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Volunteer to Work at Tech Trek WA

Working with Tech Trek is a great way to get involved in helping girls discover their potential in STEM. Tech Trek is staffed almost entirely by volunteers and couldn’t be done without these efforts. Volunteers receive room and board on campus, mileage to/from home/campus and a modest stipend.

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Interested in any of the below described positions? Please submit our  Interest Form .

| Dorm Monitor | Health Aide | Student Counselor |

| workshop presenter | teacher | camp leadership |, dorm monitor.

Each Dorm Monitor will have a ‘dorm group’ of seven to ten girls. Dorm monitors will hold daily meetings with their dorm groups and keep track of their whereabouts throughout the day. They will accompany girls to campus activities and field trips and will be in charge of the enforcement of camp rules and policies. Application Form (Word doc to be filled in) Full Position Description (pdf)

NOTE: Dorm Monitors must be at least 21 years old.

Student Counselor

Student counselors will be paired with a Dorm Monitor and help supervise campers throughout the day and assist camp staff with classes and other activities. They will help to provide a safe environment, monitor campers, ensure they are where they need to be, and act as role models for the campers by demonstrating a warm, positive outlook and attitude as well as excitement for STEM. Application Form (Word doc to be filled in) Full Position Description (pdf) NOTE: Student Counselor candidates must be age 16 by January of the camp year.

Health Aide

Health Aides will be on call 24 hours a day for the duration of camp and be able to respond immediately to health needs. They will keep records of campers’ medical information and be familiar with any potential health issues listed in camper’s health history. Health Aides will also hold ‘clinic hours’ during the week. Applicants for this position should be a senior nursing student, current health care provider or a retired health care provider with updated training. Full Position Description (pdf) NOTE: Health Aides must be at least 21 years old.

Workshop Presenter

Workshop presenters should be organized, prepared and have a disposition that reflects excitement for Tech Trek and STEM learning. They should have a good reputation in their workplaces, schools, or communities as an involved STEM practitioner or educator and role model. Workshop Presenter Application Form 2023

Classes should include stimulating hands-on activities and STEM-focused coursework. Students may work on cumulative projects throughout the week or have a different project each day. Teachers should have multiple years of teaching experience in a STEM field and be prepared to encourage and appreciate student effort and act as role models. 2023 Teacher Application Form Full Position Description (pdf)

Camp Leadership Positions

Camp Director : Manage camp staffing, curriculum, and day to day leadership over approximately 6 months of the year. Director Position Description (pdf)

Assistant Camp Director : Assist Camp Director in many ways over approximately 3 months of the year. Asst. Camp Director Position Description (pdf)

Curriculum Coordinator : Recruit STEM core class teachers and workshop presenters. Review proposed curriculum from volunteer teachers. Curriculum Position Description (pdf)

Volunteer Coordinator : Perform outreach to recruit AAUW members, teachers, parents, students, and community members to serve as committed and passionate volunteers for Tech Trek. Volunteer Coordinator Position Description (pdf)

Social Media Coordinator : Manage Tech Trek camp social media, photo, blog, and web efforts. Social Media Position Description (pdf)

Student and Family Coordinator : Manage camper nomination, application, selection, and registration processes. Student/Family Coordinator Position Description (pdf)

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Interested in any of the above job descriptions? Questions? Teachers/Workshop Presenters: [email protected] Other jobs: [email protected]

Tech Trek is looking for volunteers with a commitment to help girls explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Our volunteers will help plan activities, core courses, workshops, and identify general camper needs during the week of Tech Trek.

Volunteering with Tech Trek is a great way to get involved in helping girls discover their potential in STEM.  Tech Trek is staffed almost entirely by volunteers, and couldn’t be done without volunteer efforts.

| Dorm Mom | Counselor | Teacher | Medical Staff |  Workshop Presenter |

Provide the emotional foundation these girls-becoming-women need while on their Tech Trek adventure. You are both advocates and enforcers – looking out for the girls’ best interests and representing their needs, while making sure they get where they need to be and do what they need to do; as well as helping them to have fun, while following the rules and staying safe.

Each Dorm Mom will have a dorm group of 10 to 12 girls.  Dorm Moms help to build a cohesive dorm group and keep track of their campers’ whereabouts throughout the day.  They accompany girls to camp activities and enforce the camp rules and policies. Dorm Moms will be given detailed information on what to expect each day so that they can concentrate on helping their campers.

Download the full position description.

Counselors are former Tech Trek campers who volunteer to assist teachers, Dorm Moms and the Camp Directors during the week of Tech Trek camp with activities, workshops, material preparation and general camper needs. Counselors must be empathetic and mature enough to handle emotional challenges.

Counselors will assist teachers with core classes and other presenters with workshop activities.  They will help to provide a safe environment, monitor campers and act as a role models for the campers by demonstrating a warm, positive outlook and attitude as well as an excitement for STEM.

Teachers will provide a STEM core class (3 hours/day for 5 days) for 12- and 13-year-old girls during the week of Tech Trek camp.

Classes should include stimulating hands-on activities and STEM-focused coursework.  Campers may work on cumulative projects throughout the week or have a different project each day.  Teachers should have multiple years of teaching experience in a STEM field and be prepared to encourage and appreciate student effort. All teachers are female, and therefore also act as role models. At the end of the camp, campers should have at least one finished project they can take home as a reminder of what they accomplished and learned at Tech Trek.

Medical Staff

The Medical Staff member provides basic medical support as needed and is the first line of medical support for campers.   She should be highly organized and comfortable discussing medical needs of campers, prepared for all medical issues that might arise during camp activities.

The Medical Staff member will be on call 24 hours a day for the duration of camp and be able to respond immediately to health needs.  They will keep records of campers’ medical information and be familiar with any potential health issues listed in their history.  She will also hold ‘clinic hours’ during the week.  Applicants for this position should have extensive nurse’s training, be a senior nursing student, a retired nurse with updated training or a medical doctor.

