Press Release For Immediate Release

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Arizona Science Center and SARSEF Collaborate to Bring CAMP INNOVATION Summer Camps to Tucson's Youth

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Tucson, Arizona – June 12, 2023 – Arizona Science Center and Southern Arizona Research, Science and Engineering Foundation (SARSEF) are delighted to announce their partnership in providing CAMP INNOVATION, a series of week-long STEM camps, to hundreds of students across Tucson, Arizona - Thanks to the generous funding received from Governor Katie Hobbs' office.

Under the leadership of Julie Euber, CEO of SARSEF, the CAMP INNOVATION summer camps will be held from June 12 to August 4, 2023. Open to students in grades 4-5 and 6-8, these camps will be hosted at various locations throughout Tucson, Arizona, ensuring accessibility and convenience for participants.

“We're thrilled to partner with the Arizona Science Center and receive funding from Governor Katie Hobbs' office, which has made it possible for us to bring CAMP INNOVATION to Arizona's youth this summer across Tucson, Arizona”, said Julie Euber, SARSEF CEO. “These week-long STEM camps offer hands-on learning, developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. The intention is for students to get the opportunity to engage with a diversity of STEM topics, with weeks themed by the partner organization hosting the camp. Together with our partners, we're shaping a brighter future for Arizona's young minds.”

Throughout the summer, SARSEF will collaborate with various partner organizations to provide engaging and interactive camps, with each week being uniquely themed based on the hosting partner. This thematic approach will enable students to explore different areas of STEM, fostering curiosity and encouraging a deeper understanding of the subjects.

Participants will have the chance to immerse themselves in a wide range of topics, including robotics, coding, environmental science, astronomy, and more. Through hands-on activities, experiments, and collaborative projects, students will not only gain knowledge but also develop crucial skills that will prepare them for future careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

“The partnership between Arizona Science Center and SARSEF is a fantastic opportunity to bring CAMP INNOVATION to more of Arizona's youth. We are grateful for the support from the State of Arizona for prioritizing the summer learning of young people in Tucson and beyond,” said Guy Labine, the Hazel A. Hare President and Chief Executive Officer of Arizona Science Center. 

Registration for CAMP INNOVATION summer camps is now open and limited.

In case of high demand, registrants will have the option to be placed on a waitlist for additional weeks, ensuring that as many students as possible can benefit from this unique educational opportunity.

For more information and to register for CAMP INNOVATION summer camps, please visit Sarsef.org.

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About Arizona Science Center

The mission of Arizona Science Center is to inspire, educate, and engage curious minds through science. The Center, located at 600 E. Washington Street in downtown Phoenix, features more than 300 hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, a range of interactive online science content, the state-of-the-art Dorrance Planetarium, and the five-story Irene P. Flinn Giant Screen Theater, exciting science programs for people of all ages. CREATE at Arizona Science Center®, adjacent to the main building, is a 6,500-square-foot community maker space that provides workshops, including 3D printing, laser cutting, woodworking, and sewing. Arizona Science Center offers programs for all ages, including CAMP INNOVATION, Teen programs, Professional Development and Learning for Educators, and so much more. To learn more or to reserve tickets, visit azscience.org or call 602.716.2000.

About SARSEF

SARSEF was formed in 1955 in an effort to increase student interest in the field of science. The mission of SARSEF is to engage Arizona’s Pre-K-12 grade students in critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they participate in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) through inquiry-based learning and research. 

SARSEF accomplishes this mission through a variety of programming including a high school mentoring program, the STAR Lab, SARSEF Fair Week, educational outreach programs with an emphasis on underrepresented populations in the sciences, teacher professional development, ACES Camp for Middle School girls, Racing the Sun, and Arizona STEM Adventure.  

To learn more about SARSEF programs and how students, teachers, and families can get involved, visit sarsef.org 

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