Archive note: The June 22–25, 2026 camp has concluded. This page preserves its program information.

  Welcome to the AI and Quantum computing Summer Camp 2026! The camp was hosted by the Department of Physics and the URI AI lab, Institute for Artificial Intelligence & Computational Research (IACR). Together, participants explored the world of Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence. The camp was funded by a grant from the National Institute of Standards and Technology.  

About the Camp

This summer camp introduces students to foundational concepts in AI and quantum computing through guided activities, demos, and discussions led by URI faculty and students.
  • Dates: Monday, June 22 – Thursday, June 25, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Location: The Fascitelli Center for Advanced Engineering, Kingston Campus, University of Rhode Island
  • Audience: Local high school students
  • Format: Workshops + interactive sessions

Camp Activities

Students participating in a URI AI and quantum summer camp activity
  • Build and train simple neural networks using Scratch and Python
  • Explore quantum algorithms and their potential applications in AI
  • Participate in hands-on coding sessions and group projects
  • Engage with URI faculty and students working in AI and quantum computing

Registration Closed

Registration for the 2026 camp closed on June 1, 2026. The camp was free of charge and had a capacity of 30 students.

For questions about future camps, contact Indrani Mandal.

Meet Your Coordinators

Follow the links to meet your coordinators and contact them with any questions!