USU STARS! GEAR UP
We need your help
The 2019-2020 school surveys are now available online and for download. Surveys are to be filled out by students and parent/guardians annually to let us see how our program is helping and where we need to improve.
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Learning while having fun
Summer programs provide students with science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) readiness experiences while learning from mentors and working in groups. All activities work to challenge students and build confidence for future goals and success.
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Greenpower Race
Take a look at the 2019 Greenpower Electric Car Challenge, put together by USU STARS! GEAR UP and the Governor's Office of Energy Development (OED). Students worked hard to build their electric cars and compete for first place.
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Fostering STEM and Leadership Skills in GEAR UP Students
The USU STARS! GEAR UP program provides students with STEM readiness experiences, and partnered with FOCUS Training to cultivate leadership and team building skills at Engineering Camp and Game Changer Camp this year.
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About Us
The Utah State University STARS! GEAR UP program is part of the School of Teacher Education and Leadership in the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services. Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) is a federally-funded program designed to help students prepare for and succeed in college. USU created the Science, Technology, Arithmetic, Reading Students (STARS!) partnership program to provide academic support, mentoring, and guidance to help a cohort of students, starting in 7th grade, reach a post-secondary education program that meets their needs.