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Explore STEM through hands-on, minds-on learning with College for Kids!

College for Kids gives students in grades K–5 the opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through creative, hands-on activities. The program encourages curiosity about the world around us and beyond while helping students better understand and influence their world.

Fall 2026 College for Kids will be held from 9 – 11:30 a.m. at the Seaborg Center on Oct. 17 and Nov. 14. 

Participants may attend one or both dates, with multiple classes available for each age level. The cost is $15 per class.

Children who are 5 years old before Sept. 1, 2026, and are currently enrolled in kindergarten are eligible to participate.

For more information about classes and registration, visit the Seaborg Center Student Programs website or contact the Seaborg Center at 906-227-2002, Renee Jewett at 906-227-2196, or rkivioja@nmu.edu. 

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High school students will visit campus for this unique, week-long summer camp to explore the scenic vistas and natural resources of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula!  Participants will experience firsthand how scientists incorporate technology and field research to study the changing environment by utilizing the facilities and technology of Northern Michigan University. Campers will participate in campus activities and field experiences while learning about a wide variety of environmental topics, facilitated by the Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences Department.

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Grades K-6: Hands-on, minds-on STEM classes.  Featuring LEGO robotics, the basics of coding, and other STEM-related topics.

Grades 7-8: College and career STEM exploration classes featuring visits to local businesses and industry partners in our community. 

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Hands-on, minds-on STEM classes for students in grades K-6, offered through a partnership with the School of Education, Leadership, and Public Service.

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Middle and high school Science Olympiad teams from throughout the Upper Peninsula will create designs, solve problems, and learn the importance of teamwork by competing in different STEM-related events at the annual regional tournament. The top-placed teams will advance to the State tournament hosted by Michigan State University in late spring.

If interested in volunteering at the event, please contact Renee Jewett, the event coordinator.

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Upper elementary school FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Challenge teams from across the U.P. will compete in robot matches and judging sessions to qualify to advance to the FLL Challenge State Tournament.

Any interest in volunteering for the event can be directed to Renee Jewett, rkivioja@nmu.edu. 

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Hands-on, minds-on STEM classes for students in grades K-6, offered through a partnership with the School of Education, Leadership, and Public Service.

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Camp Infinity is a week-long summer camp that introduces girls to computer and internet technologies through fun, hands-on activities designed to spark imagination and creativity.

• Girls entering 5th–6th grade will explore programming using Ozobot Evo robots.

• Girls entering 7th–8th grade will build critical thinking and problem-solving skills while programming a Finch 2.0 robot.

• All participants will also learn web design by creating their own multi-page website.

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Hands-on, minds-on STEM classes for students in grade K-6, featuring LEGO robotics, the basics of coding, and other STEM-related topics.

Seaborg Center

College and career STEM exploration classes featuring visits to local business and industry partners in our community for students in grades 7-8.