2016 VolunTEEN Summer Program

UF Health Shands Hospital offers high school student ages 14-17 an opportunity to volunteer in a variety of areas throughout the hospital. VolunTEENS provide valuable service to staff members and patients while gaining valuable experience. UF Health Shands Volunteer Services will offer three sessions this summer. Each session is a total of three weeks for a total of 36 hours. 

Application opens on March 1st.

Enrollment in Blueprint Summer Programs at the University of Florida is limited. Online registrations are accepted on a rolling basis until the program is sold out. To reserve your space, we strongly recommend completing our online registration process as early as possible.
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UF’s designated airport is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) in Gainesville, FL. Students traveling to the program by plane may request Blueprint’s Pick-Up/Drop-Off service during the online registration process for an additional fee.
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2016 Blueprint Summer Programs Courses at UF

• Careers In Computer Science
  PC gamers and gurus already know: our tech-driven economy (and entertainment, and environment) has given rise to entirely new opportunities for computer science majors. Forget endless hours of keying code. Skilled programmers are courted as software engineers, app developers, chief information officers, lead web developers and more. Read more…
• Careers In Engineering
  Engineers don’t just understand our world. They design it. If you have an inquisitive, analytical mind for math, engineering could be your perfect plan. This class will explore the different disciplines within engineering, from mechanical and marine to electrical and environmental. You’ll also learn about core requirements, the latest in engineering technology and some seriously cool opportunities. Read more…
• Careers In Veterinary Science
  Love animals? Discover the many areas of specialization (wildlife medicine, animal training and more) in both the public and private sector, plus learn from leaders in the field. This is a humans-only course – no animals will be making an appearance outside of field trips – but it’s an excellent first step toward all things fin, feather and fur. Read more…
• Careers In Writing
  There’s more to being a writer than penning the great American novel. Professional writers are highly sought after as bloggers, journalists, travel writers, advertising copywriters, scriptwriters, speechwriters and more. Not surprisingly, the crushing demand for digital content is opening well-written doors faster and easier than ever before. Creative writers, take this course to hone your skills, all while learning how to pursue your passion and get paid to do it. Read more..
• Business
  Have you ever dreamed of starting your own company or running a business? Learn some tricks of the trade this summer with Blueprint Summer Programs! Class topics can range from conceiving adventurous ideas, marketing and selling strategy, how to build strong business relationships and more! Students will be immersed in all that goes on in the fast-paced business world. Read more…
• Communications
  We live in an age of instant, constant communication, and social networks have revolutionized how people interact. In our information-saturated world, effective communication is critical for nearly every career. Learn about the history of digital communications, principles of social interaction, and the future of communication, technology and social media. Read more…
• Forensic Science
  Go beyond prime time television shows and take a closer look at the real-world professionals who make a career out of solving crimes. This hands-on course investigates the origins of forensic science and criminology, the impact of modern technology and the breakthroughs that are on the horizon. Oh, yeah – there’s also crime scenes, blood spatter and cases to solve. Read more…
• Psychology
  Psychology is a favorite course for college students – and Blueprint students – for obvious reasons. (Serial killers! Body language! Experiments!) Students will spend time focusing on the ins and outs of behavioral science. Topics covered in this pre-college course can include the history of the field, advances in psychology and new theories that are changing the way we look at the brain and each other. Read more…

iD Tech Camps Program DetailsCo-Ed | Weeklong | Programming, Game Design, Apps, Robotics, Web Design, Film, Photography, and More

Our summer computer camps for kids, pre-teens, and teens are segmented by course and age. Teens will study, socialize and eat with other teens, but may be in the vicinity of younger students during lab time. Yes, we’re a tech camp, but we do not sit in front of digital devices all day. We provide a well-balanced, fun summer camp experience that is age-appropriate for kids, pre-teens, and teens. Imagine a small group learning environment where the curriculum is tailored to you. A place where you build critical 21st century STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills in intimate clusters of just 8 students maximum per instructor, and collaborate with new friends.

​You’ll gain confidence, explore a unique college campus, and get a taste of the collegiate experience. This isn’t just camp. It’s a portal to a fulfilling future, in college and beyond. Kids camps and teen camps encompass courses in programming with Java, C++, Python, Scratch, and more, app development with iPhone and Android, Minecraft, modding, FPS and RPG game design, robotics engineering with VEX and LEGO, 3D modeling & animation, filmmaking, photography, and web design. Course offerings vary by site. View courses at this location. Beginner or advanced, you'll get inspired by energetic, tech-savvy instructors. Do something big this summer!