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Avium Summer Experience

ASE Partner Institutions

Avium LLC logo with windmills in backgrounds
Green hydrogen is made from renewable electricity and water. Avium technology has the potential to dramatically improve the economics for green hydrogen production. This will enable the rapid introduction of green hydrogen to the supply chain for use in vehicles, industry and electrical power grids.
Avium, LLC.- Harnessing the Power of Hydrogen
Entrance to Peaslee Technical Institute
Peaslee Tech is a technical training center located in Lawrence, Kansas and is the largest Kansas-based provider of apprenticeship programs. We are a catalyst for economic growth providing technical training to a diverse community of learners to meet the current and emerging needs of our communities and employers.
Dwayne Peaslee Technical Training Center- We Build Careers
Flowchart of CEBC scientific approaches
The CEBC seeks sustainable chemical discoveries at the frontiers of science and engineering. We strive to protect the planet, promote prosperity, and enrich scholarship through a culture of inclusion.
KU Center for Environmentally Beneficial Catalysis
Urban TEC delivers Science, Technology, Engineering,
Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) lab activities that provide hands-on engaging activities for middle and high school students. Programs include Artificial Intelligence, Drones, Virtual Reality, and eSports. For adult learners, Urban TEC offers workforce development training towards certifications in careers such as cybersecurity, networking, and Microsoft Office.
Urban TEC- Building A Better Future For Urban Communities

2025 Important Dates

Feb.15
Application Deadline
Mar. 15
Applicants Notified of Acceptance
June 1-4
Avium Summer Experience @ KU
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Avium Summer Experience (ASE) Program Details

  • ASE is a 3-day residential camp where students will rotate between the three partner sites (Avium, Peaslee Tech, and KU CEBC) in Lawrence, KS.
  • Each day, students will participate in hands-on science and engineering activities and learn about available programs at the 3 partners.
  • Participants will receive a $500 stipend and travel reimbursement within 100 miles from Lawrence Kansas. Meals and housing will be covered by KU during from June 1-4, 2025. 
  • Get a jump start on your future education and/or career with ASE! 

 

The program in Summer 2025 will be held: June 1-4, 2025

Rising 11th and 12th grade high school students (Summer 2025 cohort will include the graduating classes of 2026 and 2027) who live less than 100 miles from the University of Kansas and who have an interest in engineering, chemistry, machinery, robotics, and/or sustainability. Students who are not sure what they want to do after high school (workforce, vocational school, or college), are particularly encouraged to apply.  

You will need to write a ~250 word essay explaining the student's interests in the ASE program and how participating will help you achieve your goals, along with basic contact information. Parents/ Guardians and student participants will need to review the KU Campus Policy Regarding Minors on Campus and complete and sign the Waiver and Release Form (required) and Photo Release (optional) and upload to the application portal. A Waiver and Release Form is required prior to acceptance to the ASE Program.

Applications are due February 15, 2025. Selected students will be notified of their selection by March 15, 2025.

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