QUASAR - Quest for Understanding Astronomy, Science, and Research
An overnight summer camp hosted by the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Nebraska Kearney
June 23 - 25, 2026
(Tuesday June 23 at 12:00pm to Thursday June 25 at 3:00pm)
This fun and interactive camp will have students tackling real-world, hands-on engineering challenges while exploring the principles of physics that underpin our universe. This year’s theme focuses on space travel, offering a close-up look at the science and technology that make it possible.
Come stay in the campus dorms, meet like-minded peers, and discover the exciting possibilities in physics, astronomy, and engineering. Anticipated activities for this year’s camp include:
- Night sky observing with telescopes
- Hovercrafts
- Gravitational mechanics activities
- Water rocket design and launch
- Building circuits
- Computer Aided Design project
- Engineering Tour
- Movie/game night in the planetarium
- And more!
Whether you're dreaming of working for NASA or just love solving problems, this camp offers an unforgettable experience!
Questions? Contact Joel Berrier at berrierjc@unk.edu or 308-865-8282
Important Information
Note: Registration is NOW Open!
Ages: Open to high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Areas of Focus: Astronomy, Physics, and Engineering
Location: Discovery Hall (DSCH)
Registration Fee: $100
Deadline to Register and Sign Waiver: June 8, 2026, at 11:59pm
