Students entering grades 9-11 in the fall are invited to apply for a free, weeklong residential Cybersecurity Summer Camp hosted by the Upper Peninsula Cybersecurity Institute at Northern Michigan University, with support from the Central U.P. MiSTEM Network and Seaborg Mathematics and Science Center. The camp will take place July 13-18 at NMU. It is designed to introduce students to the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity through a blend of virtual and in-person experiences. The application deadline is May 16.
The program begins with a virtual component in June 2025, consisting of approximately four hours of synchronous learning and six to eight hours of asynchronous activities. On Sunday, July 13, accepted students will arrive on NMU's campus in Marquette to begin the in-person portion of the camp, where they will stay in a university residence hall.
All instruction and hands-on learning will take place in NMU's Seaborg Mathematics and Science Center. Campers will explore core concepts in cybersecurity, including ethical hacking, introductory programming, Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, and career pathways in the cybersecurity field. Instruction will be led by experienced educators in an immersive, hands-on format.
In addition to academic sessions, campers will participate in organized recreational activities during the evenings to build camaraderie and enhance the overall experience. After the in-person portion concludes, participants will engage in a final round of virtual activities to reinforce their learning.
There is no cost to attend the camp for accepted applicants. For more information or to apply, click here.