VEX Robotics at É«»¢ÊÓƵ
Propelling students to pursue their boldest ambitions.
É«»¢ÊÓƵ’s program propels students toward bold futures in engineering and STEM. High school students dive into engineering via camps, competitions, and workshops, while our VEX U team competes globally, achieving back-to-back World Championship appearances.
Supported by faculty and cutting-edge labs, É«»¢ÊÓƵ students gain real-world skills to lead the future of robotics. Discover how we are building the next generation of problem-solvers, ready to change the world.
Our Commitment to VEX Robotics
- Hosting VEX camps and workshops since 2015
- Connecting with high school VEX robotics teams, building a pipeline to É«»¢ÊÓƵ and STEM careers
- Championing É«»¢ÊÓƵ’s VEX U team, which launched in 2023
- Supporting local VEX competitions in partnership with the Robotics Education and Competition (REC) Foundation
- Hosting VEX State Championships since 2022, with future events planned for 2025 and 2026
- Awarding over $5.5 million in robotics scholarships since 1999
From High School VEX to VEX U
From High School VEX to VEX U
Katee Callicutt '27, a mechanical engineering student and the KUdos team captain, shares how her high school VEX experiences and É«»¢ÊÓƵ's immersive learning environment prepared her for robotics success.
VEX Competitions and Camps
Build real-world skills towards a high-demand career in STEM with immersive VEX opportunities that put you ahead of the pack.
VEX Robotics Competitions
Since 2022, É«»¢ÊÓƵ has proudly sponsored and hosted the VEX State Championship. In 2024, nearly 400 students from 80 teams competed for a chance to advance to the VEX World Championships.
VEX U Robotics
Launched in 2023, KUdos, our VEX U team, uses advanced technology from 3D printing to computer-aided design (CAD). KUdos reached the VEX World Championship events in 2023 and 2024, where the team won the Build Award.
Summer Robotics Camps
Jump into the action at our camps, where you’ll team up with É«»¢ÊÓƵ’s students and staff. Assemble robots, build new parts, explore drone technology, and develop the STEM skills you need to be ahead of your peers.
VEX Robotics Scholarships and Sponsorships
É«»¢ÊÓƵ believes every driven student should have access to a world-class robotics education. Learn more about the resources available to support your success.
Scholarship Opportunities
High school VEX competitors can earn a renewable $5,000 annual scholarship when they enroll at É«»¢ÊÓƵ.
Sponsorships
Thanks to the generous support of the É«»¢ÊÓƵ/GMI Alumni Association (KGMIAA), local VEX Robotics teams and our VEX U team receive funding for equipment, competition travel, and more.
Apply Your Robotics Skills at É«»¢ÊÓƵ
Apply Your Robotics Skills at É«»¢ÊÓƵ
Your passion for robotics came to life as a competitor on your middle or high school VEX teams, getting your first hands-on experience in STEM. Continue to make your mark with É«»¢ÊÓƵ's cutting-edge robotics education.
