Pre-College Summer Programs of Study
For further information on the academic tracks, other aspects of Summer Scholars, and to apply online, please visit our website: precollege.nd.edu.
Please visit Class Search (available October 28) for updated course information
School of Architecture - Career Discovery Program
Dean: Michael Lykoudis, Ph.D.
Dept. Tel.: (574) 631-6137
Two-week summer Program for high school students interested in Architecture.A two-week summer program for high school students who have completed their sophomore or junior year, to discover the nature of architecture, and to experience university life firsthand. The studies include studio classes in architectural design and construction, freehand drawing, and lectures on the history, theory, and practice of architecture.
College of Engineering - Career Discovery Program
Assistant Dean for Academic
Affairs:
Catherine F. Pieronek
College of Engineering
Dept. Tel.: (574) 631-5530
A noncredit course for high school students who have completed the junior year. A survey of the courses of study and career paths in aerospace, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering. An introduction to problem solving and computer programming through group projects. Trips to tour local and nearby industries, as examples of various engineering environments, are included.
Summer Scholars
Director: Allyssia J. Coates
Dept. Tel.: (574) 631-0990
July 9–July 20, 2012
A two-week summer program for high school students who have completed their sophomore or junior year and are serious about pursuing an academic opportunity at Notre Dame, to explore their interests in fields of study while in residence on the Notre Dame campus. Summer Scholars participants will have, to the extent possible, the full experience of a Notre Dame student: academic courses and fieldwork with some of Notre Dame's finest faculty members, as well as the residential, social, and spiritual connections that come with living in a residence hall. Academic tracks will be offered in the fields of entrepreneurship, film, Galileo, All Roads Lead to Rome, Brothers Karamozov, life sciences, literature, policy debate and public speaking, pre-law, pre-med, psychology, theatre, Research Computing Expeditions, and theology. Students will experience a variety of formats including interactive lectures, laboratory work, collaborative learning, computer and video material, group discussions, and field trips.
Students must apply for the academic track of their choice by February 15, 2012. Because enrollment will be limited to 10–30 students per track, early application is advised. Admissions decision letters will be mailed by April 15. Criteria for selection will include the student's academic and standardized testing record, involvement in extracurricular activities, personal essay, a guidance counselor report, and one letter of recommendation from a guidance counselor or current teacher.
For further information on the academic tracks, other aspects of Summer Scholars, and to apply online, please visit their website: precollege.nd.edu.
Cultural, Racial, and Scientific Discovery
Director: Allyssia J. Coates
Dept. Tel.: (574) 631-0990
July 23–July 27, 2012
More than just receiving a world class education, students at the University of Notre Dame are prepared to change the world. As one of 40 young scholars hosted at the University of Notre Dame this summer, you will be inspired to use your heart and mind to consider your role as a future leader - while learning more about this special University.
This Seminar is an opportunity for talented, enthusiastic, and open-minded students to be enriched through spirituality and intellectual curiosity. Explore the rich historical, political and spiritual legacy of African American culture - and delve into a variety of issues from Catholic Social Teaching, to the Challenges of Science; from Notre Dame in the Local Community to Notre Dame in Africa.
The Leadership Seminar provides a complete Notre Dame experience. You will stay in campus residence halls and have access to virtually all of the academic, recreational, and spiritual resources available to undergraduate students.
Global Issues-A Just Peace
Director: Allyssia J. Coates
Dept. Tel.: (574) 631-0990
July 23–July 27, 2012
Be one of 40 rising high school seniors engaged in a stimulating one-week exploration of the future challenges facing young leaders.
Through a series of lectures by distinguished faculty, group discussions and collaborative projects, this seminar identifies contemporary challenges to the establishment of justice and a sustainable peace in a world being transformed by the processes of "globalization". We do so, students and faculty working together, by viewing a host of issues - including terrorism, governmental corruption and structural violence, systematic violations of human rights, religious and ethnic conflict, environmental degradation and resource wars, and nuclear arms proliferation - through the lens of Catholic social teaching. We ask, further, how the principles of social justice must be developed and adapted to address these new challenges.
Global Issues-A Just Peace also provides a complete Notre Dame experience. Students stay in campus residence halls and have access to virtually all of the academic, recreational, and spiritual resources available to undergraduate students.
Identity and Social Integration
Director: Allyssia J. Coates
Dept. Tel.: (574) 631-0990
July 23–July 27, 2012
As one of 40 young scholars hosted at the University of Notre Dame next summer, you will be inspired to address the issues of social change as a future leader.
This seminar addresses the issues of identity and social change and how individual, institutional and social inequity manifest in society. Students will explore the rich historical, intellectual, artistic and spiritual legacies of the Latino culture and analyze a variety of issues through the lens of Catholic social teaching. Students will learn how greater understanding of identity will develop deeper insight into working effectively as leaders with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds.
The Leadership Seminar also provides a complete Notre Dame experience. Students stay in campus residence halls and have access to virtually all of the academic, recreational, and spiritual resources available to undergraduate students at Notre Dame. If you are accepted into this special program, all expenses—including transportation to and from Notre Dame—will be paid by the University.