A liberal arts summer Institute
The collaboratory
Explore. collaborate. Discover.
Learn with Purdue Fort Wayne Faculty
Dive Into the Ultimate Summer Experience: The Collaboratory! Have you ever wondered what college is like? Would you like to get a head start and connect with faculty? Do you have a passion for learning new things? Or maybe you are just the kind of person who looks for new experiences that allow you to grow.
"The Collaboratory" is a learning institute for anyone ages 14-18. During the week-long day sessions held at Purdue Fort Wayne, you will engage with our award-winning faculty, who will lead you in collaborative activities, exciting field trips to museums and archives in Fort Wayne, and thought-provoking conversations centered around a wide range of topics related to the liberal arts.
Last year, participants explored everything from how books are made and even learned book-binding to create their own book!) Other sessions included activities on how to tell a good digital story, to the ways culture shapes food consumption, to the diverse cultures and histories that shape our communities and more!
This summer, take the leap—your next great adventure is waiting at The Collaboratory! Dive into immersive workshops, embark on unforgettable field trips, and explore everything from storytelling to cultural food traditions. You’ll not only expand your knowledge but also discover new passions and what you’re capable of achieving.
Dates: June 9-13, 2024 | 9:00 AM -3:30 PM each day | Liberal Arts Building, Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fee: $50 (includes light breakfast and lunch each day)
Scholarships are available. For more information or if you have questions, contact [email protected] or 260-481-6160.
Registration is now open and ends June 6, 2025.
Registration will open soon and continues through June 6. We encourage early registration as space is limited.
Please note registration link will be provided by Purdue’s BoilerBase system, a portal used by all Purdue campuses for registration for all Youth Programs. To access it, you create a username and password for the Purdue system, if you do not already have one. After you click on the link, you will see that there are two options for logging in: the first is for those who already have a Purdue career account (please note that a Purdue Fort Wayne username and password will not work here). Everyone else will use the non-Purdue log in option.
While the BoilerBase system looks complicated, once you establish an account, the process is streamlined and easy to navigate. When you submit your registration, you will then be sent to a confirmation window that includes a link for payment. You must follow this link and complete payment to finish your registration and secure your spot in the camp. Have questions or registration issues? Please call 260-481-6160 for assistance.
Fee Waivers: Should you find the $50 registration fee prohibitively expensive, please inquire about our waivers by emailing [email protected].
Check back often for Registration updates!
Get Ready for the Ultimate Summer Learning Adventure in 2025!
Something amazing is in the works for summer 2025, and you’ll want to be part of it. The Collaboratory is coming back to Purdue Fort Wayne, bringing together our incredible faculty to craft another unforgettable learning institute.
Want to stay in the loop? Sign up for updates at [email protected] and be the first to know about the sessions, activities, and surprises we’re planning. Get ready—2025 will be a summer to remember!
