Ivy Huang, a 2007 graduate of North Quincy HS from Quincy, Massachusetts, was selected to represent Massachusetts at the National Youth Science Camp® (NYSC) this summer from June 27 to July 23. Huang joined 107 other top high school graduates representing the United States as well as students from Argentina, Bolivia, Canada, Colombia, Germany, Mexico, Panama, and Trinidad and Tobago at the prestigious four-week program, now in its 44th year. The camp, located in the beautiful and rustic setting of the Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia, integrates scientific programming with opportunities for delegates to explore music, art, and the outdoors. Each year, eminent scientists from various disciplines travel to the camp to present lectures and directed studies. This year’s lecture topics included: Global Warming, Genomic Medicine, Radio Astronomy, and Energy Sustainability. Throughout camp, a Directed Study series provided extensive “hands-on” experiences in specific fields. According to Huang, “The NYSC has reinforced my interest in environmental science. From directed studies on natural streams and local watersheds to relaxing hikes along the Big Run River, my exposure to new environmental ideas and interactions with nature strengthened my commitment to make realistic contributions to the world.” Delegates had the opportunity to dissect a human hand, discuss bioethics, explore forensic science techniques, and search through the DNA sequence of a genetic disease. In addition to learning about groundbreaking scientific research, delegates also explored their natural surroundings through an extensive outdoor program consisting of hiking, caving, mountain biking, and rock climbing. “My very first caving experience made me realize that it takes team work and individual strength to overcome difficult obstacles and master one's fears,” said Huang. Ivy chose from an array of afternoon seminars ranging from Ultimate Frisbee and swing dancing to discussions of philosophy, travel, religion and culture. Ivy Huang is planning to study Economics and Environmental Science at MIT this fall. Contributions to the National Youth Science Foundation make it possible for all delegates to attend NYSC free of charge, including round-trip transportation. For more information, please contact:
Andrew N. Blackwood, Ed.D.
Executive Director
pi@nysc.org
National Youth Science Foundation
P.O. Box 3387
Charleston, WV 25333-3387
www.nysf.com
(304) 342-3326 voice
(866) 833-0875 fax | |
