Tech Savvy
Tech Savvy is a one-day conference tailored for girls in grades 6 to 9 and their parent(s), designed to inspire and encourage them in STEM fields. Registration is also open to interested boys. The students who attend Tech Savvy will experience exciting hands-on activities led by professional women in STEM fields. There will be a program for adults to learn more about working in the STEM fields, encouraging their children in STEM, and helping them to prepare for college or technical school.
Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CST
Registration
To register for this event and secure your spot, click the link below and complete the online registration form before Thursday, February 29, 2025. Our events tend to sell out quickly, so it's recommended to register as soon as possible. If the event is already sold out, you can choose to register for the waitlist at no charge. If a spot becomes available and you are next on the waitlist, you will receive an email notification. You will have three days (or less, as indicated in the email) to respond and accept the open spot.
We do NOT accept walk-up registrations at event check-in.
Student: $15
Parent/Mentor: $15
Included in the Fee: The student fee includes access to the workshop, lunch, a drawstring bag, and a t-shirt. The parent/mentor registration includes access to a workshop and lunch. Additionally, if a participant registers for the camp by Monday, March 31, 2025, they are guaranteed a t-shirt in their preferred size.
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8:00 |
Check-in and light breakfast (Hamilton Room, University Center) |
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8:30 |
Welcome and greeting from vice-chancellor |
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8:40 |
Walk to Hyland Hall |
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8:50 |
Keynote Address (Timmerman Auditorium) |
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9:20 |
Walk to Upham Science Hall |
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Students |
Parents/Mentors |
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9:30-10:25 |
Workshop #1 |
9:30-10:25 |
Parents attend workshop #1 with their student |
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10:30-11:25 |
Workshop #2 |
10:30-11:00 11:05-11:35 11:40-12:20 |
Parent session #1 Parent session #2 Parent session #3 |
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11:30-12:25 |
Workshop #3 |
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12:25 |
Walk to University Center |
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12:35 |
Lunch (Hamilton Room) |
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1:10 |
Closing remarks, evaluations, and door prizes |
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1:30-2:15 |
Optional Campus Tour |
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Student Workshops (choose 3)
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| 1 | Technology: Robotics
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Robotics 101: Build and Program a Robotic Hand
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| 2 | Forensic Science
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Bust Crimes with Technology
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| 3 | Meteorology
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Solving Weather Mysteries
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Only offered during Session 2 & 3 |
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| 4 | Biology: Genetics
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Wear Your Genes!
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| 5 | Chemistry
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Electrolyte Challenge: Juice versus Sports Drink
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| 6 | Biology: Medicine | Surgical Intern for a Day
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| 7 | Geology | Earthquakes, Volcanoes, and Landslides Natural Disaster Detectives | ||
| 8 | Civil Engineering
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Measure the Eiffel Tower with Surveying Tools
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| 9 | Physics
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Sun-Powered Racers: A Solar Car Building Adventure
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| 10 | Chemistry | Bath Bomb Chemistry
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Parent Sessions (Choose 3)
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| 1 | What Are the Differences among Engineering Specialties?
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| 2 | The Potential of Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities and Challenges
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| 3 | Explore Careers in Health Care
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| 4 | Your Kid Could Save the Planet: Exploring Sustainability Careers
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| 5 | The Future of IT Careers
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Registrants will be asked the following questions in the registration. Please have the information prior to registering:
Participant details: Legal first & last name, preferred first name, country, address, city, state, postal code, county, email, phone, pronouns, birth date, age at the time of the event, current grade, school attending, group/team you belong to, years of experience, how did you hear about this event, accommodations/comments
Health details: Health insurance carrier, will the registrant be taking any medication while attending, does the registrant have any conditions, other health issues/additional information, medication allergies (list), non-medication, dietary or other allergies (list), describe any limitations or restrictions, dietary preferences
Acknowledgments: I agree to the terms and conditions, I understand the refund/cancelation policy, I agree the deposit is non-refundable, minor arriving to campus via, I have reviewed the event Code of Conduct with my camper, I agree to the code of conduct, I agree to the field trip policy
Custodial guardian details (max 2, min 1): First & last name, phone number, email, can drop off, can pick up, is emergency contact, and relationship to the participant
Emergency/Authorized pick-up contacts (max 5, min 1): First & last name, phone number, email, can drop off, can pick up, is emergency contact, and relationship to the participant
Event Specific: Student t-shirt size, interested in a campus tour after the event, parent name, parent/mentor lunch, and student lunch
T-Shirt Size: Adult - Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL or 3XL Click to View Adult T-shirt Size Chart
Type of registrant: Student and parent attending, Student only attending, Parent/mentor only attending.
