This summer, UAH will once again host Tech Trek, a weeklong residential science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) summer camp for rising eighth-grade girls. But unlike last year, the camp will take place a month early – from June 21-27 – with nominations accepted through Feb. 13, 2015. Tech Trek, which is sponsored by the American Association of University Women (AAUW), immerses girls in a world that empowers and encourages them to think about themselves as future scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and computer specialists. It has a demonstrated history of success in breaking through barriers for women and girls in STEM, with Tech Trek alumnae far exceeding their contemporaries in participation and persistence in STEM education and careers.