Women of Mathematics and Computing (WOMAC) Camp

Camp Description:
Synopsis:
This camp is a one-day introduction into the fields of mathematics and computing for young women. There will be two core foci that the participant will be introduced to, both a mathematical focus and a computing focus. Our organization hopes to inspire and promote the participation of young women in these female under-represented fields.
Date and Time:
November 11, 2006, from 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Science Building at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point Campus.
Website: http://www.uwsp.edu/stuorg/womac/

Math Core Description:
Campers will get to explore mathematics’ fun side and see the how math relates to nature.

Computer Core Description:
Campers will explore using the computer as a tool, instead of just a resource. The focus will pertain to but is not limited to: beginning photo manipulation, web design and creation, and beginning computer usage.

Fee:
The camp is charging a $25.00 fee, payable to WOMAC. This fee will be refunded to the parent or guardian once the feedback form has been filled out and sent back to WOMAC. The feedback form will be presented to the campers at the end of the night. WOMAC does not expect the form to be filled out the day that the camp is held. However, once we receive the form we will send a check refunding the $25.00, back to the parent / guardian.

Other:
Lunch will be provided for the campers.

Contact Information:
E-Mail : Women.In.Mathematics.And.Computing@uwsp.edu
Website : http://www.uwsp.edu/stuorg/womac/
Phone Number : (715) 346 - 4976





WOMAC Camp

Student Participant Application

Personal Information about the Participant:____________________________________________________

 

                  
Name: ________________________________         Telephone: ____________________________________

Address: ______________________________         E-Mail: ______________________________________          

City, State, ZIP_________________________
Grade in School Next Year________________
Birth date (mm/dd/yy)____________________

 

Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________   Telephone: ______________________________________

Address: _________________________________  E-Mail: _________________________________________

City, State, ZIP: ____________________________________________________________________________

 

Ethnic background (voluntary), used to enhance our programming efforts.

 American Indian or Alaskan Native

 Asian or Pacific Islander

 Black (African American, not of Hispanic origin)

 Hispanic

 White (not of Hispanic origin)

 

Formal Computing & Mathematics Education:_________________________________________________
(Most recent first. Start with plans for next year if you intend to take a computer or math class.)

Course Title or Content Description                               Year Taken                                            Grade Level

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Informal Computing Education:

Does your family own a home computer? (Yes or No)

How many hours do you spend using the computer each week? _________
How would you describe your level of computer experience?
 Very experienced.
 Somewhat experienced
 Little experience

 No experience

 

Briefly describe your typical home computer use. (None is an acceptable answer.)

 

 

 

 

All participants:

Describe any Mathematics or Computer camps you have attended, Mathematics or Computer clubs to which you have belonged, etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefly describe what you expect to gain from attending the WOMAC Camp.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transportation:

Would you need assistance to be able to attend this camp?    _____________________________

 

 

Fee:______________________________________________________________________________________

 

Please remember to include a $25.00 check payable to WOMAC. Please do not send cash.

 

Applicant Signature: ______________________________________________________ Date: _____________

 

Parent / Guardian Signature: ________________________________________________ Date: _____________
_________________________________________________________________________________________

Applications received after October 31, 2006 will receive consideration if space remains. The confirmation notification will be sent 3 - 4 days after the deadline. We have facilities for approximately 15 campers.

Please send completed application to:

Dr. Susan Talarico, Advisor
ATTN: WOMAC CAMP
Department of Mathematics and Computing
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI 54481
E-mail: stalaric@uwsp.edu

 


Itinerary

 

 

 

9:00

 

Registration Starts

9:30

 

Go Over Guidelines

9:45 - 12:00

 

First Core Segment

12:00 - 1:00

 

Lunch / Social Hour

Outside Activity

1:00 - 3:30

 

Second Core Segment

3:30 - 4:00

 

Outside Activity

4:00 - 4:30

 

Reception

 

 

                                        


Picture Release Form

I, ________________________(print parent’s name), hereby grant permission to the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point to use my child’s photograph on the World Wide Web or in other official university publications without further consideration, and I accept the university's right to treat the photograph at its judgment. I also accept that the university may choose not to use my photo at this time, but may do so at its own at a later date.

Parent’s Signature: ____________________________

Date:  ____________________________

WOMAC Camp – Internet Release Form

 

At the WOMAC camp, your child will be using the Internet to either do research or to complete her assigned projects.

We need your permission to allow your child to use the Internet. The Internet is unrestricted at the University of WisconsinStevens Point campus. Your child has access to all websites. 

Your child will be supervised by a camp staff member during her internet use.

****************************************************************

I, ________________________ (print parent’s name), hereby grant permission to the University of WisconsinStevens Point to allow my child to use the Internet. I understand that the Internet is unrestricted.

I, ________________________ (print student’s name), understand that the Internet is unrestricted. I will not attempt to locate material on the Internet that is not directly related to course work.
Student’s Signature: ____________________________
Parent’s Signature: _____________________________

Date:  _______________________________________