Workshop Presenter

Workshop Presenters present hands-on workshops to campers during the week of Tech Trek. The workshops are held in the afternoon or evening during the week of camp.

Workshop presenters should be organized, prepared and have a disposition that reflects excitement for Tech Trek and STEM learning. They should have a good reputation in their workplaces, schools, or communities as an involved STEM practitioner or educator and role model.

For more information about volunteering at Tech Trek @ UC Davis:

Please contact susan wheeler and martha rees, camp co-directors, at.

Tech Trek's success is due to dedicated staff (camp counselors, camp health aide, and teachers) and a host of community volunteers.   We need YOU!  Click below to learn more about how you may participate and how to sign up to be part of the Tech Trek team.  If you have questions, please contact us at [email protected] .

Tech Trek Counselors play a vital role in developing a positive, safe, and enriching experience for every participant.  Counselors will direct activities for a small group of campers, promote team-bonding and mentoring, be on the lookout for potentially harmful behaviors and situations, provide clear and concise information regarding camp activities and the camp schedule, and accompany the campers to all activities both on and off the UAH campus.

WORKSHOP LEADERS

Tech Trek activities include workshops led by science and engineering professionals in our community.  Workshops include short presentation, demonstration, and opportunities for the campers to do some hands-on learning.  Workshops are typically 45-60 minutes and repeat two to four times on a single day.

Tech Trek would not be possible without the support of volunteers from our community.  Volunteers can support Tech Trek in a variety of ways, including:

Tech Trek Interviewer

Professional Women's Night 

Camp Check-in/Check-out

Pick up supplies

Tech Trek Expo Activities

Guest Speakers

Tech Trek is looking for volunteers with a commitment to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education who will assist with activities, field trips, and general camper needs during the week of Tech Trek.

Volunteering with Tech Trek is a great way to get involved in helping girls discover their potential in STEM. Tech Trek is staffed almost entirely by volunteers, and couldn’t be done without volunteer efforts. All staff will receive room and board on campus.

Health Aid The Camp Health Aid staffs the infirmary and administers medications and first aid to Tech Trek NM campers. Preference given to a Nurse.

MESH Coordinator The MESH Coordinator is an experienced teacher who promotes supportive services around mental emotional social health to campers and staff working collaboratively with camp staff.

Student Counselors

The Student Counselor is a college student who identifies as female and provides the social and/or technical foundation the campers need while on their Tech Trek adventure, helping them negotiate their journey while also helping AAUW achieve the camp’s objectives of increasing campers’ interest in studies and careers in STEM fields, all with respect and concern. The Student Counselor is assigned a group of campers and supervises them at all meals and supervises them from dinner until breakfast. The Student Counselor may also be assigned to specific day time activities. Applications due by March 28, 2024. Preference given to Tech Trek NM Alumnae, those attending New Mexico Universities, or returning staff. Request an application from [email protected]

Junior Counselor The Junior Counselor attended Tech Trek NM in 2021. A junior counselor should be highly responsible, independent, flexible, self-starting and hard working. She should always be willing to help when asked and have a positive attitude that encourages active learning and participation. In addition, she should serve as a positive role model to campers. Junior Counselors will be chosen to assist Dorm Monitors, Counselors, and Committee Members in providing campers with a safe, positive, supportive, and fun experience during the entire week of Tech Trek at New Mexico Tech. E-mail [email protected] to request an application. Deadline is March 29, 2024.

Teachers will provide a STEM core class (3 hours/day for 5 days) or lead a one-time, 90 minute workshop for 12- and 13-year-old girls during the week of Tech Trek camp.

Classes should include stimulating hands-on activities and STEM-focused coursework. Students may work on cumulative projects throughout the week or have a different project each day. Teachers should have multiple years of teaching experience in a STEM field and be prepared to encourage and appreciate student effort and act as role models.

View the full Teacher Position Description.  Under construction

Link to form to connect potential core class teachers and workshop leaders with us:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1PkDTIHHrgk–XHY3KKPxonMbFwtDQu0pXIFhX2h8AVo/edit

Workshop Presenter

Workshop Presenters present one 90 minute workshop twice to campers during the week of Tech Trek.

Workshop presenters should be organized, prepared and have a disposition that reflects excitement for Tech Trek and STEM learning. They should have a good reputation in their workplaces, schools, or communities as an involved STEM practitioner or educator and role model.

View the full Workshop Presenter Position Description.  Under construction

Camp Photographer

Camp photographer documents registration, core classes, workshops, field trips, and evening activities. The camp photographer takes a group photo, photos of dorm groups, and takes home town publicity photos. Finally, the camp photographer sets the photographs to music and produces a 6-10 minute video shown at the closing program Saturday.

View the full Camp Photographer Position Description.

AN OPEN INVITATION TO WORK AT TECH TREK NM 2024

June 16-22, 2024

Dear New Mexico AAUW Members,

We are so excited to be hosting another Tech Trek New Mexico camp this summer. Many of you have already made it possible with your financial support, and we thank you for that. Some of you have expressed an interest in attending Tech Trek for a day or two to see up close and personal how it works. As a Dorm Mom at the 2017 Tech Trek, it was great fun getting to know the rising eighth graders from all over the state and seeing how they grew and developed in their science and leadership skills during the week.

This year we will be hosting about 48 girls from all over New Mexico in a week-long science camp. The week revolves around fun STEM activities in core classes and workshops, as well as field trips and personal projects in STEM fields.

We would like as many AAUW members as might be interested to participate. We need AAUWans to serve as coaches to the teachers in the morning Core Classes and the leaders of the afternoon workshops and other activities.

We are also looking for professional women in the STEM fields to provide career information and inspiration to our campers on in evening panels.

If you would like to help, please contact, Claudia Poglitsch, e-mail to: [email protected] or      505-264-1524.

TECH TREK NEW MEXICO 2024 WANTS YOU!!!

