Summer Camps and Summer Programs at Binghamton University - Binghamton, NY

Description:
Astronomy Institute: Our Sun, Stars, and Exoplanets - grades 9-12*
Students will study and examine the lifecycle of our own Star from its birth to its death. Next, they will look beyond our own Sun, to the star systems in our galaxy. Labs will include astrophotography of the Sun and night sky using KOSC research-grade telescopes, examination of stellar spectra, and discovery of exoplanets. Students will be trained in basic sky watching with binoculars and small telescopes and will have ample time for observing the Sun and stars. Students also will gain experience with photography, other imaging techniques, and image processing.
Two Sessions: (A) July 7-13, 2013; (B) July 14-20, 2013
Choose either or both weeks. Each week has different content and projects Earth Science Institute: Ocean Environments- grades 8-12*
This camp will introduce students to oceanography, examining the Earth’s oceans, both past and present. Students will learn about geologic coastlines and underwater features, using computer simulations that demonstrate how these features are formed. In order to understand these coastline features, students also will explore the fields of geomorphology and fluid mechanics. They will use satellite imagery and take a field trip to explore the ancient tropical sea of Upstate New York's Devonian period. Students also will learn about the history of underwater exploration and speak with experts in the field to find out where submersible technology is taking us in the 21st Century.
One session only: July 21-27, 2013
*Students completing grades 9-12 may add this week to Astronomy Institute to create a three week stay.
*Students completing grade 8 may add this week to Space Exploration Institute to create a two week stay. Students housed at Binghamton University. Commuter or Residential rates.
For further information on these programs, visit: http://www.kopernik.org/summer_science/index.htm For information on Space Exploration Institute Distant Worlds for grades 6-8, please visit
http://www.summeroncampus.com/main/ProgramDetail.asp?ID=758

Additional Information:
For its 21st summer, Kopernik Observatory & Science Center in Vestal, NY
is also offering week-long DAY science programs for Grades 1-6. SCIENCE DAY PROGRAMS:
Earth Science (grades 5 & 6 in school year 2012/13)
Junior Astronomers (grades 3 & 4 in School Year 2012/13)
Young Scientists (grades 1 & 2 School Year 2012/13)
Young Engineers: Animated Robotics (grades 2 & 3 in School Year 2012/13)
Junior Engineers: Rovers Unleashed! (Grades 4 and 5 in School Year 2012/13) )

Description:
Students will spend this week exploring the physical characteristics of planets and moons that comprise our solar system. They will investigate the exciting discoveries of NASA missions such as Cassini-Huygens at Saturn, Messenger at Mercury, and New Horizons on its way to Pluto. Students will explore the engineering challenges of sending robotic missions to the planets and will have the opportunity to photograph the moon and planets. They also will safely observe and photograph the sun using KOSC telescopes equipped with filters and projection methods. For returning students, this institute will reinforce and go beyond what was presented last summer!
One session only: July 28-August 3, 2013
Students housed at Binghamton University. Commuter or Residential rates.
For further information on ALL Kopernik summer programs, visit: http://www.kopernik.org/summer_science/index.htm For information on Astronomy Institute (current 9th-12th graders) & Earth Science Institute (current 8th -12th graders), please visit
http://www.summeroncampus.com/main/ProgramDetail.asp?ID=757

Additional Information:
For its 21st summer, Kopernik Observatory & Science Center in Vestal, NY
is also offering week-long DAY science programs for Grades 1-6. SCIENCE DAY PROGRAMS:
Earth Science (grades 5 & 6 in school year 2012/13)
Junior Astronomers (grades 3 & 4 in School Year 2012/13)
Young Scientists (grades 1 & 2 School Year 2012/13)
Young Engineers: Animated Robotics (grades 2 & 3 in School Year 2012/13)
Junior Engineers: Rovers Unleashed! (grades 4 & 5 in School Year 2012/13)

Description:
This program is for youths, 12-18 years old, who want to participate in a real musical production while learning new skills and developing experience. This year the musical is In The Heights. Two groups perform their own production (two performances each) with their own actors, singers, and chorus. All students have the opportunity to participate in several aspects of the production. Professional artists provide vocal and acting lessons and coaching as related to the musical roles. Master classes and private lessons will be available for an extra fee. • Commuter only program
• A fully staged production of In The Heights in the Watters Theater at Binghamton University
(each session has its own production culminating in two performances)
• Individual and group voice training
• Acting and improvisation classes
• Movement and dance classes
• Stagecraft experience, makeup and costumes
• Master classes/private individual classes available for additional fee

Program Information:
Binghamton University: Sunday, July 21, 2013 - Sunday, August 11, 2013
Commuter: $425.00
Registration deadline is May 17, 2013.