Mini Miners College Fun Day
Inspiring Young Learners Through Exploration and Discovery
Mini Miners College Fun Days (MMCFD) is UTEP Innovation in Outreach's signature elementary outreach program, designed to introduce young students to the world of higher education through engaging, interactive, and memorable experiences.
Hosted on the UTEP campus, this annual event welcomes elementary students from across the region for a day of exploration, learning, and fun. Participants have the opportunity to experience a university campus, interact with UTEP faculty, staff, and students, and discover the many possibilities that education can provide.
Through hands-on activities, educational workshops, demonstrations, and campus experiences, students are encouraged to dream big, explore their interests, and begin imagining themselves as future college students.
Students May Have Opportunities To:
- Explore the UTEP campus
- Participate in hands-on STEM and educational activities
- Learn about college and career pathways
- Engage with university departments and student organizations
- Experience interactive learning opportunities
- Build confidence and future aspirations
- Discover how education can help them achieve their goals
Why Mini Miners?
MMCFD is designed to spark imagination, encourage exploration, and create excitement about learning. Through engaging campus experiences and interactive activities, students have the opportunity to discover new interests, connect with the university environment, and begin envisioning the possibilities that await them in the future.
Our goal is to create meaningful experiences that inspire students to dream big, explore their potential, and embrace lifelong learning. ✨
Who Can Participate?
MMCFD is designed for elementary school students (3rd, 4th, and 5th grade) and is offered through participating schools and districts.
Important Information
Mini Miners College Fun Days is offered once each academic year. Participation is subject to event availability, registration requirements, and program capacity.
