Alabama Crimson Tide Youth Programs

Transportation Innovation & STEM Academy

Location Tuscaloosa, AL
Event Date(s) Jun 8, 2026 to Jun 12, 2026
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Event Description

University of Alabama Youth Programs

Transportation Innovation & STEM Academy

The Transportation Innovation & STEM Academy offers 6th-8th grade students an exciting, hands-on journey into the world of modern transportation. Through engaging experiential activities, participants explore key STEM concepts while strengthening foundational skills in math and reading through targeted interventions. 

Students will dive into robotics, physics, and real-world problem-solving challenges designed to spark curiosity and build confidence. A transportation-focused field trip brings learning to life, giving students a firsthand look at how transportation systems operate and how STEM powers the world around us. Throughout the academy, students will also learn about a wide range of career pathways in transportation and STEM fields. 

Event Registration Details
June 8th - 12th, 2026
Grades: 6th - 8th (Middle School)
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Daily
All participants must be picked up by 2:30 p.m
Cost: $157.50 ($150 + $7.50 Fees)
Due at the time of registration
Registration Ends May 8, 2026 

Meals 

Breakfast and lunch are provided daily. 

The Academy provides a supportive, engaging environment where students can explore, create, and imagine their future in STEM and transportation.