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University of Advancing Technology hosts day camp with local non-profit for K-12 students

A Worthy Cause

The University of Advancing Technology (UAT) has a longstanding tradition of giving back to the community in a variety of ways, and their recent partnership with the Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network’s (AATN) Community Skills Initiative (CSI) exemplifies this commitment. In a collaborative effort, UAT hosted a Day Camp aimed at providing a meaningful introduction to college life and the technological programs available to students.

Fourteen eager participants from AATN's CSI joined UAT for an immersive day on campus, where they explored life as a college student and the unique academic opportunities at UAT. From campus tours to interactive discussions, the students learned about academic pathways and the possibilities that higher education can unlock.

The camp concluded with an engaging virtual reality (VR) presentation, introducing students to the historical evolution of VR and offering hands-on experience with VR headsets. The highlight of the session was a fun trivia game, where students tested their knowledge of VR facts, discovering how virtual reality has advanced from its origins to its current uses in gaming, education, and beyond. They also received information on cyber security, personal security and information protection as it relates to maintain your safety, physically and digitally. 

Building the Community

Earlier this summer, UAT hosted other impactful camps, including Coding in Color and a specialized overnight program for New Way Academy, all designed to benefit the local Phoenix-Metro area and inspire the next generation of innovators. Partnering with the AATN is no new endeavor; UAT has a decade-long history of working with this organization and has developed a strong collaborative relationship with community leader Marilyn Seymann, reinforcing its dedication to educational support.

CSI’s goals align seamlessly with UAT’s commitment to community-driven efforts. Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network's CSI seeks to foster life-long learners, critical thinkers, and productive citizens, equipping students with the skills to tackle life's challenges with resilience and determination. With initiatives like these, students are encouraged to stay in school, recognizing the power of education and the doors that a high school diploma—and possibly college—can open for them.

Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network is a collaboration of programs fighting the multi-dimensions of human trafficking.

To learn more about UAT's community initiatives, visit University of Advancing Technology.