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Pre-College Academies for Northwoods 9th, 10th graders coming to Nicolet

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September 8, 2012
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Fun-filled, hands-on activities await Northwoods 9th and 10th graders enrolling in any of the three upcoming Pre-College Academies coming to Nicolet College. The Environmental Science Academy will kick off the series in late September and October, followed by Engineering and Health Sciences academies in January and February.

The Environmental Science Academy will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays, Sept. 22 and 29 and Oct. 6, 13 and 20.

Working in small teams, students will learn about and collect invasive species, sample water quality, watch scientists shock a stream to analyze fish populations, and shoot video of the above activities. Students will then produce a digital video on how to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species in the Northwoods. In the process students will learn about science careers and develop their skills in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

The Engineering Academy will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23.

Students in the Engineering Academy will learn the engineering design process to define, build, and test solutions to a variety of engineering problems. Projects will teach students how to apply math and science skills and demonstrate the importance of communication when working as an engineer. They’ll explore careers in the aerospace, electrical, manufacturing, architectural and mechanical engineering fields.

The Health Sciences Academy will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23.

Those in the Health Occupations Academy will learn about and practice a wide variety of basic medical procedures on Nicolet’s new, high-tech patient simulator known as Meti-Man. This state-of-the-art, computerized mannequin can re-create hundreds of medical scenarios. Students will use critical thinking skills to work through different medical situations in a safe learning environment.

“Everything is designed around hands-on activities that are fun for students,” said Teri Phalin, PK-16 Admissions coordinator at Nicolet. “They’ll learn a wide variety of skills that will help them succeed in high school and also be better prepared academically when they start college. It’s also a great way for students to explore careers in these fields.”

Tuition for each academy is $487, however, a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction will cover all tuition costs for students who are eligible for free and reduced lunch. Nicolet will provide transportation to and from campus from various community meeting points in the Northwoods.

For more information on any of the academies listed below, call Phalin at Nicolet’s PK-16/Admissions Office at (715) 365-4464 or (800) 544-3039, ext. 4464, or email tphalin@nicoletcollege.edu.

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