On June 3, Our Lady of the Lake University welcomed seventh- and eighth-grade students from Edgewood ISD to campus for a summer STEM camp held in partnership with Startup High.
The visit provided students with an opportunity to explore college life while engaging in hands-on learning experiences across multiple disciplines. After a campus tour, students participated in interactive activities led by OLLU faculty and staff, including a VO₂ max demonstration in the Kinesiology Lab, Makerspace projects and hydroponic gardening activities in Metz Hall, and cybersecurity exercises hosted by Computer Information Systems and Security faculty.
Students tested password strength, examined computer hardware, and explored the evolution of technology through a display of legacy computing equipment. Throughout the day, participants engaged with faculty, discovered new areas of interest, and gained insight into potential academic and career pathways in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
OLLU is grateful for the opportunity to partner with Edgewood ISD and Startup High to inspire the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.