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Tech Trek Camp – Whittier College

February 3, 2022

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Through hands-on problem solving and encounters with women role models in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), AAUW Tech Trek helps girls see their futures while having nonstop fun. This one-week summer camp is backed by AAUW’s  research and designed to make STEM fields exciting and accessible to girls in middle school — the age when girls’ participation in these fields statistically drops. For many girls, the week long camp sparks their curiosity and places them on a path toward success.

AAUW of California member Marie Wolbach founded Tech Trek in 1998 with the help of an  AAUW Community Action Grant . Today AAUW Tech Trek operates at 22 different sites around the nation. A 2013 survey of AAUW Tech Trek alumnae from California demonstrates the program’s lasting effects on many levels, including interest and confidence in STEM fields, decision to pursue those fields, and future career plans.

AAUW Tech Trek alumnae surpass the national average in most advanced math and science courses:

Girls learn about STEM careers that align with their passions and help them solve big problems:

Find AAUW Tech Trek near You

Camps are held in the summer at campuses around the country. All campers are nominated by their seventh-grade math and science teachers. Girls then apply and are selected by a committee. Visit the camp pages below to learn more about getting involved at the local level

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Long Beach (CA) Branch

Valarie Armstrong, Chair

Tech Trek is a one-week residential summer camp for rising eighth graders which was founded in 1998 with start-up funds from an AAUW Educational Foundation Community Action Grant. The camp was designed to encourage young women to continue studying science and math in middle school and beyond. An AAUW Educational Foundation research report, “Shortchanging Girls, Shortchanging America,” indicated that young women tended to drop out of these courses during the middle school years.

Each campership is paid by AAUW Long Beach through donations from its members.  If you would like to make a tax-deductible contribution for Tech Trek, please email AAUW Long Beach at [email protected] for more information.

Tech Trek’s goals are:

• to encourage young women of all backgrounds who are entering 8th grade to take math and science courses each year throughout high school
• to motivate these students to attend college
• to inspire young women to consider careers in science, technology, engineering or math

The selection process begins with the Tech Trek committee identifying Title I schools in the Long Beach Unified School District for candidates.  The school’s principal is then notified of the program and requested to provide the name(s) of science and/or math teachers who would act as a focal point.  The teacher then recommend girls who would benefit from our camp.  The girls are requested to write a two-page essay detailing why they would like to attend our camp.  The committee members interview the nominated girls.  We then meet to determine our nominees and alternatives for camp.

January 2023

Celebrating 25 years of tech trek valerie armstrong, tech trek branch coordinator.

The student Tech Trek panelists were, from left, Alexis Cayamanda, Jacqueline Connell, Nayely Perez, Abbie Gonzalez, Mary Martinez, Terina Faleono, Mia Urena, Westyn Transfiguracion, and Madeline Ramos.

AAUW Long Beach we honored former Tech Trek campers and their parents at the LBCC Planetarium on Saturday, January 7 th , from 10:00 a.m. – noon. The Planetarium was a perfect setting for an event that celebrates young women who are interested in STEM fields. Many thanks to Ginny Baxter for obtaining this wonderful venue!

Our branch has sent 96 young women to Tech Trek since 1998. This would not have been possible without the generous donations from our members. The January 7 th meeting was our Annual Tech Trek Fundraiser, and we hope to send 12 students to camp at UCSB or Whittier College this summer. The price of attending camp is expected to go up this year. UCSB is asking for $1150 per camper and Whittier College is requesting $1200 per camper. This is a price increase of $250 – $300 per camper, so donations are very important this year.

If you would like to donate, checks should be made out to: AAUW – CA SPF with Tech Trek Long Beach on the memo line. By donating to the SPF fund, your donation will be tax deductible. Checks should be mailed to Tech Trek Treasurer Linda Patten.

Tech Trek is a unique opportunity for middle school girls to experience a week of college life while participating in hands-on STEM lessons and activities. We should be proud of our branch for providing this opportunity to 96 deserving students since 1998.  For more information, please contact Valerie Armstrong.

The Long Beach Grunion Gazette Article can be found HERE .

September 2022

After a two-year hiatus, Long Beach student experienced wonderful programs onsite at UC Santa Barbara and Whittier College. Three students from Muir Academy and two students from Hamilton Middle School completed a lengthy application process, which included proof of vaccination and a negative COVID test upon arrival at camp. All five had an unforgettable experience and wrote about their favorite activities in thoughtful thank you notes.

Campers at Whittier College took project-based classes in Biology, Architecture, Anatomy, Computer Science, and ­­­­­­Forensic Science. Following their classes, they attended workshops on Polymers, Paleontology, and the Science of Cosmetics. Field trips included the Columbia Memorial Space Center in Downey and a cadaver lab in Whittier.  Activities continued into the evening with career presentations from professional women and college readiness information. Camp Director Judy Pfeil and her assistant, branch member Tobi Balma, did an outstanding job of organizing these programs.

Students who attended the UC Santa Barbara camp attended classes in Aerospace, Robotics, and Forensic Science. Field trips included a boat excursion where the students saw pods of dolphins.

Although AAUW Long Beach approved nine students for Tech Trek, three could not meet the vaccination requirement and one experienced the death of a grandparent shortly before camp. The vaccination requirement was clearly stated in the application and discussed in the students’ interviews.

The Tech Trek Committee will begin contacting schools by the end of September. We’re looking forward to selecting our next group of outstanding campers.

Thank you letters from our Campers:

Kaylee Cruz. Hamilton

Alexis Cayamanda, Muir

Westyn Ava Transfiguracion, Muir

Julissa Lopez, Hamilton

September 2021 

As a result of concerns regarding COVID-19 and the impact of directives from national, state and local leaders, AAUW California held a virtual Tech Trek program this summer.