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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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Tech Trek Florida uses volunteers with a commitment to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education to assist with activities, field trips, and general camper needs during the week of camp. Volunteering with Tech Trek is a great way to get involved in helping girls discover their potential in STEM.  Tech Trek is staffed almost entirely by volunteers, and is unable to take place without volunteer efforts.

  Student Counselor |     Workshop Presenter

Student counselor.

Student counselors should be high school graduates who are college bound or current college students. The volunteers will assist teachers, Dorm Monitors, and the Camp Director during the week of Tech Trek camp with activities that will include field trips, material preparation and general camper needs.

Student counselors will supervise campers throughout the day and assist camp staff with classes and other activities.  They will help to provide a safe environment, monitor campers, ensure they are where they need to be, and act as a role models for the campers by demonstrating a warm, positive outlook and attitude as well as an excitement for STEM.

If they are interested in either camp they should contact Kadeshia Campbell at [email protected]

Workshop Presenter

Workshop Presenters teach 90 minute workshops once or twice a week during the week of Tech Trek. Each workshop will be attended by a different group of girls.

Workshop presenters should be organized, prepared, and have a disposition that reflects excitement for Tech Trek and STEM learning. They should have a good reputation in their workplaces, schools, or communities as an involved STEM practitioner or educator. Contact Traci Jones at [email protected]

If you would  like to volunteer at Tech Trek 2023 this summer and are interested in any of these staff positions please Contact Sue Slone, Camp Coordinator. Please contact Sue if you have any questions.

Tech Trek is looking for volunteers with a commitment to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education who will assist with activities, field trips, and general camper needs during the week of Tech Trek. Week-long volunteers need to be AAUW members, however, if you are a woman in a STEM industry living in the Fresno area, we are always looking for guest speakers.

Volunteering with Tech Trek is a great way to get involved in helping girls discover their potential in STEM.  Tech Trek is staffed almost entirely by volunteers, and couldn’t be done without volunteer efforts.

| Dorm Mom | Counselor | Core Teacher | Camp Nurse | Volunteer Form | Workshop Presenter | Volunteer Form |

Dorm Moms (or Dorm Aunt or Sister if you prefer) are responsible for a small group of Tech Trek campers during the week of camp. They provide emotional support, keep track of campers’ whereabouts, and accompany their campers to all activities while enforcing camp rules and procedures. All dorm moms will be assigned a former campers as a counselor who will assist her throughout the week.

Student counselors are former campers who assist teachers, dorm moms, and the director in a variety of ways during camp. In particular, counselors act as role models for younger campers by being welcoming and demonstrating a positive and excited attitude. Most counselors are assigned to a dorm group who they get to know throughout the week, although some counselors are considered floaters who help out where necessary.

Core Teacher

Teachers will provide a STEM core class (12 hours during the week) during camp. Classes include stimulating hands-on activities focused on a STEM field. Teachers may also be asked to lead a lab during the week, which is a shorter glimpse at a particular STEM field. Teachers should have multiple years’ experience in a STEM field.

The Health Aide provides basic medical support as needed and is the first line of medical support for campers. The Health Aide should be highly organized and comfortable discussing medical needs of campers, prepared for all medical issues that might arise during camp activities.

Health Aides will be on call 24 hours a day for the duration of camp and be able to respond immediately to health needs. They will keep records of campers’ medical information and be familiar with any potential health issues listed in their history. Health Aides will also hold ‘clinic hours’ during the week. Applicants for this position should have extensive nurse’s training, be a senior nursing student, or a retired nurse with updated training.

Workshop Presenter

Workshop Presenters present a two to three hour lab to campers during the week of Tech Trek.

Workshop presenters should be organized, prepared, and have a disposition that reflects excitement for Tech Trek and STEM learning. They should have a good reputation in their workplaces, schools, or communities as an involved STEM practitioner or educator and role model.

Volunteer Form

If you would like to inquire about opportunities to volunteer at Tech Trek Fresno, please use the form below to contact us.

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Tech Trek - STEM Camp

Volunteers Needed for Tech Trek

Tech Trek is an exciting week-long, residential, hands-on STEM camp for girls currently in 7th grade who show promise in math science and/or technology.

It’s held at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma where girls live in college dorms for a week during the summer and take classes from an excellent group of female scientists. The camp is designed to create interest, excitement, and confidence in young women at an age where they are sometime likely to drop out of math and science studies.

All girls are sponsored so there are no financial barriers to attending camp.  We are particularly focused on getting girls to camp who might not otherwise be able to attend this type of enrichment.  We look for the girls who would benefit most from this great experience and might not have other opportunities.

Seattle Branch sponsors around 10 girls each year from schools in the greater Seattle area.  The process starts in January. It costs $1000 for each girl to attend camp.  If you would like to donate to Tech Trek here’s how.  All amounts are appreciated.  Donate to Tech Trek.

Tech Trek is an AAUW program going on in a number of states nationwide.  AAUW-WA coordinates our camp.  There are generally three camps held in July and August.  Two camps are held at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma and another one at Eastern Washington University, Cheney.  More information on Tech Trek Wa

Daily Life at Tech Trek – by Tonna Kutner

Here’s a description of daily life at Tech Trek and some pictures from one of our Dorm Monitors to give you a better idea or what goes on at this wonderful experience.

Tech Trek is a week long summer science camp for girls between 7th and 8th grade.  The teachers are all women scientists and the camp is designed to keep girls enthusiastic and engaged in science and math.  AAUW Washington manages the camp and AAUW branches throughout the state sponsor girls so they can attend regardless of their financial status.

I had the “opportunity” to go to our week-long Tech Trek camp this summer as a “Dorm Monitor.”  I must say, having no children of my own, this was out of my comfort zone and I was a little worried.  But looking back now, there were some highs and lows, but all-in-all it was a wonderful experience and I’m glad I volunteered.  It was at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma with 64 girls between 7th and 8th grade.

