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Upward Bound Math and Science  (Brownsville)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
5/31-7/8 10th-11th grade  Norma Miranda  956-882-4299 norma.miranda@utrgv.edu
UBMS program will provide project-based learning experiences aligned to program participants in the Math and Science fields. Open to UBMS Participants only. CLOSED PROGRAM TO THE PUBLIC. 

Upward Bound Rio Hondo/Port Isabel  (Brownsville)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/1-7/8 10th-11th grade  Eddie Armendariz 956-882-6570 eddie.armendariz01@utrgv.edu
The UTRGV Upward Bound programs serve selected schools in Cameron and Hidalgo counties. We provide academic instruction in mathematics, laboratory sciences, composition, literature, and foreign languages. Tutoring, counseling, mentoring, cultural enrichment, work-study programs, and education or counseling services designed to improve the financial and economic literacy of students. Additionally, programs and activities previously mentioned are specially designed for students who are limited English proficiency, and students from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in postsecondary ed. CLOSED PROGRAM TO THE PUBLIC.

UTRGV High scholars (Brownsville & Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/1-7/29 10th-11th grade  Dr. Wilma Smetter  956-665-2425 wilma.smetter@utrgv.edu
  To promote interest in STEM by engaging students in real-time laboratory or field research projects. THIS YOUTH PROGRAM IS ONLY OPEN TO Highscholars  Participants. 

 

Texas Pre- Freshman Engineering Program (TEXPREP) (Brownsville & Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/6/22-7/20 /22  6th grade- 12th grade  Ana Ramos  956-665-2526 prep@utrgv.edu
An academic Enrichment Program for middle and Highschool students in the fields of Math, Science, technology, and or Engineering.

 

Migrant University Summer Experience (MUSE) (Edinburg) 

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/6- 7/8  9th-12th grade  Dr. Cynthia Walls 956-665-7562 cynthia.walls01@utrgv.edu
The Migrant University Summer Experience (MUSE) program is a five-week summer enrichment program for migrant high school juniors and seniors from across the Rio Grande Valley (freshmen and sophomores are eligible at the discretion of the school district). During this summer program, students gain university experience, while earning either two high school credits or six college credit hours. Students will attend TSI Academy and ACT preparation classes. Students also receive on-campus housing (residential camp), a student ID that provides them access to select facilities on campus as well as a meal plan at the university café. During their stay students are placed in professional workplace internships throughout the university and gain college readiness and leadership seminars while living on the UTRGV campus. The program encourages and supports the completion of high school and the pursuit of higher education while exposing students to college.
*This is a partnership with interested school districts, if you are interested, please contact us to see if your district is participating.

 

STEM Coding Camps (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/6/22-6/10 /22  6th grade- 12th grade  Idalia Mejia 956-665-7320 idalia.mejia@utrgv.edu
The Coding Camp is designed to engage middle school and high school students in interactive, coding activities. Participants will learn concepts of computer programming, refine critical thinking skills and learn in a friendly environment. To register: https://www.utrgv.edu/cstem/activities/summer-camps-2022/index.htm

Upward Bound Rio Grande City/ La Grulla  (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/6-7/15 9th-12th grade  Dolores Gomez 956-665-3617 dolores.gomez@utrgv.edu
The Upward Bound Program, which is a federally funded program, is designed to generate the knowledge, skills, and motivation necessary for success in high school and post-secondary school. Upward Bound works with high school freshmen through seniors and provides academic services to all participants throughout the Academic year as well as a 6-week summer enrichment program College-simulated classes and other enrichment classes are held Monday through Friday at the UTRGV Campus. The 6-week summer program students are engaged in rigorous, interactive classes and projects.

Upward Bound Rivera and Lopez/Porter  (Brownsville )

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/6-7/15 9th-12th grade  Juana Llanas 956-882-7121 juana.llanas@utrgv.edu
Upward Bound is a college-prep program that assists and motivates students to achieve high levels of academic performance. It provides them with career exploration, financial literacy, and exposure to cultural enrichment trips. CLOSED PROGRAM TO THE PUBLIC.

