WELCOME
​TO THE WOMEN IN PHYSICS CAMP AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS
Learn More About the Women in Physics Camp
Physics is all around us. From the simple act of kicking a soccer ball to exploring distant planets, physics helps us explain and understand our world. The WIP Physics Camp offers a science packed week, with topics that include mechanics, electromagnetism, rockets, optics, astronomy, engineering, planetary science and more!
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During camp, students will work together in small teams under the guidance of a UTD STEM student and led by a veteran camper or volunteer teacher (Team Leader) to investigate physics with hands-on projects. During the activities, the students will be given numerous opportunities to use creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork as they explore the wonderful world of physics. Teams will engage in friendly competition to demonstrate how well they have learned to work together in collecting and analyzing data, an important part of any science or engineering career.
Throughout the camp, members of the Women in Physics, Science and Math Education Department/UTeach Dallas program, and Physics Department (all faculty and students at UTD) will serve as course instructors. Campers will also be guided by Team Leaders, UTD Alumni that teach at local schools and volunteer their time. A low instructor-to-student ratio ensures personalized attention for each camper.
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The camp is completely run by donations and volunteers. If you are interested in donating to the Camp, please click the Sponsor Us button above.
Beginners Camp
We can only accept a small number of students per year. Rather than having a first-come-first-serve policy, potential campers are required to fill out an application, write a short essay about why they would like to attend camp, and have a recommendation form filled out by a science teacher that knows them.
If you have any questions regarding camp or the application process, feel free to contact Marissa Distin, the Camp Leader, at WIPPhysicsCamp@gmail.com!
Advanced Camp
Once a camper has completed the WIP Beginners Camp, they have the opportunity to attend the Advanced Camp the following summer! In this week long camp we build circuits, explore space, and look at many other physical concepts pertaining to upper level physics!
Volunteer
Interested in volunteering with the Women in Physics camp?
Contact our Camp Leader, Marissa Distin, at WIPPhysicscamp@gmail.com!