Imhotep Academy

Program Overview

Imhotep Academy is a year-round middle school enrichment program that introduces students to the world of STEM with a particular emphasis on reaching underserved and students historically underrepresented in STEM disciplines. Imhotep aims to increase students’ awareness and enthusiasm for learning STEM, build students’ confidence and identity in STEM, and inspire students to continue studying STEM throughout high school and college. Participants engage in a variety of activities including hands-on investigations, laboratory tours, field trips, leadership, college readiness, and interactions with STEM professionals.

Grade(s)

6th – 8th Grade Students

Program Format

Four Academy sessions are offered throughout the year. Fall and Spring sessions meet Saturday mornings from 8:45 am to 1:00 pm. Summer and Algebra sessions meet for one week in June and one week in July from 8:45 am to 1:00 pm.

Location

The Science House, Cherry Building, Centennial East Campus, North Carolina State University

Fee

The registration fee is $225.

For all payments, a processing fee of $6.00 applies. Registration fees are non-refundable; however, unused registration fees can be applied to future program sessions.

Contact

Alonzo Brandon Alexander, Ph.D., Program Director

Upcoming Sessions

Program	Registration Opens	Registration Ends	Dates
Future Ag: Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Part I	February 17	June 1	June 20-23
In partnership with the Plant Sciences Initiative and the College of Engineering, students will explore the intersection of agricultural science and engineering. While the sessions support the same themes, students do not need to participate in both sessions to register–but the ones who do will have the best experience. Part I will focus more on the ag/bio aspects of Agricultural Engineering, including opportunities to grow and study live plants, work in the PSI Demo Lab, and be exposed to concepts in genomics and biotechnology.
Future Ag: Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Part II	February 17	June 1	July 10-14
In partnership with the Plant Sciences Initiative and the College of Engineering, students will explore the intersection of agricultural science and engineering. While the sessions support the same themes, students do not need to participate in both sessions to register–but the ones who do will have the best experience. Part II will focus more on the engineering aspects of Agricultural Engineering, including robotics, Internet of Things, coding, and engineering design.