Computer Camp for Girls
The Summer 2007 Camp
Details on the Camp
- Open to girls entering grades 7 through 10.
- Explore computer technology in a supportive, relaxed environment.
- Held at Saint Vincent College on June 13 and 14, 9:00 am through 4:30 pm.
- Utilizes the Computing & Information Science Department Lab.
- Space is limited. The first 18 applicants will be accepted into the program.
- Tuition: $30.
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Quotes from Girls at a Previous Camp
- I loved this. The people...were great.
- I think this was a great experience...
- I really enjoyed working with HTML and the web pages.
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Why an All Girl Computer Camp?
Simply stated, there is a shortage of women pursing technology careers in engineering and
computer science. Less than 20% of undergraduate degrees in engineering and computer science
go to women. There are many theories as to why this occurs, but most agree that girls tend to
shy away from science and math starting in their middle school years.
At Saint Vincent, we would like to give young women, in these crucial years of development,
a chance to explore computer technology in a supportive and relaxed environment. It is our hope
that they will walk away from this camp with a greater understanding of this discipline and an
increased sense of confidence in themselves.
What to Expect
- The camp will include instruction and hands-on work in the following areas:
- Essential file manipulations in the Windows operating system.
- Design and creation of a personalized web page using HTML.
- Visual BASIC programming.
- Design and manipulation of a database using Microsoft Access.
- Build an animation in a virtual world.
- The $30 tuition covers both days. Included each day are lunch, snack, instructional materials,
and the use of available Saint Vincent recreational facilities during breaks.
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Official Notes
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