AAUW Long Beach invited 18 students from Muir Academy and Hamilton Middle School to attend the virtual program. These students were recommended by their science or math teach- ers. The students from Muir Academy were selected for Tech Trek in 2020, but the camp was cancelled due to COVID-19. Of those 18 students, two students persevered through the online application process and attended the 5-day camp, which was conducted via Zoom.

The camp was centered on a morning project-based robotics/engineering/coding class that met daily. After lunch, the campers heard from inspirational women for an hour, then participated in one or more 90-minute interactive science, technology, engineering, and math work- shops. They had the option to return for evening workshops which in- cluded social activities or parent sessions.

Genesis Hernandez, an 8th grader at Muir Academy in West Long Beach, enjoyed the virtual program. “I think my favorite thing about Tech Trek had to be the guest speakers. I loved how they talked about their struggles and how they overcame them without giving up.”

LaPalma-Cerritos (CA) Branch

Tech trek/stem –  celia spitzer – edna ethington, 2022 whittier tech trek camp by tobi balma, whittier tech trek assistant director.

AAUW CA Tech Trek is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) camp designed to develop interest, excitement, and self-confidence in young women who will enter eighth grade in the fall. It features hands-on activities in STEM-related fields.  The girls live on campus for one week in a dorm. The week is packed with instructional and recreational activities.

This year the branch Tech Trek committee selected two girls to attend the AAUW Tech Trek Camp at Whittier College from June 19 to June 25.

Lyanne from Ross Middle School

Kristen from Walker Jr.High

The girls joined 82 other middle school girls from Southern California.  All campers  lived in dorm groups composed of 10 campers and an AAUW member Dorm Mom.  They were busy from early morning until bedtime.

Campers were randomly selected for one STEM core class which they attended Monday -Thursday mornings.  Classes this year included Anatomy , Architecture, Biology, Crime Scene Investigation and Robotics.

Afternoons and evenings were spent with workshops, lectures, and recreational activities. One evening was devoted to a special “Professional Women’s Night” where the girls got to spend time with six women with STEM Careers.  Field trips this year included the Downey Memorial Soace Center and a Cadaver Lab in Whittier.

Celia Spitzer, Lyanne G., Tobi Balma and Kristen V., credit Edna Ethington

Our two Campers attended our September branch meeting and discussed  their experience.  They brought Poster board displays to share with branch members.  Tobi Balma moderated  Additionally, 2017 Naima D. attend and provided spoke about the positive effect Tech Trek made on her life.  We congratulate her as she embarks on her college experience at Stanford.  2017 Tech Trek grad Isabella R. was  unable to attend as she was moving into her dorm at UCLA.  Tech Trek definitely changes lives in a very positive way!

Naima D., Ross Teacher Maria Scheid & Lyanne G., credit Edna Ethington

Naima D.,Celia Spitzer, Lyanne G, Tobi B, & Kristen V., credit Edna Ethington

The two girls we sponsored for Tech Trek 2022 who attended camp at Whittier College in June were recently recognized by their school districts and, in the case of the Walker student, by the City of La Palma.  Kristen V., an eighth grader at Walker Jr. High, was recognized on October 13 at a meeting of the Anaheim Union High School District board and on October 4 at a meeting of the La Palma City Council.  Lyanne, an eighth grader at Ross Middle School in the ABCUSD, was recognized on November 1 at a meeting of the ABCUSD board.  Both girls gave presentations about their experiences at Tech Trek.  Past branch Tech Trek co-coordinator Edna Ethington attended the meetings with Kristen and branch president Celia attended the ABC meeting with Lyanne.  Tobi Balma attended the two school district meetings to facilitate the girls’ presentations.  Photos of the events follow.

Tobi, Celia and Lyanne at ABCUSD meeting.

La Palma City Council meeting honoring  Kristen V. with Edna.

Anaheim Union HSD meeting honoring Kristen V. with Tobi.

2021 Virtual Tech Trek

For those of you who were unable to attend our September General meeting, you missed a wonderful presentation by our four Tech Trek girls.  They described their experience at AAUW California Virtual Tech Trek in July and brought their “wearable tech” for “show and tell.”  We all should be ver y proud of having provided the Tech Trek opportunity for them.

Congratulations to Sophia Chicas, “Viking of the Year” at Walker Jr. High School!

By Edna Ethington

The La Palma-Cerritos Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) recently sent four outstanding young girls to Virtual STEM Tech Trek Camps sponsored by AAUW California this past July.  Sophia Chicas was one of 640 girls throughout California who were selected to attend one of three camps in June and July of 2021. She was honored by Principal Jennifer Brown at Walker Jr. High School’s Eighth Grade Graduation on Zoom on May19, 2021, by being selected as “Viking of the Year” for “superior academic achievement and a strong commitment towards excellence.” She also received a framed Proclamation from the California State 65th Assembly, signed by Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva, for being awarded” the highest distinction which can be bestowed upon a student at Walker Jr. High School.”

The following is information which Sophia sent by e-mail about her recent awards and her future plans at John F. Kennedy High School.

By Sophia Chicas

The Viking of the Year award is given to the top eighth grade boy and girl every year. We are chosen by the staff and are chosen for academic grades, involvement in school and an overall positive attitude. I was chosen specifically for maintaining a 4.0 GPA throughout my two years in junior high school, being in the honors program, being in ASB, being in the Bridges Club representing Walker at local elementary schools and being President of the Kindness Club. During my last year in junior high school, I was trying to make the most of my online experience with virtual classes on Zoom which led me to be involved in so many activities. Unknowingly to me, the staff recognized me and my involvement which led to my getting the Viking of the Year Award.