There were ten girls in my wing of the dorm along with a student counselor who was a wonderful asset.  She had just graduated from high school and was very interested and well informed on astronomy.  She was also really good with the girls.  We called our group “Apollo 4.”  We thought we had the best group.  They were very interesting and pretty well behaved all around.  There was one scary night where two girls woke up and knocked on my door.  Someone had yelled and screamed outside the dorms for a few seconds and it reminded the girls of a bad experience.  After a while they calmed down and got back to sleep.  Mostly it was pretty quiet at night.

There were five other wings with Dorm Monitors and Student Counselors so you can imagine it was a very busy place.  The girls broke up into 5 different groups called “core” groups and most mornings they went to classes in their core groups which were Stardust Astronomy, Robotics Engineering, Bodies by Design, App Inventor, and Cyber Security.

The Student Counselors went with the girls to their core classes while the Dorm Monitors reviewed the schedule for the day with our leaders. We usually had an hour or two free before it was time to meet the girls for lunch.  In the afternoon the Dorm Monitors accompanied the girls to classes and the Student Counselors some free time.

There were two afternoon classes ranging from mini-versions of the other core classes to extracting their own DNA (really) and genetic studies on “ReBops” which are creatures made of marshmallows, pipe cleaners and other interesting stuff.  One group had the opportunity to dissect pig hearts.  They were looking for heart strings which open and close the heart valves and, what do you know, they found them!  All the groups were different so I always had to know how many were in my group and keep counting to make sure everyone was there.

Wednesday was a different sort of day.  We did some finance activities provided by Financial Beginnings Washington exploring budgets for clothing, housing, student debt and other expenses – it was a fun and informative.  Then we went on field trips.  Half went to look at marine life and the group I went with got to go to the Museum of Flight.  The girls got to file flight plans, run a checklist on an airplane, do experiments on various aspects of flight and then fly (and sometimes crash) in a flight simulator.

That evening we had pizza and then saw a movie together.  It was “Hidden Figures” and the all-girl audience was just great and applauded and cheered in all the right places.

Thursday night was career night where 17 women scientists came and spoke to the girls and they were able to ask questions.  This was a real eye-opener and a great experience for everyone.  The last night we went out to see the stars and got to look at the moon through a telescope.

Although I was exhausted when I got home and slept for three hours before I even unpacked my car, I think I’ll go for it again next year.  I feel this is such a worthwhile program and makes such a positive difference for the girls who participate in camp.

Our branch sent eight girls this year and we hope to send ten next year.  We will need more help working with middle schools and interviewing girls and parents if we are going to accomplish this goal.  Please offer to help if you can.  Most of the work happens between January and March.

The girls wrote wonderful letters of thanks to our branch – I’ll include just one to let you know how important and life changing this camp is for the girls – the drawings are hers too:

Dear AAUW Seattle Branch: This week has been such a fantastic and eye-opening experience, and I wouldn’t have been able to be at Tech Trek without your kind donations.  This week I learned about what it is to be a woman in STEM.  I participated in Astronomy, Biology, Coding and Technology classes.  I never knew that there were so many fields of STEM, and that all of them are so interesting!  This week I also made so many supportive friends who helped me to say strong even when I didn’t get my first-choice of class, and I loved it anyways!  Tech Trek is so amazing and it allows girls/women to be confident in STEM and that it’s ok to make mistakes because these are the things that help you progress!

©2024 American Association of University Women - Seattle Branch

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Danville-Alamo-Walnut Creek (CA)

Inspiring girls about science, technology, engineering and math at summer camp.

2024 Tech Trek Volunteer Opportunities

This coming year DAW hopes once again to send girls to each of camp opportunities at Sonoma State, Fresno State, and Virtual Camp We are looking for volunteers to support this popular and effective program. 1) Selection/Interview Teams – Starting February with wrap-up in March 2) Workshop Instructors – more information HERE 3) Professional Women’s panel at one or more camps 4) Dorm Mom 5) Ice Cream Social (1st or 2nd Sunday in June) Please contact Lee Garverick, Tech Trek Co-Coordinator 2023-24, if you are interested or with any questions.

Please consider a tax-deductible donation to Tech Trek . The donation can come from an individual, business or company, or an AAUW Special Interest Group.

Please click the big green “Donate” button on the right side of this page for instructions on how to donate.

Thank you amazing DAW members! Please let your friends and acquaintances know about this opportunity to encourage local girls to pursue STEM education. Tech Trek is continuing proof that AAUW puts its mission to support equity and education for all women and girls into action.

Please Contact Us for more information.

STEM 2023 In-Person and Virtual Camps

by Deborah Wechsler, Tech Trek Chair 2022-23 (August, 2023) This past June and July we completed three in-person camps (2 at Sonoma and 1 at Fresno State) and one virtual Tech Trek camp. Our branch sent 15 7 th -8 th grade girls to camps this year. Danville-Alamo-Walnut Creek also had several of our former Tech Trek participants and some of our members help out as virtual coaches and Junior Counselors.

Congratulations to the following girls who were nominated by their science and math teachers, went through our interviews and selection process, and were able to attend one of the camps in 2023:

• Connie Cai, Walnut Creek Intermediate
• Charlize Cerda, Walnut Creek Intermediate
• Ella Chiu, Stone Valley MS
• Marley Galloway, Foothill Middle School
• Flynn Gholston, Walnut Creek Intermediate
• Naomi Guss, Diablo Vista MS
• Camille Hahm, Diablo Vista MS
• Sunny Kang, Charlotte Wood MS
• Kaira Lam, Foothill Middle School
• Ella Lapsker Shwarzman, Foothill Middle School
• Diya McCLean, Stone Valley MS
• Ellie Moen, Diablo Vista MS
• Carolyn Ren, Diablo Vista MS
• Isobel Sims, Diablo Vista MS
• Isabella Wintrip, Stone Valley MS
• Elizaveta Udalkin, Charlotte Wood MS, was unable to attend camp due to illness

Here is a link to photos and videos from the Sonoma, Fresno, and Virtual Camps

I would like to thank the 2023 Tech Trek Interview team of Ann Willoughby, Bette Felton, Bev Nidick, Debbie Hammond, Diane Fornasier, Kate Waters, Liz Peters, Rita Hannum, and Zora Kalinic, who worked together to select the Tech Trek girls for this year. We will begin active efforts again in the fall! I am excited to wellcome Lee Garverick as the Tech Trek Co-Chair for 2023-24. Let Lee know if you would like to join the team!

