International Women’s Air & Space Museum/Kent State University
Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp
This summer the International Women’s Air & Space Museum (IWASM) is partnering with Kent State University to sponsor a unique camp opportunity for high school young women. The Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp will convene July 20-22, 2008 at Kent State University in Kent, OH. Named for a promising female aviation student at Kent State who passed away in 2006, the IWASM/KSU Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp (NKMA) is the ultimate “mother-daughter” career exploration experience for girls interested in aviation-related fields.
During two and a half days interacting with KSU faculty from the Division of Aeronautics and touring flight-related facilities, participants will be exposed to in depth information about career opportunities in the air or space, with aircraft or at airports. In addition, each student will have the opportunity to take a short flight with a certified pilot. Housed together in a state-of-the-art dormitory, mothers who accompany their daughters will be introduced to academic opportunities available at Kent State in all fields. They will tour facilities, learn about admission requirements, the application process, tuition, room and board, financial aid, specialized programs and services. This information will help them assist their daughters in planning for the future.
There is no cost for participation in the camp. It is funded through a grant to IWASM by the Alcoa Foundation. However, the selection process will be highly competitive. The application deadline is April 30, 2008.
Should you have any questions please contact IWASM at (216) 623-1111. Remember that women can soar to success in whatever career they choose. The sky is the limit, but the choice is yours!
International Women’s Air & Space Museum/Kent State University
Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp
APPLICATION MATERIALS CHECKLIST
ALL MATERIALS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2008
COMPLETED APPLICATION
NARRATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE
TEACHER RECOMMENDATION
(returned, sealed and signed in an envelope)
CURRENT REPORT CARD
(2007-2008 School Year)
RETURN ALL MATERIALS TO:
International Women’s Air & Space Museum
Burke Lakefront Airport
Room 165
1501 N. Marginal Rd.
Cleveland, OH 44114
ALL MATERIALS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2008
International Women’s Air & Space Museum/Kent State University
NIKKI KUKWA MEMORIAL AVIATION CAMP
JULY 20-22, 2008
PART I: Student Information
Last Name______First Name______
Address______City______Zip______
Phone (______)______School______
District______Grade______Age ______
E-mail Address______
PART II: Mother/Guardian Information
Last Name______First Name______
Address______City______Zip______
Phone (______)______Relationship ______
E-mail Address______
______
Student Signature Mother/Guardian Signature Date
International Women’s Air & Space Museum
Summer Camp
Application Questionnaire
First Name ______Last Name ______
Please use 3-5 sentences to answer each question. Be sure that your responses are thoughtful and specific. Please type your answers or PRINT in black ink. Spelling and grammar will count.
1) Why would you like to participate in the NKMA Camp?
2) What would you like to learn by participating in the NKMA Camp?
3) What are your college or career goals? How will attending the NKMA Camp help you achieve those goals?
4) As a participant, what skills, talents or qualities can you contribute to the NKMA Camp?
5) What unique interests or experiences do you have that make you a good candidate to participate in this Camp?
International Women’s Air & Space Museum
Summer Camp
TEACHER RECOMMENDATION
After completing Section I below, give this form to a teacher/guidance counselor to complete Section II.
SECTION I
Student Name
Address
Phone Number (Home) 2nd Contact Number
School Name
SECTION II
TO THE TEACHER/GUIDANCE COUNSELOR:
Place an X in the box that represents, in your option, the student’s level for each of the following characteristics with 1 being the lowest rank and 5 being the highest rank.
Leadership Skills / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______Maturity / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Communication Skills (verbal) / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Communication Skills (written) / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Goal Setting / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Logic Skills / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Time Management Skills / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Organization Skills / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Team Participation / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Self Starter / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Creativity / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
Risk Taker / 1______/ 2______/ 3______/ 4______/ 5______
(over)
Additional Comments:
Teacher’s/Counselor’s Name Position/Title
Signature
Phone Number Fax Number
Email Address
· Please place the recommendation in an envelope.
· Seal the envelope and write your name across the flap on the back and return it to the student.
· Make sure your signature is on the back of the envelope across the sealed flap.