Mathematics, Engineering, and Science for Hispanics
MESH
Summer Program, July 27 - August 2, 2008
What is MESH ?
MESH is a free one-week career awareness program for Hispanic students interested in math, engineering and science fields.

The purpose for MESH is to facilitate students' career decision-making by increasing their knowledge of career options and academic preparation in these fields.

MESH participants will be acquainted with the university environment by visiting local university facilities, participating in hands-on activities in the laboratories, and networking with college students and faculty members.

When and where is MESH?
MESH will take place the week of July 27, 2007 through August 2, 2008 at Nazareth College in Rochester, NY.  Parents will be invited to the welcoming activities and closing events. 
 
Who is eligible for MESH?
Hispanic high school students currently enrolled in the 10th and 11th grades and interested in pursuing college education in the fields related to mathematics, engineering, and science will be selected to participate in MESH free of charge.  Students must complete and summit their application by June 6, 2008. 

Download MESH 2008 Application (doc) 
Download MESH 2008 Application (pdf)

Application must be received by June 6, 2008

MESH is made possible by the generous contributions from its corporate and institutional sponsors:

Eastman Kodak Company
Harris Corporation
ITT Space Systems Division
Rochester City School District
SHPE - ROC
Xerox Corporation
MESH is organized through the active participation of volunteers from the following organizations: Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, Rochester Chapter (SHPE-ROC), Xerox's Hispanic Association for Professional Advancement (HAPA), Kodak's Hispanic Organization for Leadership and Advancement (HOLA), ITT's Hispanic & Latino Network (HLN) and the Rochester City School District.