Coe Talented and Gifted (TAG) Summer Academy
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Summer courses for talented and gifted students from across the world.
The Coe College Talented and Gifted Summer Academy provides motivated high school students from across the globe the opportunity to experience advanced courses with applied outcomes. Participants will be involved in week-long workshops, including classroom lectures and hands-on laboratory sessions with Coe College professors. As part of the program, students have the option to live on campus or participate as commuter students. Students opting for the on-campus housing option will stay in the residence halls at Coe and be accompanied by a trained Resident Assistant (RA) during the academy. Social activities will be planned for participants on Coe's campus and in the Cedar Rapids area.
- Experience a small liberal arts college campus.
- All classes taught by current Coe College professors.
- Maximum of 12 students per class.
- Social and cultural activities in Cedar Rapids. Past activities have included:
- NewBo District
- Bowling, laser tag
- Ice skating. escape room
- Trampoline parks
- Art museum
- Swimming/hiking at nearby state parks
Attendees will receive a $5,000 scholarship for Coe College if they enroll as a full-time student.
Entertainment and sports on the Coe College campus.
- Coe theater
- Climbing wall
- Fitness center/swimming pool
- Sand volleyball/basketball/soccer
- Ultimate Frisbee
Sample Course Offerings
PERSONAL LEADERSHIP
Prof. Vinh Q. Nguyen, Department of Business Administration
Leading and conquering oneself is the greatest victory in life. Personal leadership is the leadership of the self and this is the foundation of successful leadership. Peter Drucker, a well-known expert and founder of modern management, said self-leadership is the only leadership that is going to matter in the 21st century. This course will discuss the art and science of personal leadership. The objective of the course is to help students develop an awareness and understanding of the keys to successful self-leadership.
Immersive Physics Experience
QUANTUM PHYSICS vs NEWTONIAN PHYSICS
Prof. Ugur Akgun, Physics Department
This course will be divided into two parts. Students will learn the foundations of the Classical Physics and Quantum Physics, and compare the main differences with Prof. Ugur Akgun.
Introduction to Quantum Physics: Introductory study of the phenomena, techniques and models of modern physics including quantum phenomena, special relativity physics and their interpretive models will be covered in the lectures. In the hand-on laboratories, the students will perform historically groundbreaking experiments such as e/m experiment, atomic spectra, quantum analogs, and x-rays.
Newtonian Physics: The scientific revolution started with Sir Isaac Newton’s development of classical mechanics in 17th century. In this course the students are going to a journey that will cover classical physics until quantum era. Topics will include kinematics, dynamics, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, light, and astronomy. There will also be daily laboratory sessions to improve our conceptual understanding with hands-on exercises.
Sample Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8-9 AM | Breakfast |
| 8:50 AM | Commuter students arrive on campus |
| 9 AM - 12 PM | Class Activities
|
| 12-1 PM | Lunch |
| 1-4 PM | Class Activities
|
| 4 PM | Commuter students depart. (Note: Commuter students may participate in social excursions and dinner for a nominal fee.) |
| 4-6 PM | Social Excursion |
| 6-7 PM | Dinner |
| 7-9 PM | Entertainment and Cultural Activities |
| 11 PM | Lights Out |
Cost per weeklong course
$1,200 for resident students
$900 for commuter students
You may apply to participate in both weeks or just one. The cost for resident students includes the course, housing, meals and entertainment activities. The cost for commuter students includes the course and lunch. Commuter students may participate in entertainment activities and dinner for a nominal fee.
