STEAM Summer Institute
Exploring Health Science Careers
Since 1995, students from all over the country have participated in the Na-ha-shnee STEAM summer program. This three-day summer day camp at Washington State University Spokane invites youth to discover health science careers through hands-on learning experiences taught by healthcare providers, WSU Spokane faculty, and health sciences students.
Participants explore life on the WSU Spokane campus and gain exposure to healthcare professions.
Who Can Participate
The day camp is designed for high school students interested in the health sciences or Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) fields and have completed grades 9-12 by spring 2025.
Held on the WSU Spokane campus, all expenses, such as food, educational materials, and cultural activities, are paid.
Training Topics and Skills:
- First aid and CPR training
- Traditional medicine
- Native American elder teachings
- Leadership skills
Meet Aurora
I participated in this program because I wanted to explore careers. My mom got me into this program last year and I am so grateful she decided to get me involved. Na-ha-shnee has been one of the best experiences I’ve ever had and I will always remember and be grateful for these experiences with NAHS.
Aurora Whiskeyjack,
2021 & 2022 Na-ha-shnee Participant
Institute Sponsors
Each year the summer institute is made possible by the generous contributions of its sponsors. This year’s sponsors include the Kalispel Tribe, Eastern Washington University, Lummi Nation, Muckleshoot Casino, David and Dorothy Pierce Trust, Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe, Snoqualmie Tribe, Quinault Indian Nation, STCU, Wells Fargo, as well as the Trude E. Smith funds.