Student Science Camp Programs

LSLC camps are offered through the University of Rochester's:
Rochester Scholars Program (please note that if you visit the Rochester Scholars website, there may not be information about the camps until closer to Winter, Spring and Summer breaks)

If you have questions about the content of these camps, please contact Liam Casey at the LSLC. Questions about registration should be directed to Rochester Scholars

Supervised 8:00-9:00AM drop off and 4:00-5:00PM pick up at the University of Rochester.
Lunch time activities with other students in the Rochester Scholars Programs.
Dormitory accommodations are available at an additional cost for summertime high school programs

Summer Science Explorers: CSI

(Middle School) In this one-week (Full day) program, students will play the role of CSI detectives as they investigate crimes in and out of the lab. They will learn a variety of techniques, including figerpringinting, DNA fingerprinting, microscopy, and testing of various biological and chemical samples. These skills and others will be put to the test as our team of investigators sort through the evidence to solve the crimes. (The activities presented in this class are similar to those in the 2008 CSI summer camp)

Case Studies in Science: Medical Mysteries

(High School) This course meets half-days (afternoons) for one week during February and April breaks and two weeks in the summer. Each case study takes students through a problem-based learning process used by the University of Rochester Medical Center to teach medical students. During this course, participants will learn how to examine DNA, perform laboratory based tests, identify microbes, and engage in a case that integrates legal aspects of health care.

Case Studies in Science: Biological Research

(High School) This course meets half-days (mornings) for one week during February and April breaks and two weeks during the summer. In this course, we explore problems and cases in biological reasearch that will involve laboratory activites and techniques in molecular biology. Each case study examines a different field of biological research, from cancer cell biology, to animal behavior. By the end of the course, students will have a better understanding of the research that happens at the University of Rochester Medical Center, as well as experience in designing experiments and carrying out common techniques in molecular biology.