TechGYRLS
The YWCA TechGYRLS® – S.T.E.A.M. Experience Series seeks to empower young girls in 3rd-8th grade (particularly underrepresented girls) in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math and to encourage them to pursue careers within these fields. Through collaboration with area organizations and businesses, each field visit provides a hands-on experience and is led by women within the S.T.E.A.M. industries.
Girls can participate in all the field visits or just choose the ones they are most interested in!
Each session costs $5; however, if the fee causes a financial burden, a waiver will be granted.
YWCA is grateful to US Cellular, Walmart, Ahlstrom, Schneider and Humana Shares for sponsoring TechGYRLS.
Note: This year—-registration indicates the time to be at the YWCA. The duration includes travel time from the YWCA to the visit, actual site visit, and travel time back to the YWCA. The exception is the UW Madison trip. We are waiting for site visit details.
1. Makerspace
Welcome to summer 2025 TechGYRLS. Come to the YWCA for the kick off of TechGYRLS. The Einstein Project will host their Makerspace at the YWCA for campers to experience a variety of STEAM activities.
Registration Information
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3/3/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/17/25
Tu - 9:15 am - 11:45 am
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Register Closes 06/17/2025 |
2. Bellin Health
Girls will get a chance to experience Physical Therapy using assistive devices, Care of a Newborn infant, and Radiology and how x-rays are taken and how they work. Girls will see a surgery suite and how to get into surgery attire and do some hands on nursing care of working with some wounds.
Registration Information
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1/1/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/24/25
Tu - 12:15 pm - 3:30 pm
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Register Closes 06/24/2025 |
3. Einstein Project
Learn Computer-aided design (CAD) and 3 D printing. Each participant will design a project.
Registration Information
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3/1/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/30/25
We - 8:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Register Closes 06/30/2025 |
4. University of Wisconsin Madison
In person STEAM experience on the UW Madison campus, complete with a short campus tour. Board the bus in the morning at YWCA for a fun day at UW Madison. Bring your own lunch as we will eat on campus. Guardians and parents are welcome. This site visit details will be forthcoming. We are envisioning leaving the YWCA around 8:00 am and returning around 5:30pm.
Registration Information
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3/3/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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07/08/25
Tu - 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
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5. NWTC Engineering Department
Visit NWTC to explore innovative careers in high-tech fields! Join us in our real-world learning labs for hands-on activities. We will do two activities, one that is focused on Engineering and one that is focused on Trades.
Registration Information
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3/3/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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07/16/25
We - 12:45 pm - 4:00 pm
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Register Closes 07/16/2025 |
6. Ayres Associates
The Ayres TechGYRLS site visit will have two components. The first component will be in the office where the girls will look through engineering plans and get a general overview presentation on engineering. The second portion of the program will have a construction site visit and opportunity to see a drone in action.
Registration Information
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3/3/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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07/23/25
We - 7:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Register Closes 07/23/2025 |
7. Aurora BayCare Medical Center
Aurora BayCare Medical Center is excited to host a STEAM event on
Girls will have the opportunity to attend a special medical conference! This event will feature hands-on workshops, interactive demonstrations, and insightful talks led by Aurora BayCare’s female providers.
From exploring the wonders of anatomy through simulations to learning about the latest advancements in medical technology, this event aims to inspire and empower young girls to pursue their interests in STEAM fields. Come discover the endless possibilities and ignite your passion for innovation and discovery at our STEAM event!
Registration Information
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3/3/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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07/29/25
Tu - 12:45 pm - 4:00 pm
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8. University of Green Bay
Explore what the College of Science, Engineering and Technology has to offer by engaging in various hands-on activities in the STEM field.
Registration Information
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3/3/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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08/05/25
Tu - 8:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Register Closes 08/05/2025 |
9. Green Bay Metro
Technology and Transits, adults welcome too. Come learn how the transit system works and read a bus map by taking the bus. These skills are useful in understanding how to use mass transit systems across America. Reading bus schedules may come in handy for girls who choose to attend higher education opportunities, travel, or for future employment.
Registration Information
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1/1/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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08/12/25
Tu - 12:45 pm - 4:00 pm
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Register Closes 08/12/2025 |
10. Ahlstrom
Come learn how toilet paper is made. Take a tour of the plant and participate in a hands on activity enhancing STEAM. The paper industry is a primary employer and product of Wisconsin.
Registration Information
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3/3/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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08/20/25
We - 12:15 pm - 4:15 pm
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Register Closes 08/20/2025 |
11. Schreiber Foods
We will have 3 different stations/activities.
- An activity in our corporate laboratory exploring how natural colors change with varying pH levels.
- An activity with our IT team visiting our server room and learning about Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- A sensory activity where we will taste/smell/touch/see different strawberry flavors in a yogurt base.
Registration Information
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3/3/25 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 5.00 | $ 5.00 |
Available Sessions
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08/26/25
Tu - 9:15 am - 12:30 pm
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Register Closes 08/26/2025 |