The Tech Trek Program, Selection Process, and Funding

• The first Tech Trek was a local program held at Stanford University in 1998, with initial funding from the AAUW Educational Foundation. It became so successful, it is now a National AAUW Program.

The selection process for camp is done by 7th Grade Science and Math Middle School Teachers who nominate students to attend camp. The only way to attend is to be recommended by a teacher(s) and be selected through the local AAUW Branch interview process.

Girls selected to receive sponsorships attend Sonoma State University for one week. They attend core classes taught by teachers and professional women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) featuring hands-on experiments while learning that math and science can be fun. The girls enjoy living in the dorms on a college campus plus special activities planned by the camp Director. AAUW members volunteer to serve as camp staff, dorm moms and chaperons.

Tech Trek at Stockton University July 21-27, 2024

For more information, email [email protected] Check out our video: New Jersey Tech Trek: Get Involved!  “I had always been worried about going into a male-dominated field,” said one camper. “Tech Trek has made me feel more confident about my abilities in STEM and has made me want to follow my dreams of becoming a medical engineer.” At Tech Trek, girls are immersed in a world that empowers and encourages them to think about themselves as future scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and computer specialists.

This one-week, residential, hands-on STEM camp for rising eighth-grade girls got its start more than 20 years ago, when AAUW of California member Marie Wolbach applied for an AAUW Community Action Grant to open a science camp for girls on the Stanford University campus. Wolbach and AAUW of California have since expanded the program to 10 camps in California alone.

After seeing how effective the program is — alumnae are more likely than their peers to take advanced science and math classes and eventually to go to college — AAUW decided to take the program nationwide. In 2013, Tech Trek was expanded to four states, Ohio, Oklahoma, Florida and Washington, and is already changing the lives of the girls who attended.

In 2015, New Jersey joined the expansion at Stockton University and expanded to host 60 girls from 2016-2019!   Watch the 2015 Stockton Tech Trek Camp video and click the Photos link above to see archives from our 2016-2019 camps. To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the 2020 camp was offered online in 2021, we held abbreviated alumni STEMinist Camps in 2022 , and returned with a new cohort of campers in 2023 .

Campers take part in activities like programming robots, extracting their own DNA, formulating lip gloss in a chemistry lab, visiting the FAA Technical Center or e-Sports Lab or coastal waters or Pinelands Preserve, and much more! Tech Trek has been shown to significantly increase girls’ self-confidence and their interest in and excitement about the STEM fields, which is why AAUW New Jersey continues to host Tech Trek at Stockton University each year.

The program puts AAUW’s groundbreaking Why So Few?  and Solving the Equation research reports into action in a female-led, inclusive, residential university setting. Tech Trek’s formula follows the reports’ recommendations, introducing girls to role models and career choices and giving campers the opportunity to reside on a college campus. Find out how you can support a camp today: volunteer, nominate a camper, or sponsor the camp with a tax deductible gift (use any of the links on the right to donate).

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Tech Trek is looking for volunteers with a commitment to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education who will assist with activities, field trips, and general camper needs during the week of Tech Trek.

Volunteering with Tech Trek is a great way to get involved in helping girls discover their potential in STEM. Tech Trek is staffed almost entirely by volunteers, and couldn’t be done without volunteer efforts. All volunteers will receive room and board on campus as well as a stipend.

Click here to complete the background screening application .

Counselor   | Teacher   |  Workshop Presenter

Counselors are responsible for a small group of Tech Trek campers, provide emotional support, and respond to campers’ questions and concerns throughout the week.

Each Dorm Monitor will have a ‘dorm group’ of seven to ten girls. Dorm monitors will hold daily meetings with their dorm groups and keep track of their whereabouts throughout the day. They will accompany girls to campus activities and field trips and will be in charge of the enforcement of camp rules and policies.

Download the full Position Description .

Teachers will provide a STEM core class (3 hours/day for 4 days) for 12- and 13-year-old girls during the week of Tech Trek camp.

Classes should include stimulating hands-on activities and STEM-focused coursework. Students may work on cumulative projects throughout the week or have a different project each day. Teachers should have multiple years of teaching experience in a STEM field and be prepared to encourage and appreciate student effort and act as role models.

Workshop Presenter

Workshop Presenters present one 90 minute workshop to campers during the week of Tech Trek.

Workshop presenters should be organized, prepared and have a disposition that reflects excitement for Tech Trek and STEM learning. They should have a good reputation in their workplaces, schools, or communities as an involved STEM practitioner or educator and role model.

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The international Repair Café slogan is “Toss it? No way!” The Moscow Library wants to help our community put that idea into action — so we offer four free Repair Cafés a year. Community members can save money, learn new skills and keep as many things out of the landfill as possible by bringing items in need of repair to the 1912 Center Great Room. Volunteer experts will share their repair skills in such areas as clothing and textiles; book mending; small appliances; knife sharpening; jewelry; and gluing options. We make no guarantee that items will be fully repaired, and it’s understood that you bring items at your own risk. But hey, you can learn a repair skill, it’s free, and it’s a fun way to socialize with your community. Bonus: light refreshments are provided.

Partial funding for Repair Café is supplied by the Friends of the Moscow Library.

Virtual Repair Cafés

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, we were unable to do in person Repair Café so we did some digital tutorials with some of our awesome volunteers!

