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Summer Programs at Tuskegee University

Tuskegee University offers a rich portfolio of summer programs designed to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, educators, and community leaders. From hands-on agricultural research and STEM innovation to youth leadership and teacher professional development, these experiences connect learning in the classroom to real-world challenges in Alabama and beyond.

Explore the opportunities below to find the right fit for middle and high school students, educators, and mentors who are ready to learn, lead, and make an impact.

K-12 Student Programs

Agri-TREK

A 2-week summer program for high school students (grades 9–11) exploring Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, and Mathematics through hands-on learning and problem-based projects.

Alabama Youth Institute

A 1-day experience connecting high school students with leaders to explore global challenges and develop solutions. Participants may qualify for all-expense-paid international internships or paid research placements through the World Food Prize network.

CISC Summer Experience Internship (SEI)

Hands-on internships for high school students in Alabama’s Black Belt region to learn agricultural extension, research fundamentals, and community leadership.

4-H EXERT Summer Camp

A 6-day residential camp at Camp Chandler for students in grades 5–9 featuring sessions in Money Management, Culinary Science, Agriculture, Water Quality, Yoga, leadership, and team-building.

Forestry & Natural Resources (FNR)-TREK

A 2-week summer program introducing students to forestry, wildlife, and natural resources through outdoor learning, field activities, and applied environmental science.

Mini Meat Camp

A 2-month learning experience focused on meat science, organic food production, and sustainable agriculture practices.

Organic Farming Summer Experiential Program

A two-month hands-on summer experience for high school students interested in organic agriculture, sustainable farming practices, and real-world crop and soil management.

Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Achievers

A free, 3-week STEM enrichment program for middle school students from under-resourced schools. Includes real-world projects, coding, design thinking, 3D printing, AR, and entrepreneurship.

K-12 Educator Programs

Digital Ag Immersion

Hands-on training for educators integrating agriculture, technology, and computer science to support innovation in digital agriculture.

Genomics & Biotechnology Workshop

A professional development experience that engages high school science teachers in plant genomics, biotechnology fundamentals, and laboratory-based instruction.

Geospatial Education & Training (GET) Workshop for Teachers

A two-day workshop for minority-serving educators introducing geospatial technologies, GIS, GPS, and mapping tools for teaching and community applications.

Verizon Innovative Learning – Teacher Workshop

A two-day STEM professional development workshop for teachers focusing on design thinking, 3D modeling, AR/VR, coding, robotics, and strategies to secure funding for STEM expansion.

Our Team

Environmental, Natural Resources and Plant/Soil Sciences

Animal and Veterinary Sciences

Agricultural and Resources Economics / Agribusiness

  • David Tackie, PhD – Research & Extension Professor of Agricultural & Resource Economics — AGEC Program Coordinator
  • Rui Chen, PhD – Research & Extension Assistant Professor of Agricultural & Resource Economics
  • Youssouf Diabate, PhD – Research & Extension Professor of Agricultural & Resource Economics
  • Tej K. Gautam, PhD – Research & Extension Assistant Professor of Agricultural & Resource Economics
  • Tasha Hargrove, PhD – Research & Extension Associate Professor of Agricultural & Resource Economics
  • Ellene Kebede, PhD – Professor Emeritus of Agricultural & Resource Economics
  • Robert Zabawa – Research-Extension Professor — IPPD Program Director

Join Our Team

Counselor Opportunities with Tuskegee Summer Programs

Support youth, build leadership skills, and help create unforgettable summer experiences. Counselors assist with activities, supervision, and program engagement while gaining valuable professional skills.

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Contact

Ashley Wiseman

Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries | Program Manager

Office: (334)-727-8403
awiseman@tuskegee.edu

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Lakiah Clark

VIL Stem Achievers, AL Youth Institute | Program Manager

Office: 334-727-8114
lclark1@tuskegee.edu

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Dr. Clarissa Harris

Mini Meat Camp | Program Manager

Office: (334)-727-8435
charris2@tuskegee.edu

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Dr. Richard Whittington

4-H EXERT Summer Camp | Program Manager

Office: (334)-724-4218
Rwhittington1@tuskegee.edu

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Ariel Polk

Digital Ag Immersion | Program Manager

Office:
apolk@tuskgee.edu

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Demetrius Hooks

CISC Summer Experience Internship | Program Manager

Office: (334)-467-4346
dhooks@tuskegee.edu

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Dr. Franklin Quarcoo

Organic Farming Summer Experiential Program | Program Manager

Office: (334)-727-8792
fquarcoo1@tuskegee.edu