For many Boise State students, their interest in engineering and technology was sparked by participating in a fun and engaging activity before they enrolled in college. This is why we are dedicated to bringing engineering exploration to students of all ages in our community. We partner with industry and educators to create interactive learning activities that connect students with engineers and computer scientists so they can learn first-hand the connection between, engineering, technology, the power of computing and our quality of life.
Events for Prospective Students
Find summer camps and campus visit options that allow students to learn more about what opportunities exist in the College of Engineering!
STEM Gems Summer Camp
STEM Gems is a completely free overnight program for exiting 9th, 10th & 11th graders designed to increase participation in STEM. Enrollment is limited to 50 students. Workshops have been led by Society of Women Engineers professionals and members of the Phi Sigma Rho sorority for women in engineering. Workshops in the past have included Artificial Intelligence, Game Animations, Physics of Rock Climbing/Rope Walking, etc.
Request a COEN Tour
We offer group or individual tours of the College of Engineering for prospective transfer students or grades 9-12. Group visits are capped at 25. Request a visit through our form and we will look at availability with our partners in the College and get back to you within 2 business days.
FIRST Robotics Team #5871 – The Chickadees
The Chickadees, FRC Team 5871, are a girl-founded FIRST® Robotics Competition (FRC) team sponsored by the Boise State University College of Engineering. The Chickadees are an inclusive team that is open to all genders, races, ethnicities, and abilities. We aim to inspire future generations in STEM by ensuring that all members take an active role in team leadership and all aspects of building the robot and running the team. This team was founded, in part, to inspire girls to enter STEM fields where they have historically been underrepresented.