Potential Magazine Mar/Apr 2014 | Page 16

TYPES OF SUMMER PROGRAMS There’s a wide range of summer programs out there aimed at enriching students, and these opportunities may be as close as a classroom down the street or all the way overseas. CLASSES There are programs specifically designed to help students explore various academic interests like Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), medicine or public safety. These programs let students learn more about their interests and gain hands-on experience in these subject areas. LEADERSHIP COURSES University Programs Some universities allow students to live in the dorms while participating in the wide range of programs they offer. Some university programs even allow teens to earn high school and college course credit. THEME BASED Study Abroad Studying abroad can help students appreciate what has been afforded to us as citizens of the United States as well as broaden their global perspective. COMMUNITY SERVICE Volunteering with a local organization allows students to make an impact within their community by giving back. Participants can gain self-confidence (by seeing that they are needed), empathy and a deeper understanding of what really matters in life. SHARE YOUR SUMMER PLANS WITH US ON FACEBOOK! 16 Many summer programs are built around themes such as sports, faith, outdoor adventures and the arts. Typically, these programs can be found through organizations that are focused on these specific interests like churches, museums, etc. INTERNSHIPS Students who are exploring a career interest or looking to gain work experience can apply for an internship at companies or organizations that fit the category they want to learn about. MISSION TRIPS Churches often offer opportunities for members to team up and evangelize inside or outside of the country. Participating in a summer program like this allows students to increase their knowledge of other’s beliefs and worldviews while also doing some good! www.potentialmagazine.com { Many summer programs provide students with the ability to develop leadership qualities. However, there are some programs that are specifically built around strengthening this skill-set and pushing their participants to challenge themselves. CHECK OUT WWW.CE.AUM.EDU FOR A CATALOG OF AUM’S SUMMER PROGRAMS. Bon VOYAGE Over 50 percent of Potential parents surveyed plan for their college student to study abroad.