Now that I am entering high school, I have plans to make it memorable. For example, I was chosen to be Freshman Class President.  I intend to be a part of ASB for the next four years. I also intend to be involved in the sports offered at my school, such as cross country. After attending Tech Trek, it sparked the idea of starting a club that is STEM based. I am unsure of what it will be right now, but in my freshman and sophomore year, I will start working on the idea. Not only do I want to start a new club, I also want to be a member of a few other clubs, as I was in junior high school.  Again, I am unsure of what clubs I will join at this time.

Lastly, I want to thank the La Palma-Cerritos Branch of the AAUW, my branch sponsor, and Qualcomm for an incredible experience at Tech Trek.  I would also like to thank Edna Ethington and the branch Tech Trek Committee for helping to make it possible for me to attend the Virtual Tech Trek Camp this year. I hope to be involved with AAUW and other things STEM-related in the future because of it!

2021 Tech Trek By Edna Ethington

In March of 2020, La Palma-Cerritos Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) chose four middle school girls to attend Tech Trek, a one- week Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) camp sponsored by AAUW California at Whittier College in the summer of 2020.  The branch started sponsoring girls to attend Tech Trek Camps in 2017, and these girls would have been the fourth group to attend.

The girls had to be nominated by a science or math teacher, have a 3.0 GPA or higher, have an interest in math and/or science, and be interviewed by the branch’s Tech Trek Committee. However, Covid-19 forced AAUW National to cancel all in-person Tech Trek camps for 2020, but virtual camps could still be held. There was not enough time to prepare virtual camps in 2020, so AAUW California STEM/Tech Trek program leaders prepared a virtual program for 2021 that would provide selected campers with a stimulating, fun, and rewarding STEM virtual experience. Branches could choose new campers in 2021, and girls who had been chosen in 2020 would also be able to attend one of three Virtual Camps in 2021 on June 21-25, July 12-16, or July 26-30.

Since the branch had selected four girls and set aside money to sponsor them for the Tech Trek Camps, the girls were contacted to see if they wanted to attend a Virtual Tech Trek Camp. All four girls said “yes.”

Congratulations to the four girls who were chosen by the La Palma-Cerritos Branch to attend the Virtual Tech Trek Camp!  They are: Janelle Vargas of Fedde Middle School and Julianna Castellon of Haskell Middle School in ABC Unified School District in Los Angeles County, and Sophia Chicas and Sidney Lumsdaine of Walker Junior High School in Anaheim Union High School District in Orange County.

Over 600 girls have registered to be part of one of the three week-long camps this summer. Each girl received her first choice of the camp she wished to attend, so Janelle will attend the July 12-16 virtual camp.  Julianna, Sophia, and Sidney will attend the virtual camp on July 26-30.

The week-long virtual camp will be centered on a morning project-based robotics/engineering/coding class that will meet daily. It will result in a personalized creative project by the end of the week. After a lunch break, campers will hear from inspirational women speakers in the STEM field for one hour. Following the speakers’ one- hour presentations, the girls will participate in a required 90-minute workshop, and an optional 90-minute hands-on or interactive STEM workshop.  All the workshops are designed to encourage fun while learning.

The required sessions will provide the girls with opportunities to explore the fun properties of water, build a spectrophotometer to explore lights and waves, design and build a wind turbine to raise money literally, in the air, and discover dimensions they never knew they had. There also will be optional evening sessions.

The members of La Palma-Cerritos AAUW are looking forward to having the girls as guest speakers, at the branch’s meeting on September 16, 2021, to learn about their experiences at the Virtual STEM Tech Trek Camp sponsored by AAUW California. Contact Program VP Karen Cox at 562-519-0596 to confirm the meeting’s time, location, and whether the meeting will be a virtual or in-person.

Update:  Isabella Rojas, TT Camper 2017

2019 Tech Trek

The Branch raised enough money to sponsor 4 girls to attend the 2019 Whittier Tech Trek at Whittier College, June 23-29, 2019.  Interviews were held at Walker Jr. High and at the three ABCUSD Title I middle schools:  Fedde, Haskell and Ross. The interview committees were made up of three branch members from each of the two school districts to interview and assess the 7th grade girls who had been nominated by their math and/or science teachers. The girls needed to have at least a B GPA in math and/or science, and were either very interested about the subject(s) or could be if they were given the opportunity.  The committees also looked for girls who would otherwise not have the opportunity (financially) to attend a one-week STEM camp on a college campus. Our four 2018 Tech Trek campers acted as “Big Sisters” to the new 2019 campers.  This is an example of how AAUW develops leadership skills.

La Palma City Council Honors 2019 Walker Jr. High Tech Trek Campers

On Tuesday, November 5th, the   La Palma City Council honored our two 2019 Walker Jr. High Campers:   Gracen Grepo and Hannah Hughes.   Edna thanked the Council, spoke briefly about Tech Trek, then introduced Tobi who gave a short explanation about Tech Trek, how the campers were selected, and described the week long camping experience at Whittier Tech Trek.

The campers received multiple certificates:   Branch (President Harriet Moses), City of La Palma (Mayor Marshall Goodman), CA State Assembly (representative from CA State Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva’s Office) and CA State Assembly (CA State Senator Ling Ling Chang).

Many thanks to new branch member Lauree Goodman for arranging this prestigious event.

