Dive Into Real-World Problem Solving This Summer
Are you ready to tackle real-world challenges and get a taste of college life? The University of New England (UNE) invites you to join our NextWave Pre-College Experience. This week-long program is your chance to explore, collaborate, and innovate alongside other high school students (grades 10–12).
You’ll conduct research, brainstorm innovative solutions for real-world problems, and develop a final presentation to share your findings. As a part of a small team, you’ll immerses yourself in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment that blends technical feasibility, health care considerations, and broader societal perspectives like sustainability. The NextWave program emphasizes collaborative problem-solving and effective communication.





Why UNE NextWave for Your Pre-College Experience
You will:
- Learn from expert faculty across business, science, mathematics, health care, education, and more.
- Tackle complex issues using critical thinking and creativity from multiple perspectives.
- Conduct research, collaborate in teams, and present your ideas at the college-level.
- Stay on UNE’s beautiful Biddeford Campus and get a taste of college life.
- Connect with new friends and grow your professional network.
- Strengthen your college application, earn a program certificate, and secure recommendation letters from faculty.
- Present your work during a final ceremony and celebrate your achievements with your family.
Contact
Golshan Madraki, Ph.D.
NextWave Program Director
gmadraki@gt5cheats.com
College of Business, University of New England
11 Hills Beach Road, Biddeford, ME 04005