VI Writing Project
June 24 to July 17
Apply by April 16
STT & STX
vcombie@uvi.edu
(340) 692-4126 | The Virgin Islands Writing Project’s Summer Institute caters to teachers in all disciplines who would like to improve their ability to include writing in all classes. The 2013 Summer Institute will focus on the Common Core. Learn more . . . |
Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE)
June 17 to July 27
Apply by Feb 28
STT & STX
ecs@myuvi.net
(340) 693-1249 | The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) is an eight week non-residential research program open to UVI students majoring in science, mathematics or engineering. Through a competitive selection process, students will be chosen and paired with faculty members doing research in an area of interest to the student. Each participant will receive a stipend of $2,500 for the summer. Students will be required to present work at the Summer Research Symposium. Learn more . . . |
Summer Sophomore Research Institute (SSRI)
June 16 to July 27
Apply by Feb 28
STT
ecs@myuvi.net
(340) 693-1249 | The Summer Sophomore Research Institute (SSRI) is a six week, residential program open to rising sophomores or rising juniors. Participants in the SSRI program, SSRI Fellows, will work with faculty on a research project. In addition, fellows in the SSRI program will be exposed to workshops on research methods, performing library research, computer and internet resources, service learning, and how to present research through poster and oral presentations. Students will be required to present work at the Summer Research Symposium. Learn more . . . |
Math Behind the Science summer bridge program
June 17 to July 27
Apply by May 15
STT
ecs@myuvi.net
(340) 693-1249 | Mathematics Behind the Science is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) college preparation program that serves students who have completed grade 12 and will enter university as freshmen in the fall, or students already attending UVI who have successfully completed MAT 024. It is intended to serve as a bridge between high school curriculum and expectations at university. Mathematics Behind the Science a residential program. St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix students may reside in the dorms on the St. Thomas campus. Learn more . . . |
Coral Reef Discovery Week
July 22 to July 26
Apply by June 24
STT
mbrandt@uvi.edu
(340) 693-1376 | This fun week long field-intensive course exposes local high school students age 14-19 yrs to the world of marine science & conservation, and natural resource management issues in the Caribbean. Space is limited; students must complete application package and be able to swim. Learn more . . . |
Summer School Credit Recovery Program
(self paced online courses)
STT, STX, & STJ
Rolling Admission
cell@uvi.edu
(340) 693-1100 | Need to make up credits or retake a course to improve your GPA? The UVICELL Center now offers an online alternative to help you keep on track to earn your high school diploma. The Summer School Credit Recovery Program features courses in high school mathematics, science and language arts. These nationally accredited courses can be completed in 4 weeks. Learn more . . . |
Summer Bridge Program
June 23 to July 26
Apply by March 31
STX
swiltsh@live.uvi.edu
(340) 692-4236
STT
jpalmer1@uvi.edu
(340) 693-1196 | Bridge students jump-start their college careers by gaining an advantage over the typical freshman enrollee. How? Bridge participants will prepare themselves to excel on college placement exams. Participants will live on either the St. Croix or St. Thomas campus and will take courses in critical reading, writing and mathematics supplemented by electives. Weekends are designated for field trips! Learn more . . . |
Certificate in Global Leadership Development
May 13 to May 27
Apply by March 1
STT
gogunmo@uvi.edu
(340) 220-1150 | Given that effective leadership is vital for running any organization successfully, the BUS 400/BUS 540 course is designed to provide training and education from a multi-discipline perspective to equip current and future leaders anywhere in the world who are passionate about making a difference. The intensive course is designed for students and workers in any area of the following disciplines: business, education, liberal arts, social science, nursing, science, mathematics, psychology, social sciences, tourism and hospitality, social work, public administration, communication, etc. Depending on enrollment, this program may be video conferenced to St. Croix. Learn more . . . |
4-H Summer Academy
| The Cooperative Extension Service's 4-H Summer Academy 2013 focuses on academic excellence and social/emotional development considering the needs of the whole child. This five-week enrichment program for enthusiastic learners, ages 5-14, offers a wide range of activities to enhance critical thinking skills, problem solving techniques, and creativity. Participants have an opportunity to probe a wide variety of subjects; including visual arts, mathematics, science, reading, language arts, public speaking, and computer technology. Additionally, they will be able to select activities including field trips and outdoor recreation, nutrition education, clothing construction, personal development, and a youth entrepreneurial program known as Mini-Society®. Learn more . . . |
Intellect to STEM (ITS) Summer Enrichment Institute
June 20 to July 3
Apply by May 1
STX
(340) 692-4157 | UVI's ITS Summer Enrichment Institute is open to students currently in Grades 6 to 11 who have interest in and enthusiasm for STEM (science, technology, engineering or mathematics). Make your robot and program it to do exciting things. Use Netlogo to make animated designs and generate games…all by utilizing mathematics and ideas in science while programming the computer. Learn more . . . |