CREATORS jump into a different industry each week, tackling a variety of projects unique to each field. Meet and learn from professionals representing a diversity of STEAM careers, and discover what about their work excites you, in everything from sports science to engineering; computer science to movie making.
The Programming Day runs 9am - 4pm, Monday - Friday
We encourage you to register at least 3 days before the first meeting day. Registration will not close until the end of the first day of camp.
After-Camp Creative Childcare is available from 4:15pm - 6pm. REGISTER HERE
Located on the University of Portland campus located at 5000 N. Willamette Blvd., unless otherwise noted.
Engineering
June 24th - 28th
Explore various fields of engineering, from electrical to mechanical to civil. Learn the tools of the professionals through hands-on activation in this camp that combines the artistic with the scientific.
No Longer Accepting Registration
Animation
July 8th - 12th
Interested in animated films, shorts, or voiceover? Bring animated stories to life under the guidance of professionals, from conceptualizing a narrative to storyboarding; sketching to special effects.
No Longer Accepting Registrations
Space Science
July 15th - 19th
Are you captivated by outer space and how we navigate it? How do we explore the universe? Where can we go in the future and how do we get there? Answer these questions and more in this camp for exploring professions in aeronautics, astrophysics, and beyond.
No Longer Accepting Registrations
Geomapping
July 22nd - 26th
Take ownership of the places you inhabit! Experiment with GIS, an essential tool for mapping across many industries, and discover how the awareness of your environment impacts you and your community.
No Longer Accepting Registrations
Sports Lab
July 29th - August 2nd
Activate the mind and body in Sports Lab, where we explore careers in exercise science, nutrition, athletics, and more! This camp is for anyone from the athlete to the aspiring sports journalist, seasoned dancer to budding dietician. If kinesiology or health and wellness speak to you, look no further!
No Longer Accepting Registrations
Movie Making
August 5th - 9th
Calling all artistic collaborators! You are invited into the world of move making to gain behind-the-scenes knowledge of how stories reach your screen. From directing to lights and sound, acting to post-production, this camp offers a comprehensive look at the magic of filmmaking.
Gaming
August 12th - 16th
Gamers of all mediums unite! Led by professionals in their respective fields, this camp invites you to glimpse the world building of games, including rules, animation, and story; board games to virtual reality. Let your imagination and hobby come together for this week of play and creation.
Computer Science
August 19th - 23rd
After-Care Services are not available for this week of camp. If this poses an issue for you, please let us know at Info@SaturdayAcademy.org.
IN COMMUNITY - Portland State University
Location: Portland State University, 1930 SW 4th Ave # 500, Portland, OR 97201
Can't get enough of Chat GPT? Curious about Python, AI, or cyber security? In this camp week, explore the industry that has taken society into the future across industries! Develop your understanding of coding, fiber optics, data science, and more.