Missouri S&T Summer Camp: Mining the Mind Recently Updated

Are you curious about how the mind works? Do you want to explore a future in psychology or neuroscience? Mining the Mind is the perfect camp for high school students eager to dive deep into the science of human behavior, thought processes, and emotions. Designed for students with diverse academic interests and career goals, this camp offers a fast-paced, challenging, and enriching experience that’s both fun and educational.

Throughout the camp, campers will gain valuable exposure to cutting-edge research, learn how psychologists investigate the brain, and explore various career paths within the field of psychology. They will work alongside faculty and undergraduate students to conduct their own research projects and gain hands-on experience with the scientific tools used to study the mind.

Camp Activities Include:

• Sensation & Perception: Discover how we perceive the world around us and how our senses shape our experience.
• Psychology & AI: Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and human psychology.
• Psychology Through Our Lifespan: Learn how psychology applies to people of all ages, from childhood to adulthood.
• Music & the Mind: Investigate how music affects our emotions, memory, and brain function.
• People in the Workplace: Understand how psychology plays a role in workplace dynamics and human performance.
• Design Your Own Experiment: Have the chance to create your own psychology experiment and present your findings!

By the end of the camp, campers will have a deeper understanding of the science behind human behavior, along with practical experience in research methods, including observational techniques, brain activity measurement, and experimental design.

Mining the Mind is a must for anyone interested in psychology, neuroscience, or exploring the mysteries of the brain!