Upward Bound  (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/1-7/8 10th-12th grade  PetraLopez Vaquera  956-665-2596 petra.lopezvaquera@utrgv.edu
Upward Bound is an academic program that pre-selected 9-12th grade students from Edcouch Elsa, Economedes, and Mission High Schools. Project Participants need to meet eligibility requirements set forth by the U.S. Department of Education and pass a holistic review and mandatory interviewing process by project staff. Academic and College Ready instruction is provided during the summer component to project participants only. CLOSED PROGRAM TO THE PUBLIC.

STEM Mobile Lab and Science Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/13/22-6/17/22  6th grade- 12th grade  Idalia Mejia 956-665-7320 idalia.mejia@utrgv.edu
The Camp is designed to Engage Middle School and High School students in interactive, hands-on activities. Participants will apply the Scientific Method to form and test their hypothesis, conduct experiments and obtain their results. Run a week-long experiment to obtain results. Conduct daily hands-on activities, use equipment in experiments, and develop their communication skills in presenting results. To register: https://www.utrgv.edu/cstem/activities/summer-camps-2022/index.htm

 

Upward Bound Willacy and Raymondville  (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/13-7/22/22  10th-12th grade  Cynthia Valdez  956-665-2522 cynthia.valdez@utrgv.edu
Upward Bound Program high school students will participate in a 6-week academic program inclusive of math, composition & literature, science, and a foreign language. This will be a commuter program with ISD providing transportation. Open to only high school students in Raymondville and Lyford participating in the Upward Bound program year-round.

I-DREAM4D Engineering Summer Camp - Coding (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/13-6/17/22  9th-12th grade  Lesly Orozco 956-665-8068 lesly.orozco01@utrgv.edu
Learn coding for one week of lectures and instructions. This camp is not open to public

I-DREAM4D Engineering Summer Camp - Energy (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/13-6/17/22  9th-12th grade  Lesly Orozco 956-665-8068 lesly.orozco01@utrgv.edu
Learn coding for one week of lectures and instructions. This camp is not open to public

STEM Coding Camps (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/20/22-6/24/22  6th grade- 12th grade  Idalia Mejia 956-665-7320 idalia.mejia@utrgv.edu
The Coding Camp is designed to engage middle school and high school students in interactive, coding activities. Participants will learn concepts of computer programming, refine critical thinking skills and learn in a friendly environment. To register: https://www.utrgv.edu/cstem/activities/summer-camps-2022/index.htm

UTRGV GEAR UP- MEDCamp Residential (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/20/22-6/25/22  11th grade  Martha Cantu 956-665-2096 martha.cantu@utrgv.edu
In partnership with the School of Medicine, College of Health Professions, and P-16 Outreach & Testing Services; UTRGV GEAR UP will be providing a residential summer camp for GEAR UP students who are interested in the field of medicine or health careers. This MEDCamp will provide students opportunities to engage, explore, and conduct a variety of workshops and activities that will enhance their career pathway prior to going into post-secondary education. We will have 60 GEAR UP students participating in the summer camp.

I-DREAM4D Engineering Summer Camp - Sea Perch (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
6/20-6/24/22  9th-12th grade  Lesly Orozco 956-665-8068 lesly.orozco01@utrgv.edu
Learn to assemble a sea perch within one week of lectures and instructions. This camp is not open to the public.

STEM Mobile Lab and Science Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/27/22-7/1/22  6th grade- 12th grade  Idalia Mejia 956-665-7320 idalia.mejia@utrgv.edu
The Camp is designed to Engage Middle School and High School students in interactive, hands-on activities. Participants will apply the Scientific Method to form and test their hypothesis, conduct experiments and obtain their results. Run a week-long experiment to obtain results. Conduct daily hands-on activities, use equipment in experiments, and develop their communication skills in presenting results. To register: https://www.utrgv.edu/cstem/activities/summer-camps-2022/index.htm

JSTEM Project Based Learning  (Edinburg) 

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
7/5- 7/29  9th-12th grade  Angela Chapman 956-665-3461 rgvstemed@utrgv.edu

The focus of the JSTEM camp is to help students solve a real-world, original research problem, and the goals are for students to be able to develop content and skills in specific STEM and JSTEM (Journalism, Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) disciplines. Program participants can connect with their school district to see if they participate in the program or pay the individual cost of $1,000 per student.

