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LENS @ Wake Forest for High School Students

by Betsy Chapman

The Provost Office for Global Affairs sent the following information to the Parent Programs office.  If you have a high school student who might be interested in this sort of world-class summer academic experience, please share this information with him or her.

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LENS @ Wake Forest is a three-week summer program that equips current high school students with an academic foundation necessary to become global citizens. The academic theme for 2012 is Confronting the Challenges of Global Sustainability. Wake Forest University professors and experts will engage students in the biological, ecological, political, economic, social, and legal aspects of sustainability.

The Experiential Classroom will offer participants hands-on opportunities to explore scientific concepts underlying current issues of sustainability. Living Labs will allow participants to explore local businesses and industries incorporating principles of sustainability. Small Group sessions will facilitate a platform for participants to put their knowledge into action through real-world community action plans. In addition to interactive learning, LENS offers a variety of fun activities to introduce high school students to the social life of college.

If you know a student who is looking for a meaningful way to gain academic and problem-solving skills while experiencing collegiate life?  Encourage him or her to apply for LENS @ Wake Forest!

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.  Program dates are July 15 – August 3, 2012.

Contact

To contact the Office of Family Engagement or Family Communications, please visit our contact page.

 

For mental health assistance: 336-758-CARE (2273) is a service that ensures someone will always be available (i.e., 24/7 M-F, weekends and university holidays) to provide caring and thoughtful consultation services for Wake Forest students in need of mental health assistance or support. You can also visit we.wfu.edu for resources.