“Repair Cafés are free meeting places and they’re all about repairing things (together). In the place where a Repair Café is located, you’ll find tools and materials to help you make any repairs you need. On clothes, furniture, electrical appliances, bicycles, crockery, appliances, toys, et cetera. You’ll also find expert volunteers, with repair skills in all kinds of fields.” -From Repair Café’s website.

Repair Kits in Our Catalog

Check out our Bike Repair Voyager Kit!

Thank you to Avista Utilities for replacing our broken bike pump with a new and upgraded model! Now you can swing by the library and leave with pumped up bike tires to help carry home your pumped up book bag!

Juliaetta – Book Talk

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Seeking Volunteers for Michigan Technology Community Events!

Why Volunteer? Volunteering isn’t just about lending a hand; it’s about growing as an individual and professional, meeting new people, and building connections across the Michigan Technology community.

Who We Need We’re looking for volunteers with a range of skills, including, but not limited to:

• Experience in event planning or leadership roles
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to motivate others
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Key Volunteer Opportunities Our current initiatives where your expertise can shine include:

• Fall event : We have many roles available to help make the Fall event a success.
• Lunchtime Learning Session and Other Small events : Help source presenters, schedule venues, and plan other smaller events throughout the year

Get Involved! Ready to make a difference in the Michigan Technology community? Sign up to be a part of our volunteer directory today! Please fill out our form at: https://forms.gle/R2MQ4JU1njCwEJy18

We can’t wait to welcome you to our team of incredible volunteers!

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Humane Society  of the Palouse

"helping those who cannot help themselves.".

The Humane Society is always happy to have volunteers come out and help care for our animals. The animals like new faces as well.

Are you interested in Volunteering?  Please contact HSoP and schedule your first shift!  Due to limited space, HSoP can only accommodate so many volunteers at one time. 

Volunteer Hours are available Monday through Friday from 2:00-5:00. We can schedule up to three volunteers at a time. 

Sign up for your shift today! 

Contact HSoP by phone at (208) 883-1166 or through email at

[email protected]

Do you have questions about volunteering with us? Click here to visit our Volunteering FAQs !

Junior Volunteers

Additional Guidelines for Younger Volunteers

You must be at least 12 years old to be a junior volunteer. During their first volunteering shift, junior volunteers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to go over rules, sign the application, and ensure their child understands the process. 

After the initial supervised shift, junior volunteers can volunteer alone for up to one hour per day.  Junior volunteers are not allowed in the dog kennels without their parent or guardian. 

There is a 3-strikes rule!  If we have to remind you about following these rules three times, you will not be allowed to return to volunteer without a parent.

HSoP cannot accommodate volunteers under the age of 12 at this time. 

***Junior Volunteers can socialize with animals that are already accustomed to younger people.  If an animal is not comfortable or socialized with children, you will not be allowed to interact with them.***

Dog Walking

Our dogs love getting to go on walks! These mini adventures offer a fun break from the shelter environment, and give our pups a chance to practice their leash skills before going home. If you'd like to help our pups get some relaxing walks in, we would love to have your help!

If you haven't already, be sure to fill out and submit a volunteer application. 

Next, fill out and submit the dog walking form above. Be sure to carefully read all guidelines. 

Just like that, you're all set to walk some dogs! We will ask to hold onto your ID while you're out. 

***Junior volunteers cannot walk dogs by themselves. If they are accompanied by an adult parent or guardian, then the junior volunteer can accompany the adult for the walk, but may not control the leash.***

Group Volunteering

Thank you for considering HSoP as the beneficiary of your groups’ philanthropy! Due to space restrictions at HSoP, we are unable to accommodate large groups of volunteers on site.  However, groups can do a lot for the animals currently at HSoP by organizing fundraisers, pet food drives, or pet supply collections for the homeless animals of Latah County.

While we aren’t able to accommodate groups at our shelter, your group efforts can still make a huge difference to the homeless animals found within your community.

After your group has organized a fundraiser, supported a pet food drive for our Pet Food Pantry, or done a supply collection, a tour is a wonderful way to top off the experience!  This is a great way for your group to see exactly how your efforts have benefited your pet community.

To schedule a group tour, or for fun ideas for group projects, please contact us by phone at  (208)883-1166 or through email at  [email protected] .

Fun ideas for how groups can help:

Volunteering at HSoP events

Supply donation drives

Pet food drives

Making dog toys

Making dog treats

Making cat treats

Making cat toys

Making blankets for our kitties!

Our cats and kittens love to lie on handmade blankets. You can knit, crochet, or tie blanks out of fleece. The recommended measurement is about 18-20” x 18-20” when you’re finished.

Court-Mandated Community Service

Thank you for your interest in serving your mandated community service hours at the Humane Society of the Palouse. Individuals seeking to fulfill community service requirements do not participate in the volunteer program: they complete projects and tasks that do not involve any contact with the animals or the clients at the shelter.

Community Service Volunteers must read the guidelines, complete information profile, and sign the code of conduct/waiver in order to get started. Please note that the Humane Society of the Palouse reserves the right to refuse a Community Service Volunteer for any reason.

Community Service Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older.

Volunteers must schedule in advance

Time slots available are from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm, Monday – Saturday

To sign up, please contact HSoP by phone at (208) 883-1166

HSoP reserves the right to turn away any Community Service Volunteers who do not show up on time, and to ask Community Service Volunteers to leave early if there is not enough work available.

Shifts are filled on a first come, first serve basis and HSoP can only accommodate 1 volunteer per day.

Duties may include laundry, dishes, sorting donations, cleaning, and more.

Dress Protocol

To prevent slipping, exposure to harsh cleaning chemicals, and injuries, all Community Service Volunteers must wear flat, enclosed rubber-sole shoes at all times.

All Community Service Volunteers must not wear thong sandals, flip flops, or any shoe with an open toe, torn clothing, cut-off shorts, T-shirts with controversial or offensive messages, halter tops, backless shirts, half-shirts, muscle shirts, tank tops, dangling earrings, or other jewelry that may interfere with volunteer duties.