 

I-DREAM4D Engineering Summer Camp - Robotics (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
7/11-7/22/22  9th-12th grade  Lesly Orozco 956-665-8068 lesly.orozco01@utrgv.edu
Learn to program and assemble a robot within one week of lectures and instructions. To register: https://www.idream4d.org/summer-camp/index.htm

STEM Mobile Lab and Science Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/11/22-7/15/22  6th grade- 12th grade  Idalia Mejia 956-665-7320 idalia.mejia@utrgv.edu
The Camp is designed to Engage Middle School and High School students in interactive, hands-on activities. Participants will apply the Scientific Method to form and test their hypothesis, conduct experiments and obtain their results. Run a week-long experiment to obtain results. Conduct daily hands-on activities, use equipment in experiments, and develop their communication skills in presenting results. To register: https://www.utrgv.edu/cstem/activities/summer-camps-2022/index.htm

Upward Bound Bridge (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
7/12-8/19/22 12th grade  PetraLopez Vaquera 956-665-2596 petra.lopezvaquera@utrgv.edu
Upward Bound is an academic program that pre-selected 9-12th grade students from Edcouch Elsa, J. Economedes, and Mission High Schools. Project Participants need to meet eligibility requirements set forth by the U.S. Department of Education, pass a holistic review and mandatory interviewing process by project staff. Students will be at UTRGV and will be taking 2 classes. No students will be admitted by the general public. (These students will be high school graduates)

STEM Coding Camps (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/18/22-7/22/22  6th grade- 12th grade  Idalia Mejia 956-665-7320 idalia.mejia@utrgv.edu
The Coding Camp is designed to engage middle school and high school students in interactive, coding activities. Participants will learn concepts of computer programming, refine critical thinking skills and learn in a friendly environment. To register: https://www.utrgv.edu/cstem/activities/summer-camps-2022/index.htm

I-DREAM4D Engineering Summer Camp - Robotics (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
7/25-7/29/22  9th-12th grade  Lesly Orozco 956-665-8068 lesly.orozco01@utrgv.edu
Learn coding for one week of lectures and instructions. This camp is not open to public

I-DREAM4D Engineering Summer Camp - Robotics (Edinburg)

Dates Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Number Contact Email 
7/25-8/5/22  9th-12th grade  Lesly Orozco 956-665-8068 lesly.orozco01@utrgv.edu
Learn to program and assemble a robot within one week of lectures and instructions. To register: https://www.idream4d.org/summer-camp/index.htm

STEM Mobile Lab and Science Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/25/22-7/29/22  6th grade- 12th grade  Idalia Mejia 956-665-7320 idalia.mejia@utrgv.edu
The Camp is designed to Engage Middle School and High School students in interactive, hands-on activities. Participants will apply the Scientific Method to form and test their hypothesis, conduct experiments and obtain their results. Run a week-long experiment to obtain results. Conduct daily hands-on activities, use equipment in experiments, and develop their communication skills in presenting results. To register: https://www.utrgv.edu/cstem/activities/summer-camps-2022/index.htm

 

 

UTRGV Golf Performance Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/6/22-6/8/22  5th grade- 12th grade  Bryan Novoa 210-865-3302 bryan.novoa@utrgv.edu
The 2022 UTRGV Golf Performance Camps are for children 8-18 that are interested in playing golf at the recreational, collegiate, or professional level. Our performance camp offers high-level instruction from the UTRGV Men's and Women's Head and Assistant Golf Coaches. The format for the camp will be as follows: Monday-> Short Game Skills Tuesday-> Swing Skill Instruction Wednesday-> On Course Play/Instruction Breakfast and lunch will be provided. To Register:https://camps.jumpforward.com/utrgvgolfcamp/CampDetail/Index/16733

