Facebook for more updates.
Thank you,
Brookfield Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Ryerson University
Location: 10-002, 10 Dundas E. , Toronto, ON, M5B2G9
Mail: c/o Brookfield Institute, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON, M5B2K3
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