DIY Volunteering Ideas

Are you interested in helping HSoP but are unable to come into HSoP during our hours of operation? 

This page has ideas for how you can still help homeless animals.  Did you know that providing homeless dogs and cats with toys is very important for their well-being?  The ideas on this page can help you make some very special critters their own toys that are theirs to keep both at HSoP and in their new home.  

Do you have a large group that would like to help HSoP? 

These ideas are great for a large group to do together and then bring into HSoP.  Under each idea, you will find how many volunteer hours you can receive for donating these DIY items. 

Stuffed Monkey’s Fist Knot:

1 hour awarded per every 2 toys.

Click here  for instructions.

No-Sew Fleece Blankets:

1 hour awarded per every 2 blankets.

Click here   for instructions.

Fleece Dog & Cat Toy:

1 hour awarded per every 5 toys.

Flirt Pole:

Ball & Tug Dog Toy

Check out this fun PDF for even more ideas on DIY dog and cat toys!

• Does HSoP euthanize animals? The Humane Society of the Palouse is a low/no-kill shelter. HSoP will not euthanize adoptable animals due to space. We’ve stayed true to our mission for 45 years and are committed to preserving and nurturing the lives of all the rescued animals in our care. We reserve humane euthanasia only in instances when animals are suffering greatly with no potential for relief, or if an animal is so aggressive that he or she presents a danger to people or other animals and cannot be safely handled or placed. The decision to euthanize is never made lightly and done only with the best interest of the animal in mind. HSoP is committed to providing all of the animals we rescue with the individualized and compassionate care they need and deserve until they are adopted by responsible, loving people.
• How many canines does HSoP help per year? Each year HSoP provides temporary housing for anywhere from 200-300 dogs.
• How many dogs are returned to their owner, and how many are adopted out per year? For stray dogs that are found within Moscow city limits, HSoP on average will be able to reunite 60% with their owners and 40% will remain in shelter care until adopted. Whereas stray dogs that are found outside of Moscow city limits, HSoP on average will be able to reunite 40% with their owners and 60% will remain in shelter care until adopted. We strongly encourage all pet owners to equip their pets with accurate ID to increase the likelihood of them coming home if they ever get lost. We encourage microchip ID for all pets, and strongly recommend a collar with an ID tag containing the owner's contact number.
• How many felines does HSoP help per year? Each year HSoP provides temporary housing for anywhere from 200-300 cats. HSoP generally has more cats than dogs
• How many cats are returned to their owner, and how many are adopted out per year? For stray cats that are found within Moscow city limits, HSoP on average will be able to reunite 10% with their owners and 90% will remain in shelter care until adopted. Whereas stray cats that are found outside of Moscow city limits, HSoP on average will be able to reunite 1% with their owners and 99% will remain in shelter care until adopted. We strongly encourage all pet owners to equip their pets with accurate ID to increase the likelihood of them coming home if they ever get lost. We encourage microchip ID for all pets, and strongly recommend a collar with an ID tag containing the owner's contact number. Cats should wear breakaway collars if possible.
• How is HSoP funded? For a more detailed view of HSoP finances, visit our Financial Transparency page.
• How much funding needs to be donated or raised by HSoP to make up the 35% and 8% of the annual budget? Each year, HSoP has to raise over $80,000 through donations and fundraising just to keep our doors open. ​ This is why any size donation is greatly appreciated. Without the generous and continued support of our pet community, HSoP would not be able to do what we do. Donate today!
• Is the Humane Society of the Palouse part of the Humane Society of the United States? No. HSoP has no affiliation with HSUS or the ASPCA. Though we do look to the national animal welfare organizations to stay current with best practices, we do not receive funding nor are we affiliated with them. HSoP does apply for grants through these large national organizations, however HSoP does not receive annual funding from the HSUS or ASPCA.
• Who is involved with HSoP? City of Moscow, Chief of Police City of Moscow owns the building and pays for utilities and make up 22% of HSoP yearly budget. Latah county provides 10% of HSoPs’ yearly budget. HSoP presents to the County Commissioners every year to request funding. HSoP Voluntary Board of Directors 14 members who bring a variety of expertise to the organization. HSoP has a full time staff of 5 that include: Shelter Director Animal Care Attendants Public Relations Manager Countless Volunteers
• Does the Humane Society of the Palouse pick up stray animals? The Humane Society does not pick up animals. Stray dogs found within Moscow city limits can be reported to the Animal Control Officer by calling (208)882-2677. If a stray dog is found in Latah County, citizens can call the Latah County Sheriff’s office at (208)882-2216 for assistance, but do so knowing there is no animal control for Latah County. There is no animal control for stray cats.
• Where does HSoP list stray or impounded animals? HSoP lists all stray or unclaimed animals on our Facebook page. To see the most recent stray and impounded animals, please visit our Facebook page through this link: Humane Society of the Palouse | Facebook
• If my pet is missing, could it be at the animal shelter? Hundreds of companion animals come into the shelter every year from Latah County. If your pet is missing, it is important that you contact the shelter as soon as possible so that a missing pet report can be completed and shelter staff can be notified to look for your pet. It is also important that you visit the shelter in-person and look for your pet on a regular basis. Please remember that it is the responsibility of the pet owner to search for their missing pet; however, HSoP will do everything possible to assist you in doing so. We also encourage posting a photo, description and information about where your pet went missing from as well as when to local lost and found groups on Facebook.
• What happens if my pet is brought to the shelter? If your pet is not readily identifiable by tag or microchip, your pet will be held for a stray holding period. Dogs found in the City of Moscow have a 10-day holding period. Dogs found outside of Moscow but within Latah County have a 6-day holding period. Cats found anywhere within Moscow or Latah County have a 6-day holding period. The Shelter will make every effort to contact you regarding your pet during this time. Reclaim fees apply in each situation and must be paid prior to reclaiming your pet. Unclaimed pets become the property of HSoP following the end of a stray holding period. Once this happens, they start the process of becoming ready for adoption. Please ensure that all of your pets have accurate ID to increase the chance of being reunited with them if they ever get lost.
• What does it cost to reclaim my pet from the shelter? Pet owners are charged an impound fee of $20.00. To reclaim a dog that lives within Moscow city limits, if the dog is not already licensed with the city, the purchase of a lifetime license is mandatory. The license is $25.00 for altered dogs and $35.00 for intact dogs. Boarding fees of $10.00 per day are charged for each day of impound after the initial twenty-four hours of arrival at the Shelter
• Do I have to have my pet spayed or neutered? Spaying or neutering is not required for reclaimed pets, although we encourage responsible sterilization of pets and offer assistance through S.N.A.P. Spaying or neutering your pets can prevent unwanted litters and even prevent some cancers in your beloved cat or dog. There are already so many homeless cats and dogs at the shelter, we don't need anymore! If you are in need of assistance having your pet spayed or neutered, please apply for our Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP).
• If I witness what I believe to be an act of animal cruelty, who do I call? Humane Society of the Palouse encourages the public to IMMEDIATELY report acts of animal cruelty or neglect to Animal Control by calling (208) 882-2677 if occurring within Moscow city limits, and (208) 882-2216 if occurring in Latah County. HSoP does not have the ability to report cruelty or neglect secondhand. If we are contacted about situations of this kind, we will direct them to contact local law enforcement.
• Does HSoP offer veterinary services to the pulbic? Though we would love to offer spaying/neutering and vaccination services to our local pet community, HSoP does not have the ability or facilities to do so at this time. HSoP does offer assistance through our Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP), and microchipping services. For a list of local veterinary services, please view the Veterinary Services resource page in the HSoP Resource Library.
• Does it cost money to surrender an owned animal? Yes. HSoP does ask for a small donation to help provide care for owned pets that have been surrendered. Please visit our Owner Surrender page to learn more.
• How old do I have to be to visit the shelter? Anyone is welcome to visit the shelter during our open hours! We do have some restrictions about who can see and interact with shelter pets: - You must be at least 18 years old to enter our dog kennels or to interact with our adoptable dogs without a parent or guardian present. - You must be at least 18 years old to interact with our adoptable cats without a parent or guardian present (unless you're working a junior volunteer shift). - Those 17 and under are welcome to visit the shelter and interact will all of our adoptable pets, so long as they're accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18.
• I'm going on vacation, can you board my pet? No. At this time HSoP does not offer boarding services for pets. There are several boarding facilities throughout Latah County and most vet clinics will also board. For a list of local boarding services, please view our Pet Boarding Services resource sheet in the HSoP Resource Library.
• I found a wild animal hurt in my yard, what should I do? HSoP is not equipped care for wildlife. If you've found an injured or orphaned wild bird or animal, please call Palouse Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation at (208) 614-2273. For more information, please visit their website: Palouse Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation
• I found a feral cat, what do I do? HSoP does not have the ability to provide care for feral cats within our facility. We do have a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program for feral cats living on owned property in Latah County. The program intends to reduce feline infectious diseases and homeless cat births in our region, by providing feral cats with vaccines, spay/neuter surgeries, and ear-tips for identification.
• Why can’t I bring my animal to the Humane Society of the Palouse if I live outside of Latah County? HSoP does not euthanize to make space. We do not have the capacity, space, or manpower to receive animals from outside of the agreed jurisdiction we have with the City of Moscow and Latah County. We recommend contacting the shelter that services your county and they may be able to help.