UTRGV Volleyball Weekly Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/7/22-6/9/22  1st grade- 12th grade  Vini Baigan  (816) 723-6426 vinicius.baigan@utrgv.edu
Volleyball All Skills Camp where the participants will have the opportunity to work on all defensive and offensive aspects of the game with UTRGV Coaches. To register:https://camps.jumpforward.com/utrgvvolleyball/CampDetail/Index/16649 

UTRGV Golf Performance Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/13/22-6/15/22  5th grade- 12th grade  Bryan Novoa 210-865-3302 bryan.novoa@utrgv.edu
The 2022 UTRGV Golf Performance Camps are for children 8-18 that are interested in playing golf at the recreational, collegiate, or professional level. Our performance camp offers high-level instruction from the UTRGV Men's and Women's Head and Assistant Golf Coaches. The format for the camp will be as follows: Monday-> Short Game Skills Tuesday-> Swing Skill Instruction Wednesday-> On Course Play/Instruction Breakfast and lunch will be provided. To Register:https://camps.jumpforward.com/utrgvgolfcamp/CampDetail/Index/16734

UTRGV Volleyball Weekly Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/14/22-6/16/22  1st grade- 12th grade  Vini Baigan  (816) 723-6426 vinicius.baigan@utrgv.edu
Volleyball All Skills Camp where the participants will have the opportunity to work on all defensive and offensive aspects of the game with UTRGV Coaches. To register:https://camps.jumpforward.com/utrgvvolleyball/CampDetail/Index/16650

UTRGV Baseball Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/14/22  9th grade- 12th grade  Kyle Kilgo 956-665-3765 kyle.kilgo@utrgv.edu
This camp will evaluate the player's ability to field, throw, hit and run on the baseball field. To register: https://camps.jumpforward.com/UTRGVCamps/

UTRGV Volleyball Weekly Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/21/22-6/23/22  1st grade- 12th grade  Vini Baigan  (816) 723-6426 vinicius.baigan@utrgv.edu
Volleyball All Skills Camp where the participants will have the opportunity to work on all defensive and offensive aspects of the game with UTRGV Coaches. To register:https://camps.jumpforward.com/utrgvvolleyball/CampDetail/Index/16650

UTRGV Womens Basketball Elite Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email Address 
6/23/22-6/24/22 9th-12th grade  Victoria Pena  956-665-3765
victoria.pena@utrgv.edu
The UTRGV Women's Basketball High School Elite camp is centered on teaching the fundamentals of basketball, building enthusiasm for the game and competing every rep. The Girls Elite camp is open to girls entering their freshman year of high school through entering

 

UTRGV Volleyball Weekly Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
6/28/22-6/30/22  1st grade- 12th grade  Vini Baigan  (816) 723-6426 vinicius.baigan@utrgv.edu
Volleyball All Skills Camp where the participants will have the opportunity to work on all defensive and offensive aspects of the game with UTRGV Coaches. To register:https://camps.jumpforward.com/utrgvvolleyball/CampDetail/Index/16652

 

UTRGV Baseball Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/9/22  9th grade- 12th grade  Kyle Kilgo 956-665-3765 kyle.kilgo@utrgv.edu
This camp will evaluate the player's ability to field, throw, hit and run on the baseball field. To register: https://camps.jumpforward.com/UTRGVCamps/

UTRGV Volleyball Weekly Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/16/22-7/17/22  1st grade- 12th grade  Vini Baigan  (816) 723-6426 vinicius.baigan@utrgv.edu
This is a great opportunity to work on volleyball skills, including passing, hitting, and setting. Instruction will be provided by UTRGV head coach Todd Lowery, associate head coach Vini Baigan and assistant coach Paulina Ramirez, and current UTRGV student-athletes. This is a great opportunity to learn about the sport of volleyball what it is like to be an NCAA Division I student-athlete. To register :https://camps.jumpforward.com/utrgvvolleyball/CampDetail/Index/16648

