Maharishi School graduate to attend national science camp

CHARLESTON, W. Va. ? Atreya Dey, a 2011 graduate of Maharishi School, has been selected to represent Iowa as a delegate to the 2011 National Youth Science Camp.

Dey will join 116 other top high school graduates representing the United States as well as students from other countries at the four-week program, now in its 48th year. The national science camp, located in the rustic setting of the Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia, integrates scientific programming with opportunities for delegates to explore music, art and the outdoors.

Each year, scientists from various disciplines travel to the camp to present lectures and lead directed studies. This year?s lecture topics will include: global warming, genomic medicine, radio astronomy and energy sustainability. Throughout camp, a Directed Study series will provide extensive hands-on experiences in specific fields. Delegates will have the opportunity to dissect a human hand, discuss bioethics, explore forensic science techniques and search through the DNA sequence of a genetic disease.

In addition to learning about ground-breaking scientific research, delegates may choose from seminars ranging from Ultimate Frisbee and swing dance to discussions of philosophy, travel, religion and culture.

The National Youth Science Camp is operated by the National Youth Science Foundation.

Following camp, Dey plans to attend Haverford College and major in chemistry or economics and pursue a career as a doctor or engineer. His interests include camping, movies, music, reading and sports.