Welcome to the Cal State LA’s College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology (ECST) LAunchPad Summer Program. LAunchPad 2020 is a two-week virtual summer program at Cal State LA where you learn about the exciting ways engineers and computer scientists make the world a better place. Explore the fields of civil engineering, computer and electrical engineering, computing science, mechanical engineering, technology and discover how choosing to study in these majors looks like in a career after college.
Engineers and Computer Scientist working in the field will serve as panelists to explain what their jobs involve and to share their experiences to help you better understand the field. Along the way, you’ll make new friends, meet our ECST students and faculty, and get to learn more about our College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology.
We hope you enjoy your two weeks on our virtual LAunchPad program, and that you consider applying to ECST this Fall when it’s time for your college applications. Check out the schedule below for more details!
LAunchPad 2020 Schedule
ACTIVITIES FROM 9 AM - 12 PM
Week 1
Week 2
Recognition

LAunchPad In The News
The Cal State LA LAunchPad program has been featured on various news networks. Watch and read first-hand what students got out of their LAunchPad experience.
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A study revealed that after participating in LAunchPad, the students' interest in pursuing an engineering or computer science career increased by 29%.
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Our Sponsors
Thank you to our supporters for making this program possible.
Contact Kevin Doody at [email protected] for sponsorship opportunities.
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Welcome to the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology (ECST) at Cal State LA! At ECST, students, faculty, alumni, and industry partners alike are engaging with our communities and empowering each other to share, connect and thrive.
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