UTRGV Baseball Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/19/22  9th grade- 12th grade  Kyle Kilgo 956-665-3765 kyle.kilgo@utrgv.edu
This camp will evaluate the player's ability to field, throw, hit and run on the baseball field. To register: https://camps.jumpforward.com/UTRGVCamps/

UTRGV Women's Soccer ID Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/23/22  8th grade- 12th grade  Alyssa Gregory 956-665-3772 alyssa.gregory@utrgv.edu
This ID Camp is for girls only ages 14-JUCO sophomore. This camp will consist of two sessions focusing on the technical and tactical aspects of the game. This camp is designed to show prospective student-athletes what it is like to train at the Division I level. To register: https://camps.jumpforward.com/utrgvwomenssoccer/CampDetail/Index/16711

 UTRGV TWO DAY Men's Soccer ELITE SKILLS CLINIC 14-18 Years old (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/25/22-7/26/22 8th grade- 12th grade  Andrew Madero  813-220-5201 andrew.madero@utrgv.edu
UTRGV Men's Soccer coaching staff will conduct an elite skills camp that will provide a snapshot of what it takes to compete at the college level. If you are between the ages of 14-19 you do not want to miss this amazing experience! This two-day camp will give each player a taste of what being a student-athlete is all about. Camp participants will train at the UTRGV Soccer Field and take part in two UTRGV Soccer sessions. The camp will begin with registration at 5:45 pm and the camp will finish at 8:30 pm.  Day One/Day Two : 6:15pm to 8:30pm To register : https://camps.jumpforward.com/UTRGVMensSoccer/CampDetail/Index/16768

UTRGV Men's Soccer ELITE GOALKEEPER CLINIC SESSION 1 (Edinburg 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/25/22-7/26/22 3rd grade- 12th grade  Andrew Madero  813-220-5201 andrew.madero@utrgv.edu
UTRGV Men's Soccer coaching staff will conduct an elite goalkeeper camp that will provide a snapshot of what it takes to compete at the college level. If you are between the ages of 9-19 you do not want to miss this amazing experience! This two-day camp will give each player a taste of what being a student-athlete is all about. Camp participants will train at the UTRGV Soccer Field and take part in two UTRGV Soccer sessions. miss this amazing experience! This two-day camp will give each player a taste of what being a student-athlete is all about. Camp participants will train at the UTRGV Soccer Field and take part in two UTRGV Soccer sessions. The camp will begin with registration at 5:45 pm and the camp will finish at 8:30 pm. Day One/Day Two : 6:15pm to 8:30pm To Register: https://camps.jumpforward.com/UTRGVMensSoccer/CampDetail/Index/16772

 

UTRGV Men's Soccer ELITE GOALKEEPER CLINIC SESSION 2 (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
7/28/22-7/29/22 3rd grade- 12th grade  Andrew Madero  813-220-5201 andrew.madero@utrgv.edu

UTRGV Men's Soccer coaching staff will conduct an elite skills camp that will provide a snapshot of what it takes to compete at the college level. If you are between the ages of 14-19 you do not want to miss this amazing experience! This two-day camp will give each player a taste of what being a student-athlete is all about. Camp participants will train at the UTRGV Soccer Field and take part in two UTRGV Soccer sessions. The camp will begin with registration at 5:45 pm and the camp will finish at 8:30 pm.  Day One/Day Two : 6:15pm to 8:30pm To register : https://camps.jumpforward.com/UTRGVMensSoccer/CampDetail/Index/16769

 

UTRGV Baseball Camp (Edinburg) 

Dates  Grade Level  Contact Name  Contact Phone Number  Contact Email address  
8/21/22  9th grade- 12th grade  Kyle Kilgo 956-665-3765 kyle.kilgo@utrgv.edu
This camp will evaluate the player's ability to field, throw, hit and run on the baseball field. To register: https://camps.jumpforward.com/UTRGVCamps/

There are currently no camps scheduled in the category for Summer 2022. 

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