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ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp

The ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp (EMBHSSC) is a free, academic program of The Harris Foundation, which takes an active role in shaping education in students entering grade 6, 7 and 8.

The two-week academic, residential camp emphasizes increasing students' mathematics/science skills, introducing them to college life, and stimulating their interest in science and engineering as a potential career path.

Each day, campers attend classes that include problem solving, study, research, writing and communication skills incorporated with biology, chemistry, physics, design concepts, and field excursions. Classes are taught by certified classroom teachers and university faculty.


Mission Statement
The Mission is to enable youth, entering grades 6th, 7th, and 8th, to develop and achieve their full potential through support of social, recreational and STEM-based educational programs.

Core principles
• Encourage education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
• Encourage and motivate youth to pursue STEM careers
• Foster teamwork, leadership and citizenship

Goals
• To educate students in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) skills
• To engage students in the practical aspects of STEM.
• To introduce students to college life
• To inspire students to pursue careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)

Strategies
• Teach hands-on, minds-on STEM activities.
• Incorporate activities that enhance communication skills (written, oral, etc…)
• Integrate field excursions to expose students to real-world STEM applications.
• Develop projects and activities that require teamwork/cooperatives learning.
• Present opportunities for students to interact with engineers, scientist, researchers, and other professionals
• Provide an on-campus residential experience

Student Selection
• Students going into grades 6, 7 and 8 the following fall

 

Camp Highlights

February 17, 2012
ExxonMobil and the Harris Foundation have announced the 2012 locations for the ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camps, and Northeastern University is selected for the sixth year in a row Click to read the press release.

To apply for the 2012 camp at Northeastern University, check out the Camper Application page!

July 21, 2011
As part of a Northeastern University summer program, 11-year-old Ella Moyes donned a pair of safety goggles to design a multilayered "spacesuit" crafted from household materials. Moyes is among some four-dozen middle school students in Boston who are participating in the ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp. The free, two-week program — run by Northeastern's Center for STEM Education —gives students the chance to work alongside Northeastern faculty, staff and students on projects aimed at increasing their knowledge and experience in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Co-executive directors Claire Duggan, Richard Harris and Rachelle Reisberg coordinate the program. Read more here.

July 13, 2011
Toy structures perched on a shaker board began to wobble and twist at the start of a computerized earthquake. The magnitude increased and the structures lost their stability and crumbled to the ground. Playful screams broke out. "I was just closing my eyes, going 'Oh no, oh no, oh no,' " said 12 year-old Sophia Madden, whose team designed the longest lasting of five model towers made of plastic K'NEX toys. Madden is among some four-dozen middle school students who are participating in the ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp. Read more here.

March 1, 2011
ExxonMobil and the Harris Foundation announce the 2011 locations for the ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camps...and for the fifth year in a row, Northeastern University is selected!

To apply for the 2011 camp at Northeastern University, check out the Camper Application page!

February 11, 2010
ExxonMobil and the Harris Foundation announce the 2010 locations for the ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camps...and for the fourth year in a row, Northeastern Univeristy is selected!

To apply for the 2010 camp at Northeastern University, check out the Camper Application page!

January 20, 2010
Wishing everyone a wonderful 2010! Please check out our January newsletter for updates about what is going on with fellow campers, counselors and the Northeastern community.

Also, remember to RSVP to our Winter Callback invitation-- hope to see you on February 19th for the Winter Callback!

July 17, 2009
2009 Campers launch into action!!! (Video). Also, check out the NU News article.

July 12, 2009
The 2009 ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp Begins!!! 48 students join the Northeastern University summer science camp for two weeks of science exploration!

To follow along with us, check out the 2009 Camp Page and Blog.
 


To Contact Us:
ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp at Northeastern University
c/o The Center for STEM Education
360 Huntington Avenue
International Village, Suite 520
Boston, Massachusetts 02115

Phone: 617.373.8380
Fax: 617.373.7084
E-mail:stem@neu.edu