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Non-enrolled Participant Packet

Not an enrolled UConn 4-H member? Complete our "Non-enrolled Participant Packet" and register to attend

Animal Science Track (ANSC) 

Students will rotate through three sessions, each approximately 50 minutes long, focusing on a different topic in Animal Science  

Session 1: Equine Reproduction 

Session 2: Ruminant Nutrition 

Session 3: Food Microbiology 

Each session will include a short introduction to the topic, a hands-on activity, a short tour of the facility and information about our majors, and opportunities to ask questions about the program. 

Nutritional Science Track (NUSC)

Have you ever wondered how the food you eat actually affects your body, or how new food products are created and made safe to eat? This event dives into the exciting worlds of food science and nutritional science, showing how they impact both our everyday choices and future careers. From uncovering how nutrients fuel our bodies, to exploring the technology behind developing new snacks and energy drinks, to learning how scientists keep our food safe and high quality—there’s so much more to food than meets the eye. 

You’ll discover how these fields connect to careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, dietetics, policy, and even the food, retail, and restaurant industries. Whether you’re passionate about science, interested in health, or just love food, this event will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how food and nutrition shape our lives—and how you could turn that passion into an exciting career. nutrition, safety, policy, and the food industry. 

Movement Assessment Activities (KINS) 

This workshop is designed to introduce high school students to the diverse career pathways available in the field of kinesiology, including opportunities in physical therapy, sports medicine, athletic training, research, and health promotion. Participants will begin with a guided tour of the Kinesiology building, where they’ll visit specialized labs such as the Human Anatomy Learning Lab, Movement for Life Lab, and ReINVENT lab. During the interactive session, students will engage in hands-on movement assessment activities, using clinical tools to evaluate posture, flexibility, and functional movement patterns. Faculty and PhD students will share insights into their own career journeys, providing real-world examples of how kinesiology professionals impact health and performance. By the end of the workshop, students will gain firsthand experience and a clearer understanding of how a background in kinesiology can lead to rewarding careers in health, science, and sports. 

UConn Moove Lab (KINS)   

Did you know exercise is one of the most powerful medicines we have? Step into our “UConn Moove” Lab to learn how kinesiology pros write “exercise prescriptions” that prevent disease, boost performance, and improve everyday health. Students will rotate through interactive stations including muscular fitness tests, a Functional Movement Screen (FMS) mobility check, and an intensity challenge using the Talk Test + Rate of Perceived (RPE) scale. These activities show how professionals measure and tailor exercise. Then, in small teams, students will receive a case and contribute to a safe, practical 1-Week prescription like a pro. Along the way, UConn students and faculty will highlight career paths in kinesiology, exercise prescription, and health sciences. Students will leave with real skills, a mock exercise Rx, and a new way to see exercise as medicine. 

Wonders of Plants (PLSA)  

 The Wonder of Plants Workshop will include a brief presentation about our department’s programs, a tour of the floriculture greenhouses where students will explore and learn about many unique plants, and a hands-on planting activity. 

Water Quality & Macroinvertebrates (NRE, ENVS, EVST, & RH UFA) 

We will engage high school students in an interactive activity exploring how macroinvertebrates can be used as indicators of water quality in streams. After a brief introduction, students will explore tanks of water and sediment collected from different nearby streams. Using field microscopes and a key of common macroinvertebrates, students will work in groups to identify organisms from different streams.  They will also use water quality sensors to compare water quality. We will collate our data and discuss how different macroinvertebrates indicate different levels of water quality. 

Animal Tracking & Behavior (NRE, ENVS, EVST, & RH UFA)   

Short lecture to the whole group about animal movement and how we can track animals to learn about their behavior. In two groups we will head out for 15 minutes to find a transmitter. The other group will explore some of the tools of the wildlife trade—traps, tags, and cameras. Then the groups will swap. Students will get to work with wildlife telemetry equipment and learn about a range of wildlife techniques. 

Drones, sensors and Thermal (NRE, ENVS, EVST, & RH UFA) 

We will demonstrate remote sensing technology of the environment via a drone show-and-tell session. We'll showcase large drones, sensors, discuss their uses, and demo flights with live shots of side-by-side thermal camera and multispectral camera footage. High school students will have a chance to take off and land a small drone. We will also run a full range spectroradiometer on a tripod to show how different environmental objects (leaves, water, soil, etc) reflect radiation differently and encourage students to think critically about why.  

Rain Plan: showcase drone fleet and sensors in the arena. Some can be used indoors (e.g. Thermal sensor). Can run a spectroradiometer inside to showcase leaf spectra or other landcover types, soil sample, water