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K-12 Outreach

The Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics division strives to develop connections with area schools in order to foster a better understanding of engineering technology education opportunities. In addition to participating in various high school events, the STEM division also participates in the following K-12 Outreach activities:


Air Camp:

The Aviation Technology department participates in the annual Air Camp summer event. Air Camp is a week-long summer camp to introduce middle school students to the world of aviation. As noted on their website, www.aircampusa.com, the purpose of Air Camp "is (to) inspire students to new heights of scholarship, leadership and citizenship while they experience the thrill of flight and study the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) of aviation and aeronautics.


FlexFactor:

Through a consortium of higher education institutions, Sinclair College is working to address the need for a more highly skilled workforce; one that is adaptive, technical, and that has automation-era skillsets. The FlexFactor program, by NextFlex, is the collaborative technology and entrepreneurship program, funded by the Department of Defense, that will allow youth to discover the value of a career in advanced manufacturing.

A 5-8 week program that immerses high school students in the world of advanced manufacturing and encourages them to consider a career in STEM!

FlexFactor is a guided curriculum that can be embedded into any academic classroom, with support provided by a FlexFactor Project Manager and industry partners.

To request more information about introducing FlexFactor into your school or community,
contact Julie Huckaba, FlexFactor Project Manager, at 937-478-2463 or
via email at julie.huckaba@sinclair.edu or FlexFactor@sinclair.edu


Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Partipation (LSAMP) Program

  • The LSAMP program is dedicated to helping minority STEM students on their quest for an Associates’, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate (Ph.D.) degree.
  • In order to be eligible to participate in The Ohio LSAMP Alliance, students must:
    • Be an underrepresented minority as described by the LSAMP Program Description (African American, Hispanic, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, Native Pacific Islander)
    • Be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. or its possessions
    • Be enrolled at a participating institution in an undergraduate major in a STEM discipline
    • Participates of the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Program

2024-2025 Enrollment Form - Click HERE!

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Sinclair LSAMP Summer Bridge Institute

Thank you for your interest in the 2024 LSAMP Summer Bridge Institute, this event is over but please check back for updates about the 2025 LSAMP Summer Bridge Insitute.

Check out the Ohio Alliance LSAMP website or visit the Sinclair LSAMP website.


Manufacturing Day:

~Save the date!~

Friday, October 3, 2025

Manufacturing Day is an annual event hosted at Sinclair Community College in collaboration with FastLane for students who participate in the FlexFactor program. This event occurs on the first Friday of October.

Attendees are given a brief introduction to the various manufacturing programs offered in Sinclair’s Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) through interactive demonstrations and presentations on Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, CNC Machining, Industrial Robotics & Automation, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Unmanned Aerial Systems, and Welding.

 

For more information, contact Julie Huckaba with FlexFactor at 937-478-2463.


STEM Open House:

 

Save the Date!

Saturday, April 5, 2025

 

Are you ready for an outstanding educational experience that will propel your entry into an exciting career in STEM? Join us at the Dayton campus for Sinclair’s STEM Open House. Learn about the 93 exciting programs offered by Sinclair’s Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Division, and find out how Sinclair will prepare you for a successful career in Aviation, Manufacturing, Robotics, Automotive, Biology, Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Science and more!

At the STEM Open House, you will:

  • Meet faculty
  • See lab and equipment demonstrations
  • Learn more about the enrollment process
  • Tour classrooms and labs
  • Hear about internship and employment opportunities

Registration will open closer to the event, please check back for updates.

For more information, contact Seaira Scholes at 937-512-2918.


STEM Exploration Day:

(Formerly Engineering & Technologies Day)

Provide your students an opportunity to see and experience the thrilling world of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) by attending STEM Exploration Day! This event hosted by Sinclair College will provide students with an exhilarating day of learning about STEM career opportunities and visiting labs in STEM disciplines. Help your students see themselves in STEM!

Dates: November 8, 2024 & January 31, 2025

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Location: Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402, Building 11, Fourth floor

Highlights of the event include:

  • Interactive Demonstrations: Students will be able to roll up their sleeves and dive into hands-on activities that bring STEM concepts to life.
  • College Discovery: Gain insight from college experts on why choosing Sinclair College is the best option for your students and get information about financial aid and scholarship opportunities within STEM programs of study.
  • Career Exploration: Students will discover the vast array of career opportunities available in the ever-evolving and growing world of STEM.
  • Lunch: Complimentary lunch provided to all attendees.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to ignite your students’ passion for STEM and embark on a journey of discovery that could shape the trajectory of their academic and professional endeavors here at STEM Exploration Day!

***Each school may bring up to 40 students (split into 2 groups of 20) to STEM Exploration Day. Each group must have a chaperone.***

Registration for these events have CLOSED however if you wish to be added to a waitlist, please contact Seaira Scholes

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For more information, contact Seaira Scholes at 937-512-2918.


Women in STEM Summer Institute:

This week-long camp enables females in grades 10-12 to explore the different areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics that are represented in the STEM division.

Thank you for your interest in the 2024 WiSTEM Summer Institute, this event is over but please check back for updates about the 2025 WiSTEM Summer Institute.

For additional information about the WiSTEM Summer Institute visit the WiSTEM webpage, or contact Sarah Finich at 937-512-3184 or Amanda Duselis at 937-512-4861