2018SUMMER TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE for HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
The National Transportation Center at Morgan State University is now accepting applications for its 22nd annual Summer Transportation Institute (STI). The free STEM program isopen to students who will enter the 10th, 11th, or 12thgrade in September 2018. STI is a nonresidential program, and it will be held on Morgan’s campus from July2-July 27, 2018.
STI introduces participants to the many career opportunities available in the transportation industry. The program features four weeks of field trips, hands-on projects, and networking opportunities with industry professionals. The curriculum also features SAT prep and activities that promote self-awareness.
Students receive a full scholarship that covers the entire cost of attending the program, including all lab fees and field trips. Lunch and bus passes are also provided daily. In addition, each participant receives a $250 stipend upon completion of the program.
Participants must:
- Be entering10th,11th, or 12thgrade for the 2018-2019school year.
- Have completed or be qualified to enroll in Pre-algebra for the 2018-2019 school year.
- Have at least a 2.5grade point average on a 4.0 scale (cumulative).
- Have an interest in engineering-, science-, or technology – related career field.
- Provide one letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor
- Provide an official transcript and standardized test score(s)
- Provide a 500-700 word essay that describes why he/she wants to participate in the program and how it can assist in meeting individual career goals. Essays must be typed and double-spaced.
Applicationand Health Formshould be sent to:
Valencia Baker, Education Program Coordinator
MorganStateUniversity – NationalTransportationCenter
CBEIS-326
1700 E. Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD 21251
Phone:(443) 885-3969
Email:
Applications are being accepted March 12, 2018 - June15, 2018
Morgan’s Summer Transportation Institute is sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration’s Office of Civil Rights and the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration.
2018SUMMER TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE
TRANSCRIPT REQUEST
This completed form must be submitted to your child’s guidance counselorin order to authorize the release of grades and standardized test scores.The Summer Transportation Institute is unable to proceed with the admission process until information is received by the STI program coordinator.
Applicant’s Name______
Applicant’s Address______
Date of Birth______Grade______
CurrentSchool______
Guidance Counselor’s Name______Phone No.______
Please send/fax my child’s transcript and standardized test results to
Valencia Baker, Education Program Coordinator
MorganStateUniversity – NationalTransportationCenter
CBEIS - 326
1700 E. Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD21251
Phone: 443-885-3969
Fax: 443-885-8275
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Signature of Parent/Guardian Date
2018 SUMMER TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE APPLICATION
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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name______Gender______Date of Birth______
Address______City/State/Zip Code______
E-mail address______
PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
Parent/Guardian______
Address (if different from above)______City/State/Zip Code______
Home Phone No. ______Work/Cell No.______
E-mail address______
SCHOOL INFORMATION
School Name______
School Address______City/State/Zip Code______
Guidance Counselor ______Phone No.______
E-mail address______
Next school year, I will be in: (circle one) 10th grade 11th grade12th grade
Awards and Achievements:
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Extracurricular Activities and Community Involvement:
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CAREER INTERESTS
Check all that apply:
_____ Architecture_____ Law
_____ Business_____ Marketing
_____ Computer Science_____ Scientific Research
_____ Construction_____Technology
_____ Criminal Justice_____Transportation
_____ Education_____Other (Specify______)
_____ Engineering
ESSAY
In 500-700 words, describe your career goals, your interest in transportation, and how the Summer Transportation Institute can help you achieve your goals. Essays must be typed and double-spaced.
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PARENT/GUARDIAN APPROVAL
I understand that my child is applying to attend the Summer Transportation Institute (STI) to be held on the campus of MorganStateUniversity. If chosen to attend, my child will receive a full scholarship that will cover tuition and all program costs. I affirm that my child is available to attend the entire institute. STI will begin on Monday July 2, 2018,and end on Friday, July 27, 2018.
Parent/Guardian Name (please print)______
Parent/Guardian Signature______