• Explored the exciting world of engineering through hands-on projects in such areas as chemical engineering, aerospace engineering, and web design.
• Worked on a project in teams with other middle school students, and presented group findings at the conclusion of the week.
• Met and interacted directly with Georgia Tech professors, students, and professional women.

"Our collective efforts are directed at something much bigger than offering a group of talented girls a fun summer experience," said Dr. Christine Valle, Director of Women in Engineering. "We are working towards increasing the number of women who choose engineering majors and careers.  Currently, women represent about 20% of all engineering students, and about 10% of all professional engineers. And, according to the National Academy of Engineering, the projected need for engineers is expected to grow five times the rate of other professions over at least the next decade." Engineering faculty and specialists taught courses in Web Page Design, Robotics, Presentation Skills, Aeronautics, Chemical Engineering, and much more. Seminars were held in Georgia Tech classrooms and laboratories.

"It is our hope that TEC Camp has sparked a curiosity in our campers to explore the engineering field. By engaging in hands on modules in different fields of engineering, the girls will hopefully find the drive that pushes them towards exploring engineering further," said Ann Blasick, associate director for the Women in Engineering program at Tech. "Through the gentle guidance of the campers' high school as well as undergraduate counselors, the campers gained access to role models who have chosen the engineering career path as we try to diminish the stereotype that engineers are nerdy and antisocial. Most importantly, TEC Camp serves to remind the girls that engineers are creative as well as intelligent, and that each of them posses these qualities that will help them succeed in engineering."

Corporate sponsor for the camp included Boeing, Alcoa, Lockheed Martin, Shell, and HP.