Run the World – AI Explorers Summer Camp

The Run the World: AI Explorers Summer Camp is an immersive experience where high school students explore the power of AI, machine learning, and data science. Now hosted by the Data Science Initiative (DSI), this camp continues a strong tradition of bringing students to campus to engage with cutting-edge technology and real-world data.

Originally launched in 2018 as the <RUN>: \ THE\ WORLD Machine Learning Summer Day Camp, this program was sponsored by the DSI, School of Statistics, and the School of Mathematics. Each summer, it brought together high schoolers from across the Twin Cities metro (and the nation!) to learn about data science, statistics, and Artificial Intelligence.

Now under the leadership of DSI, the camp maintains its hands-on, project-based approach. In just one week, campers dive into machine learning, working with real datasets from medicine, history, and ecology to uncover meaningful insights. With the freedom to choose their own project topics—whether it’s classifying Pokémon, identifying poisonous mushrooms, or predicting Minnesota snow days—campers gain valuable experience applying Python to analyze patterns, trends, and predictions.

No prior coding experience? No problem! Whether you're a beginner or already familiar with programming, by the end of the week, you'll be conducting data-driven investigations and gaining skills that will set you up for future success in AI and data science.

Work on exciting, hands-on projects using real-world data to learn how to:

• Predict winners in a game
• Generate custom designs
• Diagnose dangerous diseases
• Make smarter purchase recommendations
• And so much more!

What You Will Learn:

• Master Python: Dive into the Python programming language to analyze data from sports, history, gaming, and more—right from the world around you.
• Apply AI: Get hands-on with Artificial Intelligence algorithms to apply them to your very own projects.
• Explore Cutting-Edge Technologies: Gain insights into how data science is revolutionizing industries and shaping the future.

Camp Fees:

Are you ready to explore the exciting world of AI?