From L to R: Tobi, Mayor Goodman, Hannah, Gracen, & Edna

Mayor Goodman, Tobi, Christopher Aguilera friom CA State Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva’s Office, Hannah, & Gracen

Mayor Goodman, Tobi, CA State Senator Ling Ling Chang, Hannah & Grace

2019 Tech Trek Branch Presentation

At the October 17 Branch Meeting, Tobi Balma provided a PowerPoint Presentation about the 2019 Whittier Tech Trek Camp experience and moderated a panel presentation by our 2019 Campers.

The campers spoke about how attending Tech Trek increased their self-confidence, ability to speak in public, love for STEM, potential career choices and learning what it takes to get into college.  The also loved spending a week on a college campus, living in a dorm, attending their  core classes … and much, much more!

Thank you to all of our donors.  We have  raised almost enough to fund four campers for 2020!  So PLEASE consider donating (or increasing your donation) so that we can make sending 4 girls to 2020 Whittier Tech Trek!  Contact Treasurer Marilyn Forsstrom, and/or Tech Trek Co-Cordinators Celia and Edna.

And check out the  October issue of the Orange County Breeze for their article about the meeting!  Thank you to Edna for submitting the article and to the OC Breeze for publishing it!

Here are some highlights:

Favorite Part of Tech Trek:

2019 ABCUSD Tech Trek Campers

Arianna’s favorite subjects in school are science, math and english,  she has participated in stem olympics.  she is also in global honor and participates in the associated student body. in a prior science competition her team built a car with materials from their homes. she is the treasurer for her grade. she thinks she may want to be an engineer or find cures for diseases. she is very interested in learning more about stem and seeing how this may improve her career and education now..

Hannah R.’s favorite subjects are science, P.E., and history. She is a member of the Next Generation Science Club and has also participated in STEM Olympics where her teams have made a recyclable car and a solar oven.  She is also interested in Virtual Reality.  She loves equations and is passionate about math.  She is excited about going to Tech Trek and spending a whole week to learn and practice STEM activities.

Hannah R., Fedde

Arianna P., Fedde

               2019 Walker Middle School Tech Trek Campers

Hanna H.’s favorite subjects in school.are math and science.  She loves to learn.  She has participated in science competitions (including building solar-powered robots), and is passionate about stopping plastic pollution by raising people’s awareness. After observing homeless people she wondered if she could develop heat sources to help homeless people stay warm.  She is  considering becoming a marine biologist.

Gracen G. loves math! She loves working on computers and inventing apps and coding. She participated in an experiment on colors changing in the sunlight. She also excels in math. She Is very motivated to learn and has an excellent work ethic.  She is unsure what she wants to do in the future, but hopes to be able to make a difference by contributing to her local community.

Tobi organized an Orientation held at Heritage Park in Cerritos before Camp.  All 4 2019 Campers and their families attended.  Also attending were Edna, our 2017 Campers and 3 of our 4 2018 Campers.

Our 4 campers and 2017 Camper Naima D. who was a Jr. Counselor this year had a great time at 2019 Tech Trek at Whittier College!  In total, there were 90 Campers, 11 Jr. Counselors, 2 Sr. Counselors, 9 Dorm Moms, 5 Teachers (including Marissa Solomon, daughter of member Sue Solomon, who taught Biotechnology), 1 RN, the Director, and member Tobi Balma who took the group pic, assisted the Director, was the “Mom” of the Dorm Moms and taught 4 Workshops.

Classes were:  Biotechnology, Crime Scene Investigation, Cybersecurity, Numbers Count (where the Campers used math to create their own Juice Bar Business and “sell” their beverages to campers and staff), and Structural Engineering.  Field trips included visits to the Downey Space Center and to the Southern California University of Health Sciences Cadaver Lab in Whittier.

Multiple Workshops were also held.  For more information

Included are some pics that tobi was able to take in between her camp assignments.

Naima, Jr. Counselor

Marissa Solomon, Biotechnology Teacher

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2018 Tech Trek Campers

Left to Right: Shahan & Lilly, (Walker Middle School, Tobi Balma (Branch Assistant to the Trek Trek Coordinators), Ariana & Edrianna (Ross Middle School)

The girls described their weeklong core classes, their favorite Professional from Professional Women’s Night, and what Tech Trek Meant to them.  For Ariana, she learned that failure is not bad, that it is one step closer to success.  She described herself prior to Tech Trek as a perfectionist who was very hard on herself when she made a mistake.  For Edrianna, in addition to gaining a lot of confidence in herself, her biggest takeaway from Tech Trek is that “It’s OK to be a Nerd!”

Lilly  said that she enjoyed learning about the different careers that the professional women talked about, especially about the zookeeper.  She said she took the coding class and now wants to be either a computer scientist or an Engineer.

Shahan said that she learned a lot at the Cadaver Lab and the class on neuroscience.  She enjoyed meeting the physician who also did medical research at the Professional Women’s Night.  She now says that she wants to study neuroscience more and become a doctor and medical researcher just like the woman who came to speak at Professional Women’s Night.

Edrianna’s favorite part of Tech Trek was Dorm life.  The favorite part of Yexk Trek for Ariana, Lilly and Shahan was the field trip to the Cadaver Lab.

House of Imports Mercedes Benz of Buena Park Donates $950 to Fully Sponsor One Girl to Attend Tech Trek 2019!      

