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Liftoff with Math 2008 will give middle school and high school students an opportunity to participate in a concentrated week-long, space-oriented mathematical and computer sciences experience. This program is designed to challenge students with opportunities to learn and explore the applied aspects of mathematics. Campers will be exposed to a wide variety of mathematical applications such as space mathematics, computer simulation, geolocation, interpretation of data from space, and statistical techniques. Additionally, students will participate in competitive sports activities in conjunction with the concurrent UNLV College of Education, National Youth Sports Program.

Features
• Demonstrate the daily use of mathematics
• Learn how to use mathematics to model natural phenomena
• Become familiar with modern techniques of mathematical    computer simulation
• Model lightning from data provided by NASA
• Gain some mathematical test taking strategies
• Complete a space related project for exhibit at
   the final awards ceremony
• Participate in daily supervised competitive sports activities

Liftoff with math campers will stay in a UNLV dormitory and eat meals in the campus dining commons.

Registration deadline with minimum deposit of
$200 is May 30. Balance Due no later than June 10.

082YP6102A
Dr. Phanord
Mon.-Sat. 8 am - 4 pm, June 16-21
High School Students
UNLV campus, please call for location
$875 Includes lodging and meals
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082YP6102B
Dr. Phanord
Mon.-Sat. 8 am - 4 pm, June 23-28
High School Students
UNLV Campus, please call for location
$875 Includes lodging and meals
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082YP6102C
Dr. Phanord
Mon.-Sat. 8 am - 4 pm, July 7-12
Middle School Students
UNLV Campus, please call for location
$875 Includes lodging and meals
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This program is a self-funded UNLV Educational Outreach summer youth activity, in no way sponsored by NASA. Fees associated with the program reflect instructional, campus housing, meals, and administrative costs.