Architecture & Architectural Engineering
- Experience hands-on projects demonstrating architecture design principles and practices.
- Learn about general architecture, phases of building design, sustainable design, and engineering systems in building design.
- Discover what education and training is needed to be successful in the architecture field.
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
- More Information on the 2018 program
Broadcasting
- Produce a commercial
- Be part of a live broadcast
- Learn social media strategies
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
- More Information on the 2018 program
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Conservation & Wildlife
- Conduct water testing of groundwater
- Populate fishing areas by spawning trout
- Score deer antlers and learn about predator hunting
Monthly Meetings
- RSVP to Melissa at melissa.neuhaus@scouting.org or 563.556.4343
- Download the application found HERE
- More Information
- Send completed application and $40 registration fee to: Exploring, PO Box 732, Dubuque, IA 52004
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Computer Science
- Write an App for an android device
- Design and program a computer game that you can show your friends and family
- Use RAPTOR, a programming tool designed at the U.S.Air Force Academy
- Work with Loras professors and advanced computer science students
Weekly Meetings
- RSVP to Melissa at melissa.neuhaus@scouting.org or 563.556.4343
- Download the application found HERE
- More Information
- Send completed application and $40 registration fee to: Exploring, PO Box 732, Dubuque, IA 52004
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Culinary Arts
- Work with the head chef
- Plan a menu and prepare certain dishes and appetizers
- Discover the tricks behind presentation of meals and dishes
- Learn about the hours, pay, and education for the profession
- Discuss restaurant management and how menus, service, and promotions affect the overall appeal of a restaurant
Weekly Meetings
- RSVP to Melissa at melissa.neuhaus@scouting.org or 563.556.4343
- Download the application found HERE
- More Information
- Send completed application and $40 registration fee to: Exploring, PO Box 732, Dubuque, IA 52004
Diesel Mechanics
- Work with tools to explore the intricate engines of a Semi-tractor
- Compete in a “Top Gun” competition
- Work with a small circuit board and figure out how it relates to solving problems
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
- More Information on the 2018 program
Engineering & Technology
- Get introduced to a wide array of engineering disciplines and some of the engineers that work in those disciplines.
- Participate in hands-on activities such as an intorduction to CAD (Computer Aided Design) and 3D modeling of components and assemblies
- Discover what steps you can take to be on the engineering career path
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
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Firefighting and Emergency Services
- Participate in activities including firefighting skills, ropes rescue, and using self-contained breathing apparatus
- Learn about firefighting and emergency medical services
- Discover what steps you can take to enter the firefighting career field
Program meets first Monday of each month at 7:00 pm.
- Download the application found HERE
- More Information
- Send completed application and $40 registration fee to: Exploring, PO Box 732, Dubuque, IA 52004
Firefighting – Volga Fire Department
- Participate in activities including firefighting skills, ropes rescue, and using self-contained breathing apparatus
- Learn about firefighting and emergency medical services
- Discover what steps you can take to enter the firefighting career field
Program is currently accepting applications.
- Download the application found HERE
- Send completed application and registration fee to: Exploring, PO Box 732, Dubuque, IA 52004
Health Careers
- Tour various departments of Finley Hospital, including pharmacy, surgery and radiology.
- Meet professionals in the different health career fields and get answers to all career questions.
- Participate in interactive activities in each health career specialty.
Look for next session in fall 2018!
Law Enforcement
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- Experience law enforcement by participating in activities like crime scene investigation, fingerprinting, and firearms handling and safety.
- Ride along with a law enforcement officer
- Discover what types of careers exist in law enforcement
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
- More Information on the 2018 program
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Law & Government
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- Experience a mock trial
- Uncover your path to law school
- Discover what types of careers exist in law and government
Weekly Meetings February 11-March 18
- RSVP to Melissa at melissa.neuhaus@scouting.org or 563.556.4343
- Download the application found HERE
- More Information
- Send completed application and $40 registration fee to: Exploring, PO Box 732, Dubuque, IA 52004
Nursing
- Tour Mercy Medical Center and speak with nursing professionals throughout the hospital.
- Learn nursing skills in the hands-on NICC skills lab.
- Discover what specialties you can have in the nursing field.
Look for next session in fall 2019!
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Sports Marketing
- Learn what it takes to fill an arena for a sports team.
- Discover the different areas required to promote a sports team.
- Complete a job shadow with a member of the Saints professional staff.
Program meets at 5:00-6:00 PM on these dates: 12/4, 1/15, 2/19 & scheduled shadow opportunity
- Download the application found HERE
- More Information
- Send completed application, confidentiality form, and $40 registration fee to: Exploring, PO Box 732, Dubuque, IA 52004