From Left to Right: Sam Kashani, Customer Care Manager, Tobi Balma, and Ryan Anderson, Customer Care Director

          Thank You Kiwanis for helping to Sponsor Walker Jr. High 2018 Campers

Pictured at the Kiwanis Club of La Palma are, left to right: Edna, Lilly, Kiwanis President-Elect Willie Ortega, Shahan and Tob

WHITTIER TECH TREK CAMP

2017 Tech Trek Campers

Our sponsored campers Naima and Isabella had an AMAZING TIME!  Our two Tech Trek Dorm Moms, Tobi and Chris, ended the week exhausted, but exhilarated, in awe of the Tech Trek Program.  Both of our campers raved about Tech Trek, wouldn’t change anything, and think it’s very important for girls to go.

                                                                                                          Naima, from Ross Middle School, loved everything about Tech Trek.  Her favorites were the field trips followed by the Professional Women’s Night, and “everything.” Naima will be a 2019 Jr. Counselor.

                                                        Isabella, from Fedde Middle School, also said she loved Tech Trek.  Homesickness was difficult, but once she got through it, she really enjoyed Tech Trek.

Tech Trek is a math/science camp designed to develop interest, excitement and self-confidence in young women who will enter eighth grade in the fall. It features hands-on activities in math, science and related fields. All sleeping, eating, instructional and recreational facilities are located on a university campus where camps are held. Learn more HERE .  Click HERE for a printable brochure on Tech Trek.

AAUW of California member Marie Wolbach founded Tech Trek in 1998 with the help of an AAUW Community Action Grant. Since then, AAUW of California has grown Tech Trek to 10 camps on eight college campuses across the state. A 2013 survey of Tech Trek alumnae who attended the camp in California between 2006 and 2009 demonstrates the program’s lasting effects on many levels, including interest and confidence in STEM fields, decision to pursue STEM curricula, and future career plans.

In 2013, using our very successful California Tech Trek camps as their model, AAUW National began a National Tech Trek Pilot Program. Camps have been held in several states in the past two years.  Now California Tech Trek camps are joining that program.

Campers are assigned math and/or science core classes that they attend daily. Girls also take shorter math and science-related classes and off-campus field trips that encourage maximum interaction and instruction.

Most important is the university campus experience. No matter what campus they attend, campers will have the opportunity to live the life of a college student for the week. They will learn to live with someone other than a sibling or a relative, share community bathrooms, eat dorm food and explore the campus area under the careful supervision of camp staff. They also will interact with women who model a high degree of science, mathematics or computer expertise as part of their daily lives.

Tech Trek is designed to provide every camper with exposure to all core subjects taught, as well as a selection of rotating labs designed to explore individual specialties more deeply. Hands-on activities in core classes, rotating labs and field trips at Tech Trek camps help to make math and science fun as well as educational. Instructors include credentialed middle school teachers and women currently engaged professionally in math, science or technology fields.

Evening programs could include astronomy, engineering, marine biology, and environmental studies to enhance the learning experience and introduce students to a variety of potential career areas.

Girls find their passion for high-tech careers at AAUW’s Tech Trek camps. Through hands-on problem solving and encounters with women role models in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), Tech Trek helps girls see their futures while having nonstop fun. Since 1998, AAUW has helped change girls’ lives through Tech Trek, an experiential summer camp backed by research and designed to make STEM exciting and accessible to girls in middle school — the age when research shows girls’ participation in these fields drops. For many girls, the weeklong camp sparks their curiosity and places them on a path toward success.

Every girl attending a Tech Trek Science Camp is on a full scholarship and was first recommended for the program by her middle school science or math teacher. Local AAUW branch coordinators   provide the schools and teachers with guidelines for choosing girls who will be successful at camp.

Recommended girls are contacted, along with their parents, and asked to complete an application and to write a short essay on a chosen subject. AAUW branch members then interview all prospective campers. Each branch will choose the number of girls for whom they have scholarships. Families are asked to pay a very small part of the total amount if they can.

Palm Springs (CA) Branch

Welcome to tech trek.

AAUW PALM SPRINGS PURSE AUCTION RAISES $15,000 FOR STEM SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS FOR LOCAL GIRLS

PALM DESERT, CA (March 9, 2024) – American Association of University Women (AAUW) Palm Springs’ first-time Purse Auction event took place on Wednesday, March 6th at Kiki’s La Quinta featuring an afternoon of fashion, food, and fundraising benefitting the organization’s Tech Trek STEM Summer Camp Program.

The event hosted 65 guests who came together to raise $15,000 funding scholarships for local Coachella Valley junior high school girls to attend for in-person and virtual STEM camp programs this summer at state universities. The event featured a variety of vintage and new purses and handbags filled with gift cards, jewelry, health & wellness services, and other surprise items along with a live auction event featuring packages and experiences from Acrisure Arena, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, the Spa at JW Marriott, Kiki’s La Quinta and more.

In addition to auction events, a drawing for a diamond tennis bracelet generously provided by El Paseo Jewelers, generated over $4,000 towards the day’s fundraising efforts which allows to up to 4 girls to attend camp. AAUW Palms Springs has raised approximately $45,000 to date in order to provide scholarships for local girls participating in Tech Trek STEM, Tech Trek Alumnae, Gov Trek, and NCWSSL (college) programs.

“We are thrilled at the response and support of our first Purse Auction fundraising event,” stated Gina Rotolo, co-event chair and co-vice president of fundraising for AAUW. “We will be able to send all 25 Coachella Valley junior high school girls to STEM Summer Camp this year thanks to local grants, member contributions, local businesses who donated items for our events this season, and the generous support of all the patrons who attend our event.”

“We intend to reach our $50,000 fundraising goal before we break for the summer and are hopeful to be able to have additional funds leftover so we are able to build upon the success of this year’s events as we look to create even more educational opportunities for local women and girls in the 2024-2025 season,” said Amy Dailey, co-chair of the event and co-vice president of fundraising for AAUW.

