Rising high school juniors and seniors

Application Deadline:  May 31, 2010

Are you a highly motivated learner with an aptitude for math and science? Then spend a week learning about materials science and engineering, and opportunities for careers in these fields.

You will actively explore materials science and engineering principles through a combination of mini-demonstrations, field trips and group projects. With the help of experts, you will learn how to use state-of-the-art research equipment.

Activities include:

• Group projects
• Visits to labs and local industries
• Guest presentations
• Design-build contests

Past projects have included microelectronic circuitry, friction-stir welding, ceramic magnets, metal casting, glass processing, heat treatment and mechanical property evaluation, plasma-spray deposition and others.

Eligibility:  Participants must be rising high school juniors and seniors in Fall 2010. Acceptance to this camp is selective. Students should have a strong interest in applied science.

Fees & Registration:Participation is FREE; however, you must apply and be accepted into the camp. The camp will cover room and board, meals, educational materials and activities.  Only expense is travel to and from Rolla, and incidentals throughout the week.

Application Process:Application Deadline is May 31, 2010.

To apply, please submit the following:

1. APPLICATION FORM (AVAILABLE SOON)
2. School Transcript  -  Unofficial transcript is OK
3. Maximum of two (2) letters of recommendation
4. Personal essay of 200 words or more that states why you want to be selected to participate in Materials Camp. Please include your planned college major and career plans. Essay can be included in your online application.

Submit all information to:    (via email, fax OR snail mail)

Jeane Deatherage
ASM Materials Education Foundation
Materials Park, OH 44073
jeane.deatherage@asminternational.org
FAX 440/338-4634

Where Can I Get Additional Information?

For more information about ASM Materials Camp and how to apply, visit  http://mse.mst.edu/academic/programs. 

How are student selected?

• This is a competitive application process. Students are asked to describe why they want to learn more about engineering and materials science as a possible college major and career.
• Each application will be reviewed to select the “best and brightest" -- highly motivated students who have not yet made a firm decision about a college major or career.
• Students must have a strong interest in applied science.
• Prior participation in science fairs is helpful.

What will I do?

• Have fun. Our number one goal is to make applied science an exciting, fun experience.
• Solve a technical problem. Students work in small groups to investigate various aspects and applications of engineering metals and ceramics.
• Learn to use state-of-the-art research equipment in an engineering laboratory under the guidance of experts.
• Visit several materials-related industries.

Transportation:  Participants must provide their own transportation to and from Missouri S&T. University transportation will be provided to and from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport for out-of-state participants.