Boxed Lunch Options: Turkey, Ham, Roast Beef or Vegetarian. All sandwiches are offered on rustic ciabatta bread and include bottled water, chips, whole fruit, condiment packets, napkins, and disposable cutlery. Gluten-free option available.
No refunds are available for this event. All cancellation requests must be submitted to cesevents@uww.edu.
We reserve the right to cancel any event due to low enrollment; in this case, all fees paid will be refunded.
For participants who will be receiving a sponsorship to attend this event, please follow these steps to redeem your sponsorship:
- Register for the event and use the promo code provided by your sponsor during checkout.
- The sponsorship amount will be deducted from your invoice. Any remaining balance will be the participant's responsibility.
- If you need to cancel your registration, please note that the sponsorship funds will be returned to the supporting organization.
Please note that any qualifying discounts given by the event will not be applied after you have paid in full. Be sure to use the promo code during checkout to receive your discount. You will be charged if you do not qualify for the requested discount at the start of the event.
If a refund is issued due to overpayment on your account, a processing fee will be assessed.
If you have received an award or scholarship without a promo code or want to use two promo codes, please call Continuing Education Services at 262-472-3165 or email cesevents@uww.edu before registering to avoid overpayment fees.
Want to Sponsor a Registrant?
If you would like to sponsor a registrant and cover all or partial fees, you can request a promo code to give to your chosen registrant. Get more information about sponsoring a registrant.
Keynote Address
The Sky’s the Limit: How Passion Helps You Weather Life’s Storms
Amanda Morgan
Meteorologist, WMTV 15 News, Madison
How did it happen that Amanda grew from a shy, introverted girl to a TV weather woman? She has an amazing story about the power of focusing on her passion that enabled her to conquer the challenges life threw her way. And her message to you is the same…. focusing on your passion can help you conquer challenges, both academically and personally.
Amanda Morgan grew up in rural Minnesota. Her interest in nature and earth science started when she was young and blossomed into a curiosity about weather in high school. She followed that curiosity and earned a degree in Atmospheric and Oceanic Science at UW–Madison. She spent the first few years of her broadcast career in Rochester, Minnesota before returning to Madison to work at WMTV. She loves the Midwest for its wild range of weather; she has forecasted everything from blizzards and tornado outbreaks to tropical storms.
Preparing for Camp
Check-in will take place at the University Center in the Heide Hall.
Driving Directions
Parking
You will NOT need a permit to attend this event. More information on parking is on the Visitor Center website.
By registering for an event, you agree to our Registration Terms and Conditions. UW-Whitewater will hold all registrants responsible for their conduct. Serious misconduct or disruption will lead to immediate dismissal from event. Registrants dismissed from the event will not receive a refund. Please review the Terms and Conditions for more details.
Be aware that we recommend that all portable electronic devices be left at home, but ultimately it is your decision. We know that parents and children value the ability to be able to call each other at a moment's notice. For that reason, we do not prohibit cell phones at camp, but ask that cell phone use does not interfere with the event and other participants. Parents are responsible for setting clear guidelines for cell use with their child. We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items.
We receive many questions from registrants. We have prepared a page with answers to our frequently asked questions about registering and attending an event.
Thank you to our sponsors!