AAUW would like to thank the following organizations for their support of the Purse Auction: El Paseo Jewelers, Acrisure Arena, Coachella Valley Firebirds, JW Marriott, Kiki’s La Quinta, Lulu California Bistro, La Petite Salon Deux, Palm Springs Air Museum, Art By Design, Avondale Golf Course, Clarks Nutrition & Natural Foods, Desert Island Country Club, Ben & Jerry’s, The Wax Plant Custom Gifts, Fit in 42 Personal Training, RD RNNR, Kalology Medi-Spa at The Hyatt Indian Wells, SkinnyGlow, and Dave & Busters.

2023 Tech Trek Camp Attended by Coachella Valley Girls

18 students from Coachella valley middle schools were sponsored to attend the AAUW California Tech Trek program for a week on a college campus. These amazing students were nominated by their Math, Science or Technology teachers, completed an application, wrote an essay and then were interviewed by AAUW members. This summer, they completed a week-long intensive experience with STEM education and workshops, heard from inspiring women in STEM careers and interacted with other women and girls with a passion for STEM.  7 attended at the Whittier College campus, 7 at UC San Diego, and 4 virtual camp.

Pictured from L-R: AAUW Palm Springs grant writer Carol Marcuse, Anderson Children’s Foundation representative Brianna Ulhorn and AAUW Palm Springs co-vice president of fundraising Gina Rotolo.

September 7, 2023  – AAUW Palm Springs received an $11,000 grant from Anderson Children’s Foundation to help send local middle school Tech Trek Girls to 2024 STEM Summer Camp programs. The STEM Summer Camp programs provide an incredible week of immersive learning for junior high school girls with focus in robotics, DNA, technology building programs and many more activities that foster a desire for further education within science, technology, and mathematics fields.

2023 Tech Trek STEM Camp – UC San Diego, Whittier College, UC Santa Barbara

CREATES INSPIRATION, EXCITEMENT AND CONFIDENCE  FOR YOUNG WOMEN ABOUT TO ENTER EIGHTH GRADE

Tech Trek is a weeklong academic  residential camp featuring hands-on   activities in science, technology, engineering   and math (STEM). Instructors include  credentialed middle and high school  teachers and professional women in STEM  related careers. Camps are located on a  university or college campus where campers are immersed in the full campus experience. A  hands-on Virtual Tech Trek week is offered for those students who cannot leave home.

How Tech Trekkers are chosen

Every girl attending a Tech Trek STEM Camp is on a  sponsorship and is recommended for the program by her  middle school science or math teacher. Local AAUW branch  coordinators give schools and teachers guidelines for  nominating campers. Recommended girls and their parents   are contacted and girls complete an application and essay.  Local AAUW members interview prospective campers and  then select the number of campers based on the amount of  sponsorship money raised – $1,100 per girl. Parents are  asked to contribute $50 of that.

2023 Tech Trek Campers – Coachella Valley

Faculty and staff

Excellent, experienced teachers have qualifications  including superior knowledge of their subjects and a  high degree of interest in working with middle school  girls. AAUW adult volunteers act as Dorm Moms. Each  camper is assigned to a small “family” group with the  same Dorm Mom for the entire week. Volunteer high  school and college girls (former campers) assist teachers  and other staff. A Registered Nurse is also on the Camp  staff.

Workshops and Field Trips

Field trips & workshops encourage maximum  interaction and learning. An important part of  the camp is the university campus experience.  Campers have the opportunity to live the life of  a college student for the week. They will live in  the dorm, have a roommate (a fellow camper)  they’ve never met, share communal bathrooms,  eat in the dining commons, and explore the  campus area under the careful supervision of camp staff. They also interact with women who  serve as role models, introducing them to a wide range of STEM academic & career possibilities.  

AAUW – National Tech Trek Statistics

https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/tech-trek/

Palm Springs Branch TT Co-Coordinator:

Janet Hartzler Braslow, M.D.

Tech Trek STEM Campers in our area are funded by  donations from AAUW Palm Springs members and  individuals in the Coachella Valley who support STEM  educational opportunities for girls. 

Donations are tax deductible : For Palm Springs area Camper tuition, send checks to: Phyllis Dunn TT Treasurer

PO Box 11423,

Palm Desert, 92255-1423.

Make checks payable to: “ AAUW CA SPF ”. On the Notation line write: “ Palm Springs Camper SPF”

AAUW advances gender equity for women and girls through research, education and advocacy. 

T he AAUW National Tech Trek Program seeks to create a learning environment that  fosters and promotes a culture of respect across identities. We welcome and value  intersections of identity, including gender expression and identity, race, economic status,  sex, sexuality, ethnicity, national origin, first language, religion, and ability. Please note:  Placement of transgender youth is handled on a case-by-case basis, with the welfare  and best interests of the child a top priority. That said, if the child is recognized by the  family and school/community as a girl and lives culturally as a girl, then AAUW is an  organization that can serve her in a setting that is both emotionally and physically safe,  as we do for all our girls.

This is a great way to get involved with your AAUW Palm Springs Chapter!

Latest Tech Trek Update, March 1, 2022, by Janet Braslow

We have received final word about the number of camper slots that we have for 2022. Great news- we will be able to send 9 campers to Tech Trek camps divided between Whittier and UCSB.

Tech Trek is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) camp designed to develop interest, excitement and confidence in young women who will enter eighth grade in the fall. Activities are held on the university campus where campers have the chance to live the life of a college student. They will experience community living – eating in the dining commons, sharing a dorm room with a roommate they’ve never met – all under careful staff supervision.