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iCity: the new Moscow high-tech complex of two skyscrapers designed by CPU PRIDE and Helmut Jahn architects

Architect's statement: "iCity" is an important project for CPU PRIDE , in which we act as the general designer. The team of CPU PRIDE worked on the project for the developer MR Group together with one of the most famous architects, the author of the architectural concept "iCity" - Helmut Jan.

iCity is an architectural composition of 2 strict and minimalistic «Space and Time" towers of 34 and 61 floors. At the base  the towers are united by an 8-story stylobate with a trafficable green roof  and an atrium space inside.

Despite the limited site, the team managed to turn the location in the most constrained conditions of the traffic interchange, with many planning restrictions, into an advantage of the accessibility of various modes of transport. It is worth noting that "iCity" is designed taking into account global trends in energy efficiency, including the building divided into several blocks that can operate autonomously.

Working on iCity we developed our own approaches and methodologies for BIM modeling, compiled roadmaps for design and developed BIM standards for this project. We would like to note that the work on development of new approaches and methods for BIM modeling also had a training and educational function for the PRIDE  team.

Building services density is one of the main features of iCity. It prompted us to use new approaches to find and eliminate collisions. These approaches actively used the programming tools "Dynamo" and "Python" under PyRevit. Quite a few scripts and plugins were written to automate routine tasks.  For example: "cutting shafts and holes for utility networks," "autocomplete parameters for the BIM standard of the customer", "model checker, for model validation" and much more.

All this helped to control a huge amount of information coming in and out of related departments, find and correct errors faster, and, as a result, provide the customer with the most detailed model for holding a tender.

The project also involves: MB-Project, Metropolis, Gillespies, Priedemann, Clancy Engineering, Werner Sobek, Jappsen, L-Plan, Arteza.

Creative Production Union PRIDE handles a full line-up of services: from creating concepts to leveraging urban potential; creation of design development and construction documentation of buildings and supervision of the construction phase.

Today, the company employs more than 120  highly qualified specialists, including 70 architects. We not only provide architectural design, but also master plan development, structural and engineering projects, as well as on-site supervision and cost estimation.

By Naser Nader Ibrahim

• Russian Federation
• Helmut Jahn architects
• Helmut Jahn
• Myznikova Elena
• Public and Business Center
• Jahn Architecture
• Creative Production Union PRIDE

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