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From June 23rd to 27th, the University of Advancing Technology (UAT) transformed into a technological playground of possibility for 13 curious minds, ages 5 to 16, during our first-ever Future Innovators Day Camp.

Throughout the week, our campus buzzed with the sound of discovery, laughter, and the occasional robotic beep as campers explored everything from artificial intelligence to drone design. While this was UAT’s debut day camp for K–12 students, it certainly won’t be the last.

A Camp to Remember

Each morning began with excitement and anticipation as campers arrived on campus ready to explore a new STEM adventure. The days were thoughtfully structured around themes that blended technology, creativity, and hands-on learning. On Day 1, campers dove into the world of Drones & Robotics, programming Sphero robots and navigating custom-built mazes. Day 2 introduced them to the thrilling realm of Cybersecurity, where they created strong passwords and tried their hand at safe hacking simulations.

By midweek, the energy reached a high as campers built their own games and teamed up for a mini Game Jam during Game Design & Virtual Reality day. Laughter filled the labs as pixelated dreams came to life on-screen.

Day 4 took a deep dive into the future with AI & Coding. Campers trained their own AI models and explored how machines learn and make decisions. On the final day, imaginations soared in 3D Modeling & Digital Art, where campers created original characters in TinkerCad and animated them with Mixamo.

But the learning wasn’t limited to the classroom. Campers also got a behind-the-scenes look at UAT’s cutting-edge spaces—including the Maker and Fabrication Lab, Motion Capture Studio, Art Studio, Security Operations Center, and Think Tanks—each one offering a glimpse into real-world innovation.

Beyond the tech, there was time for some classic camp fun—friendly games of ping pong, impromptu chess matches, and a strong sense of community that grew with each passing day.

Every afternoon closed with a student showcase, where proud parents gathered to witness the projects and presentations their campers created. From robot demos to animated characters, each showcase was a celebration of effort, imagination, and growth.

Just getting started

Future Innovators Day Camp will return in Summer 2026, and we’re thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new Overnight STEM Camp for high school-aged students. This next-level experience will give older learners the chance to immerse themselves even deeper in innovation, collaboration, and college-level exploration.

Until then, we’re holding on to the memories made this summer—and already imagining what the next generation of innovators will create.

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