At each camp, girls receive an in-depth, week-long course focused on STEM core classes that they attend daily. Rotating labs are designed to explore individual specialties more deeply. Girls also take shorter math and science-related and off-campus field trips that encourage maximum learning.

Help us choose Trekkers!

Every girl attending a Tech Trek STEM Camp is on a full sponsorship, and is first recommended for the program by her middle school science or math teacher. Recommended girls and their parents are contacted and girls are asked to write a short essay.

Local AAUW members interview prospective campers. From there they select the number of campers, based on the amount of sponsorship money raised.

AAUW Palm Springs sponsors Tech Trek at UC Irvine

Join the young women on their experience!

AAUW member-volunteers serve as dorm moms, camp nurses and classroom aides. High school and college girls (former campers) provide assistance to teachers and other staff.

TT Dorm Mom/Counselor Job Description

2016 Tech Trek Campers – Palm Springs area

Tech Trek STEM Camps are funded by donations from AAUW members, the community, grants from entities such as Verizon & Symantec.

Donate to the AAUW Funds: Click here for Funds Info

Donate in memoriam: Liliane Shuman Elizabeth Nash Lucille Fostveldt

Interested in supporting our young women but have questions about the program? Please feel free to email us at [email protected] .

Tech Trek 2019

University Women: Empowering Women, One Girl at a Time Dr. Mona Khanna, Special to The Desert Sun

Lucky Coachella Valley eighth grade girls can thank the Palm Springs chapter of the American Association of University Women for helping to launch their careers in science through a unique camp opportunity. That’s because when these local women set their sights on something, they are unstoppable.

Unstoppable also characterizes the careers of these AAUW members. Take Sharrell Blakely. She started her career as a clinical social worker and became a leading California voice in child welfare reform, creating the Office of Child Abuse Prevention and the Pregnant and Parenting Women’s Alternative Sentencing Program. Working under five governors, she also advanced child policies through the Family and Children’s Policy Bureau and Adoptions Bureau for the state. Her accomplishments, she said, were only the means to an end — the protection and advancement of children and their families. She is an avid AAUW member who prefers, instead, to talk about the organization’s achievements.

Its signature program, Tech Trek, provides “a life-altering experience that significantly impacts girls’ educational path in high school and leads to college admissions.”

Discover AAUW’s mission and vision , learn more about our upcoming Tech Trek camp , and view our camp model !

Is Tech Trek right for my daughter?

Tech Trek is an exciting and engaging one-week summer camp for girls featuring hands-on science and technology classes, a fun and educational field trip, opportunities to meet inspiring women role models, and a unique college campus experience. To apply, girls must be nominated by their science or math teacher. The only cost to families is a $50.00 registration fee.

Your daughter is a good fit for Tech Trek if she is currently in the 7 th grade and interested in math and science with the potential to excel. Tech Trek is looking for girls who have not had the opportunity for experiences like Tech Trek before, but are excited by the opportunity to try something new, learn new things, and challenge herself. Tech Trek campers cooperate with teachers, show respect for other students, regularly participate in class discussions, and make positive choices for herself in and out of class and is ready to spend a week away from home.

• “My experience was amazing. The counselors, dorm monitors, and teachers were awesome. I made lots of friends and learned about STEM and teamwork.”
• “I made a lot of new life-long friends. I have learned a lot and it was an unforgettable experience.”

Tech Trek Really Works!

We surveyed girls who attended Tech Trek in California several years after they attended Tech Trek. The results speak for themselves :

• 82% of girls chose to take more science classes in high school because of Tech Trek
• 91% of girls reported that Tech Trek boosted their self-confidence in their ability to be successful in science classes
• 77% of girls say that Tech Trek increased their interest in technology
• 87% of girls say that Tech Trek introduced them to new STEM careers
• 96% of Tech Trek alumnae go to college

Learn more about AAUW’s Tech Trek camps: Tech Trek in AL – AAUW Huntsville (AL) Branch At University of Alabama in Huntsville Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, Davis Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At California State University, Fresno Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, Irvine Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, San Diego Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, Santa Barbara Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At Sonoma State University Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At Stanford University Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At Whittier College Tech Trek in FL – AAUW of Florida at Florida Atlantic University Tech trek in FL – AAUW of Florida at Stetson University ake (IA) Branch At Buena Vista University Tech Trek in NJ – AAUW Atlantic County (NJ) Branch At Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Tech Trek in NM – AAUW of New Mexico At New Mexico Tech Tech Trek in OH – AAUW Bowling Green (OH) Branch At Bowling Green State University Tech Trek in OR – AAUW Tillamook (OR) Branch At Tillamook Bay Community College Tech Trek in WA – AAUW Washington At Pacific Lutheran University and Eastern Washington University

Donate to support girls in STEM , learn more about our upcoming Tech Trek camp ,  view our camp model , and discover AAUW’s mission and vision !

Is Tech Trek right for my daughter?

Tech Trek is an exciting and engaging one-week summer camp for girls featuring hands-on science and technology classes, a fun and educational field trip, opportunities to meet inspiring women role models, and a unique college campus experience. To attend, families need only pay a $50 registration fee.

Your daughter is a good fit for Tech Trek if she is currently in the 7 th grade and interested in math and science with the potential to excel. Tech Trek is looking for girls who have not had the opportunity for experiences like Tech Trek before, but are excited by the opportunity to try something new, learn new things, and challenge herself. The ideal Tech Trek camper cooperates with teachers, shows respect for other students, regularly participates in class discussions, and makes positive choices for herself in and out of class. To apply, girls must be nominated by their science or math teacher.

