Upward Bound Math-Science
Lyon College
What is the purpose of Upward Bound Math-Science?
The purpose of Upward Bound Math-Science is to help eligible students achieve the motivation, the confidence and the academic preparation needed to complete college and successfully pursue careers in mathematics and science.
What is the program like?
The program begins with a residential Summer Session on the Lyon College campus (six weeks for seniors and five weeks for sophomores and juniors). The centerpiece of the Summer Session is mentored group research in a math or science field such as biology, chemistry, engineering, computer science or physics. Groups of 10-12 students conduct research as a team, formulating the approach to a problem, carrying out experiments and calculations, reaching a conclusion, and preparing a group technical report under the guidance of a teacher/mentor. The Summer Session also includes ACT preparation; tutoring services as needed; classes in Literature and either French or History; cultural and recreational field trips (students visit museums, theaters, ethnic restaurants and other attractions in area cities); a three-day extended field trip to a regional city such as St. Louis, Missouri, Tulsa, Oklahoma, or Huntsville, Alabama; room and board while residing on the Lyon College campus; a variety of other social and recreational activities; and a $15 per week stipend for students in good standing.
At the end of the Summer Session, an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is designed for each student, with activities to complete during the school year. These include enrolling in recommended high school classes, taking the ACT (UBMS covers the cost), participating in extra-curricular activities to develop leadership skills, researching colleges of interest, and completing a research activity under the supervision of a Sponsoring Teacher.
2010 Spring Semester Important Dates:
February 20........Saturday Session (weather permitting - will be rescheduled if roads are icy)
February 26........Student research papers due
April 10............... ACT Test Date (see registration schedule below)
June 12................ACT Test Date (see registration schedule below)
2010 Summer Session Dates:
June 6..................Senior Check-in...Senior Week begins!
June 12................Sophomore and Junior Check-in
July 2-5................July 4 holiday
July 17..................Summer Session Ends
ACT Test Schedule:
Regular Late
Test Dates Registration Deadline Registration Deadline (fee required)
Apr. 10 Mar. 5 Mar. 6-19
June 12 May 7 May 8-21
Visit the ACT website at http://www.actstudent.org/regist/dates.html for additional information.
2009 Newsletter
Lyon College
Upward Bound Math-Science Center
P.O. Box 2317
Batesville, AR 72503
PH: 888-577-7984 (TOLL FREE)
PH: 870-307-7183
FAX: 870-307-7193
E-mail: msubound@lyon.edu