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 | Ichthyology Program
meetings will take place on six Wednesdays from 4pm-6pm and one final Thursday evening from 5pm-8pm throughout January, February, and March (Jan 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th, Feb 25th, Mar 4th, and Mar 5th)
.
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 | Ichthyology program.
Have you previously applied to programs at the Burke Museum or any other UW programs?
Yes
No
I'm not sure
Have you previously visited the Burke Museum before?
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No
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How did you hear about Voices in Science?
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Teacher
School
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Parent/Guardian
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Burke Museum Website
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PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
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Last Name
Email
STUDENT INFORMATION
First Name
Last Name
Current Age
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Applicants must be age 13+.
Grade in 2025/26 school year
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Grade 12
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QUESTIONNAIRE
Are you able to attend all meetings?
Yes
No
High School program meetings will be 4pm-6pm* on Wednesdays: Jan 21, Jan 28, Feb 4, Feb 11, Feb 25, and Mar 4 *Last meeting: Thurs Mar 5th from 5pm-8pm 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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