May 2026 Python Boot Camp
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Programming Boot Camp will be held in-person in May 2026.
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Fee waivers may be available for non-GGC students who meet academic criteria (GPA of 3.3 or higher). |
Purpose
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Prepare Students for Success in Programming Courses
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Group students who have been exposed to programming (Java or Python) and want a refresher to prepare for other IT classes
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Facilitate student engagement with peers, faculty, and industry professionals
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Offer industry insights and professional development through guest speakers and field trips.
Schedule
Schedule
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Wednesday,May 13, 2026 |
8:30 - 9:00 am |
Breakfast |
9:00 - 9:30 am |
Pre-Test (newbies, intermediate, and advanced classes: Dr. Evelyn Brannock, Dr. Wei Jin, and Dr. Sebastien Siva ) |
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9:30 - 11:15 am |
Programming 1 (newbies, intermediate, and advanced classes: Dr. Evelyn Brannock, Dr. Wei Jin, and Dr. Sebastien Siva ) |
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11:30 am - 12:30 pm |
Dr. Joseph Ametepe, Dean, School of Science and Technology |
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12:30 - 1:00 pm |
Lunch |
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1:15 - 2:30 pm |
Programming 2 (newbies, intermediate, and advanced classes: Dr. Evelyn Brannock, Dr. Wei Jin, and Dr. Sebastien Siva) |
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2:45 - 3:45 pm |
Invited Guest Speaker |
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4:00 - 5:00 pm |
Invited Guest Speaker |
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Thursday, May 14, 2026 |
8:30 - 9:00 am |
Breakfast |
9:00 - 11:15 am |
Programming 3 & 4 (newbies, intermediate, and advanced classes: Dr. Evelyn Brannock, Dr. Wei Jin, and Dr. Sebastien Siva ) |
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11:15 am - 12:15 pm |
Dr. Cindy Robertson, Associate Dean of School of Science and Technology |
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12:15 - 1:00 pm |
Lunch |
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1:00 - 3:15 pm |
Programming 5 & 6 (newbies, intermediate, and advanced classes: Dr. Evelyn Brannock, Dr. Wei Jin, and Dr. Sebastien Siva ) |
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3:30 - 5:00 pm |
Google - Meetup |
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Friday, May 15, 2026 |
8:30 - 9 am |
Breakfast |
9 - 11:00 am |
Programming 7 (newbies, intermediate, and advanced classes: Dr. Evelyn Brannock, Dr. Wei Jin, and Dr. Sebastien Siva - A 1930, A 1910, A 1900,1710) |
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11:00 - 11:30 pm |
Dr. Chavonda Mills, Provost |
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11:30 - 12:30 pm |
Invited Guest Speaker |
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12:30 - 1:10 pm |
Lunch |
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1:15 - 2:15 pm |
Post-Test and Post Survey (newbies, intermediate, and advanced classes: Dr. Evelyn Brannock, Dr. Wei Jin, and Dr. Sebastien Siva) |
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2:30 - 3:30 pm |
Keynote Speaker Series |
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3:30 - 4:30 pm |
Closing Ceremony |
Upcoming Boot Camps
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Boot Camp #6: January 2026 - Intermediate and Advanced Java
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Boot Camp #7: Spring 2026 (3 Saturdays) - Roblox
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Boot Camp #8: May 2026 - Python
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Boot Camp #9: July 2026 - Java I & II
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Boot Camp #10: Fall 2026 (3 Saturdays) - Algorithm & AI
Previous Boot Camps
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Boot Camp #1: January 2025 - Intermediate and Advanced Java
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Boot Camp #2: May 2025 - Python
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Boot Camp #3: July 2025 - Java I & II
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Mini Boot Camp A: September and October 2025 - Code & Connect: Java Meets Raspberry Pi
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Boot Camp #4: Fall 2025 (3 Saturdays in October) - JavaScript
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Boot Camp #5: Fall 2025 (2 Saturdays in November) - Data Analytics
Thanks To Our Supporters
Note: Expansion of the bootcamp program has been generously supported by a two-year grant from Google LLC.