Burke Museum Voices in Science Application
Thank you for your interest in the
Voices in Science program
. Please note:
Middle School (grades 7-8 and age 13+) Careers in STEAM Program
is not currently scheduled, but stay tuned to the website or the Burke's
Youth & Family Programs email list
for updates
.
High School (grades 9-12) Burke-ology | Paleobotany Program
meetings will take place on seven Thursdays from 4:30pm-6:30pm throughout April, May, and June (Apr 23rd, Apr 30th, May 7th, May 14th, May 21st, May 28th, and Jun 4th)
.
The final Thursday, June 4th meeting will be a Symposium taking place as part of a Free First Thursday STEAM Spotlight event at the Burke Museum to share your research with family, friends, and the public.
It is important that you read the
Privacy Notice for UW Youth Programs
before applying.
Demographic data based on protected classes will be retained separately from any selection or decision-making processes
Space in this program is limited. While no single factor guarantees or precludes admission, preference goes to applicants who express the greatest level of need.
We cannot collect application information directly from youth under the age 13.
PROGRAM SELECTION
Which program are you applying for?
Middle School Voices in Science, applications not currently open.
High School Voices in Science: Burke-ology | Paleobotany program.
Have you previously applied to programs at the Burke Museum or any other UW programs?
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Have you previously visited the Burke Museum before?
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How did you hear about Voices in Science?
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PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
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STUDENT INFORMATION
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Applicants must be age 13+.
Grade in 2025/26 school year
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QUESTIONNAIRE
Are you able to attend all meetings?
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High School program meetings will be 4:30pm-6:30pm on Thursdays: Apr 23, Apr 30, May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28, and Jun 4 Middle School Meetings are currently not scheduled
Which meeting(s) are you not able to attend?
What do you like and/or dislike about science? Do you have any interest in a career in STEM?
If accepted to this program, what do you hope to experience? Is there anything you are nervous about?
Why do you want to be part of this program? Do you believe this program could help increase your confidence in your ability to do science?
How do you spend your time outside of school?
Do you currently have access to any mentors in STEM fields?
Is there anything else you'd like us to know?
Please click "Review My Responses" then click "Confirm" when you're ready to submit your application.
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