The SUNY Poly Spotlight Series is a robust collection of camps for kids and teens as well as events and workshops for people of all ages. Showcasing the expertise of SUNY Poly faculty and staff and our Mohawk Valley community, the series provides opportunities for fun and learning in the areas of STEM, the arts, athletics, wellness, and more.
Have an idea for an event? Email us at events@sunypoly.edu and let us know!
The gold listings are workshops or camps for middle and/or high school students with specific age ranges.
The green listings are athletic camps for middle and/or high school students with specific age ranges.
The blue listings are events and workshops for community members of all ages.
| 🌍 The Origins of Life Through the Lens of a Physicist: Why Biodiversity Matters: 5/22/26 (All Ages) |
Date: Friday, May 22
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Student Center, Multi-Purpose Room, SUNY Polytechnic Institute, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502
Presenter: Dr. Emilio Cobanera, Professor of Physics and Director of the Center for Safe and Secure AI Robotics at SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Description: How did life begin on Earth — and why does it take so many forms? In recognition of the International Day of Biological Diversity, physicist Dr. Emilio Cobanera explores the origins of life from a scientific perspective, connecting physics, chemistry, and biology to explain how simple matter evolved into the extraordinary diversity of living organisms we see today. This engaging, family-friendly talk will spark curiosity about our place in the universe and the forces that shaped life on our planet.
Fee: Free/RSVP Required
Deadline: Register by Friday, May 22 at Noon
Participants: 30 (Max)
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| 🏀 Boys and Girls Basketball Camp: 6/29/26 - 7/2/26 (Pre-Collegiate Athletic Camp, Ages 7-14) |
Date: Monday, June 29 – Thursday, July 2
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Wildcat Field House, SUNY Polytechnic Institute, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502
Presenter: Rob Schoener and Jessica Skelton, Head Basketball Coaches for SUNY Polytechnic Institute Wildcat Athletics
Description: Come join the SUNY Poly Men's & Women's Basketball Coaches for four days of basketball fun! Days will consist of small group instruction in areas such as shooting, passing, defense & other skills. Team games will take place culminating in camp championships and there will be various contests & competitions throughout the week. Lunch in the Student Center is included in the cost of registration.
Fee: $200.00 per person
Deadline: Register by Friday, June 27 at Noon
Participants: 120 (Max)
Age Range: 7 years old - 14 years old
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