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Campus Alert
Update on Facilities Emergency

Following the electrical incident originating in Building 42, significant progress has been made in assessing the affected facilities. Power is expected to be restored to Buildings 38, 39, 43 and 47 within the next several hours.

Buildings 32 and 42 will remain closed through the end of this week while additional assessments are completed and necessary repairs are implemented.

Academic Operations

  • SEAS will remain on Emergency Remote Instruction (ERI) through the end of the week.
  • Classes for all non-SEAS students will resume normal operations.
  • Classes at the Law School, Community College, Congress Heights and the DCA Aviation Hangar will continue as scheduled.

Administrative Operations

  • Administrative and support functions at the Van Ness campus will resume normal business operations.

SEAS Faculty, Staff and Students

SEAS staff should contact their supervisors regarding remote work expectations. SEAS faculty should coordinate with their supervisors regarding ERI and may contact CAL for instructional technology support, including Blackboard, Zoom and Webex, at [email protected].

The safety of our students, faculty, staff, and community remains our highest priority. We will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available.

For safety concerns, contact OPSEM at 202-274-5050. For emergencies, call 911.

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Youth Development Programs

UDC-CAUSES Summer Camps 2026

UDC-CAUSES offers free hands-on youth camps in Washington, D.C. Explore STEM, sports, agriculture, nutrition and more.

Data STEAAM Summer Camp Participants 2025

Data STEAAM Summer Camp

UDC-CAUSES and Data Science Camp Inc. offer a six-week in-person business intelligence program for DC high school students (ages 14-18). The Data Science, Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Agriculture, and Mathematics (STEAAM) camp program is designed to recruit and immerse students in an intensive, project-based initiative to use data analytics to address critical issues of public policy. Participants will gain hands-on research experiences with real-world methods and industry experts; mastering data mining, data assessment, and critical thinking—tools that open doors to your future generations.

Participants will:
  • Address agriculture, architecture and energy policy challenges
  • Explore campus simulation labs, urban food labs, and research farms
  • Discover data science, engineering and architecture careers
  • Construct 3D models to support their research

Dates: June 29 - Aug. 7

APPLY

Participant at Hydroponics Better Nutrition Summer Camp 2025

Urban Hydroponic Farming Summer Camp

Discover how to grow fresh vegetables and produce using cutting-edge hydroponic technology. High school students (ages 14-18) learn how to grow fresh foods and harvest in small spaces through our hands-on hydroponics program, which is a soilless environment to grow fruits and vegetables.

Participants will gain knowledge:
  • Grow nutrient powerhouses using vertical farming
  • Master the process from seed to harvest
  • Discover nutritional benefits of fresh produce
  • Gain skills for urban farming in small spaces
  • Explore urban agriculture business opportunities
  • Serve as local vendors at the UDC Farmers Markets

Dates: July 20 - July 25

Register

Participants at Architecture Summer Camp 2025

Architecture Summer Camp

Explore the creative world of architectural design at our Architecture Summer Camp. Over five hands-on days, participants (grades 9–12) will sketch real designs, build physical models, and use cutting-edge tools like AI, laser cutting, and 3D printing to bring their ideas to life.

Participants will gain knowledge:
  • Architectural thinking: Explore space, form, and structure like a real architect
  • Design process: Develop ideas through sketching and digital modeling
  • AI-assisted design: Use artificial intelligence to generate and refine architectural concepts
  • Digital fabrication: Bring your designs to life with laser cutting and 3D printing
  • Presentation skills: Learn how to communicate your ideas visually and verbally
  • Final project: Design and build your own small-scale architectural model from concept to prototype

Dates: July 13 - July 17

Register

Participants in 4-H Soccer Program

UDC 4-H Summer Soccer Program

The UDC 4-H Summer Soccer Program serves district youth aged 12-19 years old through pre-season conditioning and competitive league play.

Participants will:
  • Build physical health, competitive edge, character development, & cognitive development skills
  • Learn about nutrition and long-term healthy living objectives
  • Boost athletic confidence, enhance self-esteem, and fitness activity
  • Connect with teammates, build lifelong fitness habits, & create healthy lifestyles

The Summer Soccer League offers three divisions (U19 boys, U19 girls, U12 coed). Games are played at Columbia Heights Educational Campus and the UDC soccer field. Players develop skills on and off the field through competitive play.

Dates: June 22 - Aug. 14

Coaches are encouraged to register their teams to compete across three divisions (U19 boys, U19 girls, and U12 coed) at Columbia Heights Educational Campus and the UDC soccer field. Parents interested in enrolling their child are encouraged to reach out to their local coach or team to inquire about available spots.


For more information about this camp, contact the 4-H Project Associate. 

Questions?

Participants of the GZEP Summer Camp 2025

Green Zone Environmental Program (GZEP)

The D.C. Department of Energy and Environment's (DOEE) Green Zone Environmental Summer Program offers youth (ages 14-24) environmental education and career training in sustainability, energy, water, wildlife and natural resources.

Participants will:
  • Install rain gardens
  • Work in native plant greenhouses
  • Collect seeds and remove invasive plants
  • Maintain trees and beautify neighborhoods
  • Provide conservation services across the District
  • Learn from DOEE professionals, Master Naturalists and environmental experts

Participants develop job skills in environmental science, sustainability and urban conservation while making direct community impact.

Dates: June 29 - Aug. 7

To register for this program, apply for the Mayor Marion S. Barry's Summer Youth Employment Program (MBSYEP) and select Environmental Jobs. 

Questions?

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The College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability, and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES)
4200 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20008
202-274-7124
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