• “My camp experience made myself a lot more confident about pursuing a STEM career, and it made me realize that there are a lot of other girls out there who are interested in STEM careers too. It made me more confident that I could get a career in STEM.”
• “My experience at Tech Trek was really fun. I got to connect with girls my age with similar interest at me and learn about different sciences and math I get a career in. I’ve learned about a lot of different things and careers like oceanology and astronomy, which I now have an interest in thanks to the people who came and talked to us about it.”

Tech Trek Really Works!

We surveyed girls who attended Tech Trek in California several years after they attended Tech Trek. The results speak for themselves :

• 82% of girls chose to take more science classes in high school because of Tech Trek
• 91% of girls reported that Tech Trek boosted their self-confidence in their ability to be successful in science classes
• 77% of girls say that Tech Trek increased their interest in technology
• 87% of girls say that Tech Trek introduced them to new STEM careers
• 96% of Tech Trek alumnae go to college

Learn more about AAUW’s Tech Trek camps: Tech Trek in AL – AAUW Huntsville (AL) Branch At University of Alabama in Huntsville Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, Davis Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At California State University, Fresno Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, Irvine Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, San Diego Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, Santa Barbara Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At Sonoma State University Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At Stanford University Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At Whittier College Tech Trek in FL – AAUW of Florida At Palm Beach State College Tech Trek in IA – AAUW Storm Lake (IA) Branch At Buena Vista University Tech Trek in NJ – AAUW Atlantic County (NJ) Branch At Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Tech Trek in NM – AAUW of New Mexico At New Mexico Tech Tech Trek in OH – AAUW Bowling Green (OH) Branch At Bowling Green State University Tech Trek in OR – AAUW Tillamook (OR) Branch At Tillamook Bay Community College Tech Trek in WA – AAUW Washington At Pacific Lutheran University and Eastern Washington University

Beach Cities (CA) Branch

Representing the south bay cities of manhattan beach, el segundo, redondo beach, hermosa beach, culver city, santa monica, playa vista and marina del rey..

Since Tech Trek began in 1998, the  Beach Cities branch has sponsored over 200 girls .  Tech Trek Families and Beach Cities members gathered on Saturday, September 23rd, to honor the 19 bright young women who completed the week-long 2023 Tech Trek Camp. Campers from Addams, Bud Carson, Culver City, Hawthorne, Lennox, Prairie Vista, and Rogers Middle Schools were asked to introduce themselves and share their camp, core area study and what they learned during Tech Trek. Campers also shared what they learned about themselves, their strengths and how the program has helped to shape how they look at their future. We also heard from parents and a dorm mom and member, Frankie Goldstein, who expressed how involvement with Tech Trek has touched and informed them in their own lives.

There are many ways that you can be a part of expanding the opportunities for girls in the future.  For more information, please contact the Vice President for Tech Trek, Ann Paour .

2023 campers at the Tech Trek Celebration on 9/23/2023

2022 campers at the Tech Trek Celebration on 9/17/2022

Discover AAUW’s mission and vision , learn more about our upcoming Tech Trek camp , and view our camp model !

Is Tech Trek right for my daughter/student?

Tech Trek is an exciting and engaging one-week summer camp for girls featuring hands-on science and technology classes, a fun and educational field trip, opportunities to meet inspiring women role models, and a unique college campus experience. To attend, families need only pay a $50.00 registration fee.

Your daughter/student is a good fit for Tech Trek if she is currently in the 7 th grade and interested in math and science with the potential to excel. Tech Trek is looking for girls who have not had the opportunity for experiences like Tech Trek before, but are excited by the opportunity to try something new, learn new things, and challenge herself. The ideal Tech Trek camper cooperates with teachers, shows respect for other students, regularly participates in class discussions, and makes positive choices for herself in and out of class. To apply, girls must be nominated by their science or math teacher.

• “I loved every moment of being at Tech Trek. I also enjoyed making new friends and interacting with adults at Professional Night. Thank you so much for this experience. I loved being here and learning new things.”
• “My experience at Tech Trek was an amazing one. I made new friends and learned about things I didn’t even know existed! I solidified my idea of my future career in the computer sciences and made soap, and in that process I learned about the periodic table of elements, the pH scale, and about the chemical process of saponification.”

Tech Trek Really Works!

We surveyed girls who attended Tech Trek in California several years after they attended Tech Trek. The results speak for themselves :

• 82% of girls chose to take more science classes in high school because of Tech Trek
• 91% of girls reported that Tech Trek boosted their self-confidence in their ability to be successful in science classes
• 77% of girls say that Tech Trek increased their interest in technology
• 87% of girls say that Tech Trek introduced them to new STEM careers
• 96% of Tech Trek alumnae go to college

Learn more about AAUW’s Tech Trek camps: Tech Trek in AL – AAUW Huntsville (AL) Branch At University of Alabama in Huntsville Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, Davis Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At California State University, Fresno Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, Irvine Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, San Diego Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At University of California, Santa Barbara Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At Sonoma State University Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At Stanford University Tech Trek in CA – AAUW of California At Whittier College Tech Trek in FL – AAUW of Florida At Palm Beach State College Tech Trek in IA – AAUW Storm Lake (IA) Branch At Buena Vista University Tech Trek in NJ – AAUW of New Jersey At Stockton University Tech Trek in NM – AAUW of New Mexico At New Mexico Tech Tech Trek in OH – AAUW Bowling Green (OH) Branch At Bowling Green State University Tech Trek in OR – AAUW Tillamook (OR) Branch At Tillamook Bay Community College Tech Trek in WA – AAUW Washington At Pacific Lutheran University and Eastern Washington University

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Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 02 Mar 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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