Food Security, Sustainable Agriculture, & Community Wellbeing Summer Institute
Sunday, June 2 – Saturday, June 8, 2024

Agriculture is entering a new era! We are developing new approaches and technologies to feed the world as our climate warms and water becomes scarce. We need passionate students like you at the table to develop solutions that support the health of our planet and people.

During this 7-day program, you will learn from world-class scientists with cutting edge expertise how biology and technology can be combined for sustainable agriculture. From plants and insects to water and land use, health and nutrition, to drones and DNA, you will gain hands-on experience through visits to research laboratories and field experiments.

We will complement these research experiences with discussions of our values and the needs of our communities to chart a food-secure future for all. We believe that together, with you, we can improve our communities. Exciting careers await graduates from the College of Agricultural Sciences at Colorado State University. Jump start your path to a great career by joining us!

 The experience will include:

  • Working with CSU scientists and students
  • Gaining expert advice on applying to college, including admission requirements, financial aid, housing, and careers
  • A Certificate of Completion
  • Exposure to STEM concepts through hands-on learning
  • Develops teamwork and leadership skills
  • Encourages students to continue their education beyond high school
  •  Stay in residence hall with CSU Mentors

Please apply to Food Security, Sustainable Agriculture, & Community Wellbeing Summer Institute by March 1st, online on the following link:

The application link is https://connect.colostate.edu/register/?id=b092ee29-400f-4730-be96-e7d38883bf95

For full consideration, completed applications are due online by March 1st.

  • Students will be notified if they are admitted to this program by the second week of April.
  • Late applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

View flyer here! Students can scan the QR code or access the application link to access the information for application!

Please email any questions regarding this application or this program to:
Tori Anderson, Tori.Anderson@colostate.edu
Or Dr. Patricia Vigil  Patricia.Vigil@colostate.edu

Women in Construction Management Summer Institute
Tuesday, June 4 – Saturday, June 8, 2024

Construction Managers work in dynamic teams to take the designer’s vision and make it a reality. With one of the highest job placement rates and starting salaries of any major, a degree in Construction Management is a great choice for those who enjoy teamwork, solving tangible problems, critical thinking, and creating the world around them.

This five-day four-night on-campus program is for up to 25 high school students ages 15-18 who are interested in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC). Each day participants will engage with professional women representing AEC industries as well as college mentors to work on building their confidence and developing an understanding of construction management and the related career opportunities a post-secondary education offers.

The experience will include:

  • Attending class sessions on construction fundamentals including plan reading, estimating, scheduling, and 3D modeling
  • Touring a construction site
  • Operating construction equipment
  • Building your own projects to take home
  • Volunteering at Habitat for Humanity
  • Networking with successful women from a variety of positions within AEC Careers
  • Exploring personality traits and creating and presenting your personal brand
  • Participating in evening activities including going to the CSU Rec Center

 Learn more and watch videos of past programs on the Construction Management Summer Institute Website.

View flyer here! Please encourage young women who might be interested to visit the WCM Summer Institute website to view videos from previous summers, as well as photos, testimonials, and other info that will give them a sense of what to expect and how amazing this program is!

For questions, please contact:

Anna Fontana, Anna.Fontana@colostate.edu (www.cm.colostate.edu)

or Dr. Patricia Vigil, Patricia.Vigil@colostate.edu

Alliance Zoetis Veterinary Perspectives Institute
Sunday, June 9 – Saturday, June 15, 2024

The College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is excited to offer a week-long residential summer program designed for high school students interested in careers in veterinary medicine. Students will interact with clinicians, college professors, and CSU student mentors as they explore the veterinary profession and One Health and can earn one college credit by registering for the accompanying course. Students will also experience hands-on learning in specimen dissection labs, virtual reality labs, and suture clinics, as well as tour the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital and interact with veterinarians and other One Health professionals. Students will engage in professional development, including career exploration, resume building, and other skills that can be used for any profession. This experience includes insights about college life, the college application process, and financial aid. 6 nights of on-campus lodging, meals, and tuition for the course are included.

  • Experience working with CSU faculty, staff and students including veterinarians and research scientists.
  • Expert advice on applying to college, including admission requirements, financial aid, housing, and careers.
  • Living in the residence halls, meals in the dining halls.
  • Participants have collegiate experience with peers and college student mentors.
  • Certificate of Completion with the option of one college credit through CSU Online.

Please have the student apply by March 1, 2024 to Alliance Zoetis Pre-Veterinary Discovery Summer Institute using this link: Student Link

  • For full consideration, completed applications are due March 1, 2024.
  • Students will be notified if they are admitted to this program by the second week of April.
  • Late applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

View flyer here! Students can scan the QR code on the flyer or  access the information for application.  

Please email any questions regarding this application or this program to:

Wade Ingle, Wade.Ingle@colostate.edu

or Dr. Patricia Vigil,  Patricia.Vigil@colostate.edu