Western Engineering Summer Academy (WESA)

What is WESA? 

Western Engineering Summer Academy (WESA) is designed for students going into Grades 7 to 12. The program offers students opportunities to explore various disciplines of engineering, learn about university life, and enhance their extracurriculars with experiential learning.

The theme of this year’s WESA program is “Exploring Engineering”. The program is open to all students going into Grades 7 to 12; there is no special experience required. During WESA, you’ll experience various disciplines of engineering through:

• facility tours
• hands-on STEM activities
• collaborative team challenges
• opportunities to meet Western faculty and staff members

Western Engineering Outreach staff are mindful of the range of experience and prior knowledge WESA participants bring to camp and regularly check in with participants throughout the week. Activities are designed and selected to be appropriate for a range of grades and are flexible based on the grade of the participant. WESA participants are supervised by senior camp staff at all times to support their participation and engagement.

WESA Dates & Times

This summer, WESA will feature the same one-week program that is repeated over three weeks. Therefore, students going into Grades 7 to 12 should register for only one session. Please note this is a change from previous years.

We look forward to seeing you at one of the following WESA weeks.

• July 14 to 18 → This week is “Just for Girls”. We welcome all who identify.
• July 28 to August 1 → This week is open to all
• August 11 to 15  → This week is open to all

WESA runs from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday, except holidays. Lunch is from 12:00 to 1:00 pm daily.

2025 Registration Info

Registration is open!

Read the registration information below and visit our registration portal to register.

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Register your child for a Western Engineering Outreach program using the Outreach Registration Portal, then pay your invoice using Western’s Purple Pay form. Your spot is not secure until payment has been received.

How to register:

(1) Pick your camp weeks using the Registration Portal & Check Out

(2) After Check Out you will receive a confirmation email with an invoice number and amount due along with a link to a Purple Pay payment form

(3) Pay your invoice by credit card using the “Payment for WE Outreach Programming” form on Purple Pay. Your spot is not secure until you have paid.

Your registration is not complete until you have paid your invoice.  Please pay your invoice within 5 business days to secure your spot(s). If you do not pay within 5 business days your child(ren) will be removed from the program. You can additionally access the Purple Pay form at weoutreach.purplepay.uwo.ca/ and selecting “Payment for WE Outreach Programming.”

Registration Tips:

• We are updating our Outreach Registration Portal. If you have not made a purchase since January 2023, you may be required to recreate a profile. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please contact us at discover@uwo.ca with any questions.
• To make your registration process as smooth as possible, please take some time to either create an account ahead of the registration date, or to make any updates to your camper’s profile! Go to the Discovery Western Registration Portal to create or update your account. 
• The cost of Discovery Western Summer Camp (SK - Grade 6) ranges from $275 to $325 based on the length of the week. The cost of WESA (Grade 7 - 12) is $350. Programs for students in Grade 9-12 are subject to HST charges, which are included in your cost of registration. The HST# for Western University is: 108162587RT001

For support, please contact us at discover@uwo.ca or 519-661-2111 x 88826.

Thank you for registering for a Western Engineering Outreach program!

WESA Cost

Cost is $350 (5-day-week).

Note: Programs for students in Grade 7-12 are subject to HST charges, which are included in your cost of registration. The HST# for Western University is: 108162587RT001

Bursary Program

Visit our bursary page for more information. 

Camper Behaviour and Code of Conduct

Western Engineering Outreach aims to offer STEM outreach experiences where everyone feels safe and included. We believe that STEM is for everyone. Our Code of Conduct and behavioural management approach help ensure the safety and inclusion of all participants and a fun and positive experience for all!

To help ensure all participants are safe and treated with dignity, all program participants must follow our Code of Conduct and understand our “Green Light – Yellow Light – Red Light” approach to behavioural management. Please see our Code of Conduct. While every effort will be made to correct inappropriate or harmful behaviour, our policy is that parents/guardians will be notified of such behaviours. If it continues, Discovery Western requires that the camper be sent home.

Discovery Western will not be held responsible for any costs associated with the camper’s dismissal, and no refund will be provided. 

Questions

Having trouble with our portal? Click here for frequently asked questions. To reach us, please email discover@uwo.ca or call 519-661-2111 x88826.

Cancellation Policy

Please see our cancellation policy.