Operation A.I.M.S. is a 4 day/3 night residential summer program on the campus of Arkansas State University.  Students will become “junior” medical students at the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine and explore all health related professions offered.  A.I.M.S will focus on STEM concepts and utilize hands-on experiences to investigate the different specialties of the medical arts, sciences, and professions. 

NOTE:  This camp is for current Arkansas 6th, 7th, & 8th grade students.

Eligibility

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• Students must be from Arkansas

• Students entering 7th, 8th, and 9th grade during the upcoming academic year (2024-25) are eligible for application and selection.

• ​Applicants must demonstrate:

  • • Creativity and critical thinking in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math

    • Above average problem solving skills

    • A high degree of self-motivation

    • The intellectual, social, and emotional maturity required to create meaningful relationships to be able to work with others.  

• Nominees must be willing to commit to the entire program

• All qualified students will be considered for selection regardless of race, gender, socioeconomic status, cultural, or language differences.  

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Application Process 

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The following forms and documents must be submitted by May 2nd for the student to be considered by our Selection Committee:

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1. Student Application to be completed and submitted online by the student or parent/guardian. 

2. Teacher/Community Member Recommendation to be completed and submitted by a teacher or community member (not a parent or guardian) who has experience in a working or learning environment with the student. Please submit a name and an email address on application and a short survey will be sent.  

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Important Dates to Remember

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Mar 14 - Online Application Process Opens

May 2 - Application Form Due

May 23 - Selection Results Emailed to Parents and Students

June 6 - Accepted Students Registration Materials Due

June 23 - Opening day of Operation: A.I.M.S.

Families are responsible for transportation to and from Arkansas State University.

For more details or information contact:

Sara Hays, Operation:  A.I.M.S. Camp Director

shays@greatrivers.net

870-338-6461--Please leave message