The Lawrence Hall of Science
The public science center of the University of California, Berkeley.
Open Wed-Sun 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Animal Discovery Zone 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
We’ll bring our science programs to you.
We partner with school districts to support science learning. We offer district-wide elementary, middle, and high school programs, either virtually or in-person.
We collaborate with a range of partners to innovate in science education. Together, we go further.
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Are you curious about how animals behave and why they do things the way they do? In this program, you’ll delve into the science of animal behavior, learning how researchers decode the motivations behind animal actions in both natural and controlled environments. Through hands-on activities, you’ll explore key techniques used in the field, from behavioral observation to experimental design. You’ll also have the opportunity to conduct your own research project, applying these methods to investigate animal behavior firsthand. This is your chance to gain practical experience, develop critical research skills, and explore a dynamic field at the intersection of biology and psychology.
Parents are invited at 4 p.m. on the last day for teens to share their projects.
Session 1: 06/23/2025 – 06/27/2025 Optional Residential Add-on runs Sunday, June 22, 5:00 p.m. to Friday, June 27, 5:00 p.m. Residential add-on includes additional programming, on-campus housing, breakfast, and dinner. Limited spots available! Residential Tuition: $1,255
Session 4: 07/21/2025 – 07/25/2025No Residential Option
Wake-up for residential teens! Residential teens enjoy breakfast & walk together to campus
All teens sign in with instructorsWelcome activities and icebreakersOpening Circle- group check-in and framing the dayExplore STEM concepts and hands-on investigations in your trackMid-morning break with teens from other tracksHands-on investigations and exploration cont.
Lunch break in campus cafeteria Social time with teens from other tracks
Continued investigations and explorations in your trackVarious lab tours and guest speakersAfternoon break with teens from other tracksClosing Circle- reflection prompts and preview of what’s ahead
College Pathways ProgrammingCampus or other tours Meet and talk to current college students Meet and talk to professionals from a range of STEM career fields
Commuter teens sign out with instructorsResidential teens walk together to dorms and enjoy some well deserved downtime
DinnerEvening program Free time
Lights Out!