Discover Your Future This Summer
DiscoverU (formerly SummerU) at Kennesaw State University's Community and Professional Education offers engaging summer camps for middle and high school students who want to explore career paths, build real-world skills, and experience life on a college campus.
Students can choose from hands-on camps in culinary arts, baking and pastry, computer-aided design (CAD), medical skills, career readiness, and aerospace engineering. These week-long programs give rising middle and high school students the opportunity to learn from industry professionals while gaining confidence, creativity, and practical skills.
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First Day of Camps
June 1 • 9:00 AM ET
2026 Camp Schedule
Browse our summer camps for high school students and choose a session by date. Registration status and pricing update in real time.
KSU Center

Baking and Pastry Basics
$499Master new baking techniques and discover a passion for crafting delicious baked goods from scratch.

Baking Finishing Touches
$499Discover the art of finishing touches! Creatively design professional desserts with frosting, chocolate, sugar work and more.

AutoCAD
Full $499Explore computer-aided design tools and discover how to draft, model and visualize real-world engineering or architecture projects.

Chef's Master Class
almost full $499Embark on a culinary adventure by discovering global cuisines while learning the basics of kitchen and food safety alongside a professional chef.

Baking and Pastry Basics
almost full $499Master new baking techniques and discover a passion for crafting delicious baked goods from scratch.

Medical Skills
almost full $499Practice hands-on healthcare basics like vital signs, first aid and patient care simulations while discovering career options with our nurse instructor.

Chef's Master Class
$499Embark on a culinary adventure by discovering global cuisines while learning the basics of kitchen and food safety alongside a professional chef.

Adulting 101
$399Learn skills that will help you discover what's next after high school by putting you on the road to adulthood.

Medical Skills
$499Practice hands-on healthcare basics like vital signs, first aid and patient care simulations while discovering career options with our nurse instructor.
Marietta Campus

Aerospace Engineering
almost full $350Explore aviation and aerospace engineering through interactive labs, flight simulations, and real-world design challenges.

