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DC2 in STEM
Explore, innovate, and ignite your future in STEM!
Not sure what life after high school holds? Come to 黑料老司机 and explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)聽 majors and careers in the heart of Washington, D.C.!
Discover College and Careers (DC虏) in STEM is designed for deaf and hard of hearing students entering grades 10-12. During this program, students will explore STEM-related fields, identify their strengths and interests through career assessments, and develop a transition portfolio. Students will also experience the vibrant Gallaudet campus and the excitement of Washington, D.C.!
Experience what it is like to be a student on the 黑料老司机 campus.
Create a transition portfolio and take career-related assessments, with support from our Academic and Career Advisors.聽
Interpretation of assessment results to help narrow down career interest(s) and preference of work environment.
Explore Gallaudet鈥檚 STEM programs and learn about topics such as cybersecurity, epidemiology, environmental science, and architecture through a variety of hands-on activities.
Meet with successful deaf and hard of hearing professionals and faculty members working in science, technology, and mathematics and learn how they prepared for their career successes.
Participate in outdoor activities to develop leadership, teamwork, self-confidence, and communication skills.
Engage in self-discovery career related activities designed for participants to learn more about their strengths, areas of improvement, personality style, interests, and values.
Explore Washington, D.C.: Possible attractions include the Anacostia River, The International Spy Museum, Washington Monument, Six Flags, and many other world-famous sights.
You are eligible to apply if you meet the following criteria:聽
You will need to submit an application online. Once you鈥檝e completed the application, we will contact you if any further information is needed.
Upon acceptance, you will receive login access to our portal, in which you will be able to make your payment and access important forms that we will need you to fill out, such as medical forms, transportation forms, participant agreements, and more.
You will also receive a participant handbook with details on program preparation.
The program fee is $750. All registration information and fee must be completed and paid by May 1st.
Students will create their own transition portfolio and undergo career assessments while exploring Gallaudet鈥檚 academics in STEM.
At the end of the week, Vocational Rehabilitation counselors will receive a written report containing a student鈥檚 summary of their experience and assessment results.
Your summer dream unleashed! Here’s how to prepare.
Yes. If your child is traveling alone, we will provide transportation to and from the airport for those using Reagan National Airport (DCA). You will need to make other arrangements if using Washington Dulles (IAD) or Baltimore-Washington International (BWI). Our Youth Programs staff will meet your child at the baggage claim upon arrival and accompany them to the ticketing area when departing. Additional details are in the Camper Handbook.
The program fee covers program classes, workshops, activities, housing, meals, transportation, outings, recreation fees and a camp T-shirt. We do not cover airfare or travel costs to and from Washington, D.C.
Residence Life may provide visitors housing. The Kellogg Conference Hotel is available on campus. Kellogg Conference Hotel鈥檚 reservation number is (202) 651-6000.
Yes. We accept payment plans in installments. A minimum $100 deposit needs to be made immediately in order to secure your child鈥檚 spot. Full payment is due within about a month in order to guarantee your child鈥檚 spot in their program of choice. We will send an email to update you on the status of processed payments as well. Alternative payment plans may be discussed.
Yes, we do offer scholarship opportunities to summer camp participants. In order to be considered for a scholarship, you will need to email us a letter explaining why you should receive the scholarship as well as a copy of your recent tax forms. We provide scholarships only to deaf and hard-hearing students. If you would like to request a scholarship, please email us.
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) support varies by state. Many of our campers have received financial assistance from their VR counselors for our Discover College and Careers camp. We encourage you to use the justification letter with your VR counselor. Please contact us if you need further assistance obtaining VR support.
Camp acceptance is on a rolling basis, and spots fill up quickly, so the sooner we receive your application, the better. Registration forms and payment are both due on May 1st.
Yes, for snacks in the evenings and for off-campus events such as the Six Flags outing. Campers will also be able to purchase snacks and Gallaudet attire at the campus bookstore.
黑料老司机, the world鈥檚 only four-year liberal arts university serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students, serves as the educational, social, and political engine of Deaf America. The duty of the university to foster disagreement, debate, and civic engagement is embedded in its role as a higher education institution.
Summer Youth Camps
Edward Miner Gallaudet Memorial Building #112 & #111