BGSU Firelands Science & Materials Innovation Academy -

July 28-31, 2026 BGSU Firelands | Huron, Ohio Join BGSU Firelands for a four-day immersive STEM experience designed for students entering grades 6-8. Participants will conduct hands-on experiments in real laboratory spaces, engage in interactive engineering and design challenges, and explore materials science, sustainability, recycling, and advanced manufacturing. Students will work alongside BGSU Firelands faculty and STEM professionals while discovering how science connects to future careers and innovation. Cost: Free Who: Students entering Grades 6-8 Dates: July 28-31, 2026 Location: BGSU Firelands Campus Registration is limited and available on a first-served basis. WHAT STUDENTS WILL DO Students will: • Conduct experiments in college labs • Explore materials science and sustainability • Participate in engineering challenges • Meet professionals working in STEM careers WHY MATERIALS SCIENCE Materials science helps us understand how things are made and how they work. Students will explore everyday materials and learn how they are used to solve real-world problems. WHY THIS PROGRAM • Free access for families • Hands-on learning experience • Exposure to college environment • Connection to real careers WHY DID THE CAMP DATES CHANGE? To ensure the highest-quality experience for participants, the Science and Materials Innovation Academy has been rescheduled to July 28-31, 2026. This adjustment allows us to deliver the full program as designed, including all pla