Aerospace Engineering
almost full $350Explore aviation and aerospace engineering through interactive labs, flight simulations, and real-world design challenges.
Baking and Pastry Basics — June 1–5
×This week-long immersive experience is perfect for aspiring bakers and pastry enthusiasts! You will explore the fundamentals of baking, from mastering essential techniques to creating delicious treats. Each day will feature hands-on experience with different baking methods and ingredients. From breads and pastries to cakes and confections, participants will refine their skills while indulging in the art of baking. This experience can be standalone but also compliments and expands on our DiscoverU Baking and Pastry Finishing Touches course, and also provides a great introduction to the Baking and Pastry Certificate program which will be offered soon at Kennesaw State University's Community and Professional Education. Learn all about Baking and Pastry camp at DiscoverU.
Baking Finishing Touches — June 8–12
×This week-long immersive experience is perfect for aspiring bakers and pastry enthusiasts! Each day will feature hands-on experience with different baking and pastry finishing skills. Learn techniques in artistically designing and decorating cakes, pastries, cookies and more. Work with icings, frostings, fondant, chocolate and sugars to garnish and embellish pastries, all while building new skills and fine-tuning decorating finesse. This experience can be standalone but also compliments and expands on our DiscoverU Baking and Pastry program, and also provides a great introduction to the Baking & Pastry Certificate program which will be offered soon at Kennesaw State University's Community and Professional Education. Learn all about Baking and Pastry camp at DiscoverU.
Aerospace Engineering — June 15-19
×Throughout the week, students will explore the history of flight, aircraft components, propulsion systems, spaceflight, and modern aerospace technology. Participants will design, build, and test model aircraft and drones, experience realistic flight simulators, and compete in a high-energy drone flight competition. Students will also engage in computer-based modeling and gain exposure to industry environments, including a professional aerospace laboratory visit and a Lockheed Museum tour. Campers will develop problem-solving skills, technical confidence, and teamwork abilities while being challenged in a fun, structured, and inspiring environment. Whether your student is curious about aviation or already dreaming of a future in aerospace engineering, this camp provides an exciting introduction to potential STEM career pathways. No prior experience is required — just curiosity, creativity, and a passion for discovery.
Aerospace Engineering — July 13-17
×Throughout the week, students will explore the history of flight, aircraft components, propulsion systems, spaceflight, and modern aerospace technology. Participants will design, build, and test model aircraft and drones, experience realistic flight simulators, and compete in a high-energy drone flight competition. Students will also engage in computer-based modeling and gain exposure to industry environments, including a professional aerospace laboratory visit and a Lockheed Museum tour. Campers will develop problem-solving skills, technical confidence, and teamwork abilities while being challenged in a fun, structured, and inspiring environment. Whether your student is curious about aviation or already dreaming of a future in aerospace engineering, this camp provides an exciting introduction to potential STEM career pathways. No prior experience is required — just curiosity, creativity, and a passion for discovery.
AutoCAD — June 22–26
×Discover the power of AutoCAD in this dynamic one-week program designed for high school students interested in architecture, engineering, or design! This hands-on program introduces the fundamentals of computer-aided design (CAD), equipping students with essential skills in 2D drafting, precision drawing and basic 3D modeling. Through engaging projects and expert instruction, students will learn to navigate AutoCAD’s interface, create technical drawings and apply core design principles. By the end of the week, students will complete a portfolio-ready project while gaining insight into potential careers in engineering, architecture and product design. No prior experience is needed—just creativity and a passion for problem-solving! Join us for a fast-paced and exciting introduction to the world of digital design. Learn more about AutoCAD Camp at DiscoverU.
Chef's Master Class — June 22–26
×This week-long intensive at DiscoverU is designed to introduce many of the basic cooking methods while taking your palate on a food adventure experiencing taste and culture from the four corners of the planet. Each day we will make a complete meal from a different food tradition. Knife skills, cooking methods, ingredient identification, and food safety are incorporated into this course, which provides a good introduction to the Culinary Apprenticeship Certificate offered at Kennesaw State University's, Community and Professional Education.
Baking and Pastry Basics — July 6–10
×This week-long immersive experience is perfect for aspiring bakers and pastry enthusiasts! You will explore the fundamentals of baking, from mastering essential techniques to creating delicious treats. Each day will feature hands-on experience with different baking methods and ingredients. From breads and pastries to cakes and confections, participants will refine their skills while indulging in the art of baking. This experience can be standalone but also compliments and expands on our DiscoverU Baking and Pastry Finishing Touches course, and also provides a great introduction to the Baking & Pastry Certificate program which will be offered soon at Kennesaw State University's Community and Professional Education. Learn all about Baking and Pastry camp at DiscoverU.
Medical Skills — July 6–10
×Explore the exciting world of healthcare in this immersive one-week summer program designed for high school students interested in medicine. Through hands-on activities, interactive lessons and real-world simulations, students will learn essential medical skills, including patient assessments, vital sign monitoring, basic mock suturing and emergency response. Guided by experienced instructors, participants will gain foundational knowledge in anatomy, medical terminology, and laboratory techniques. Whether considering a future in healthcare or simply curious about the field, this camp offers a dynamic introduction to the skills and knowledge used by medical professionals.
Chef's Master Class — July 13–17
×This week-long intensive at DiscoverU is designed to introduce many of the basic cooking methods while taking your palate on a food adventure experiencing taste and culture from the four corners of the planet. Each day we will make a complete meal from a different food tradition. Knife skills, cooking methods, ingredient identification and food safety are incorporated into this course, which provides a good introduction to the Culinary Apprenticeship Certificate offered at Kennesaw State University's Community and Professional Education.
Adulting 101 — July 13–17
×Spend a week learning skills that will help prepare you for what's next in your life as a young adult. This camp combines practical skills - how to apply to college and succeed once you get there, prepare for a job interview and explore different career paths, meal plan, plant a garden, develop a budget, learn basic first aid skills, community-building skills and so much more - with strategies to help smooth the transition to what comes after high school. Learn more about Adulting 101 camp at DiscoverU.
Medical Skills — July 20–24
×Explore the exciting world of healthcare in this immersive one-week summer program designed for high school students interested in medicine. Through hands-on activities, interactive lessons and real-world simulations, students will learn essential medical skills, including patient assessments, vital sign monitoring, basic mock suturing and emergency response. Guided by experienced instructors, participants will gain foundational knowledge in anatomy, medical terminology and laboratory techniques. Whether considering a future in healthcare or simply curious about the field, this camp offers a dynamic introduction to the skills and knowledge used by medical professionals.
Join us for Open House
Join us for Open House on the first Wednesday of each month at the KSU center from 5:30–6:30 PM to learn more about DiscoverU.
Why Choose DiscoverU?
At DiscoverU, students do more than attend a summer camp. Students explore potential career paths, build confidence, and experience life on a college campus. Through hands-on learning and collaborative projects, students think creatively, develop practical skills, and connect with peers who share similar interests.
Our experienced instructors provide personalized guidance, real-world career insights, and engaging instruction designed to help middle and high school students learn, grow, and have fun in a supportive environment.


Past Experiences
Get a feel for the projects, people, and energy from previous summers. Real students. Real work. Real fun.
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Contact the DiscoverU Team
Reach Us
Email: discoveru@kennesaw.edu
Phone: 470-578-6765
Address: KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Dr NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Join our ambitious students discovering their future this summer.
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