University Student Taught Engineering Program
USTEP
When: Saturday-Sunday, February 20-21, 2021
Where: Online via Zoom
Who: All 6-8th graders are invited
Cost: Free!
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For more information see our Event Flyer
9:30 - 10:00 AM Opening Ceremony
10:00 - 10:50 AM Class Block 1
11:00 - 11:50 AM Class Block 2
12:00 - 12:50 PM Lunch Break
1:00 - 1:50 PM Class Block 3
What is USTEP?
USTEP (University Student Taught Engineering Program) is a fun-filled, educational outreach program for middle school students in the local Charlottesville community. The event will be hosted by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) at UVA. Middle schoolers will be able to have a one of kind experience taking classes taught by passionate UVA Engineering students.
Students will be able to take 3 classes they find interesting from our class catalog. Past topics include forensics, programming, rockets, and more!
Background
An event called Splash, held at universities all over the US, inspired us to create USTEP. Our ultimate goal is for students to be inspired by college students and get excited about learning new things, in a fun and stress-free environment. We hope you are interested and join us in our third annual USTEP event this year!
Event Schedule
Saturday, February 20th
10:00 - 10:50 AM Class Block 1
11:00 - 11:50 AM Class Block 2
12:00 - 12:50 PM Lunch Break
1:00 - 1:50 PM Class Block 3
2:00 - 2:30 PM Closing Ceremony
Sunday, February 21st
Other Questions/Information
Is the event open to all students or just girls?
Although USTEP is hosted by the Society of Women Engineers, this event is open to ALL students!
Are parents/supervisors needed at the event?
Each classroom will have many volunteers helping out, so unless there are technical difficulties, we will take care of everything!
Contact Information
For general outreach questions:
For specific USTEP questions and information:
Raeann Giannattasio: rmg2tf@virginia.edu
RIthika Kormath Anand: rk3yd@virginia.edu
Please reach out if you have any question or concerns!