Gather at the UC Irvine campus for a guided tour of the Institute for Mathematical Sciences (IMS) where students will engage in interactive problem‑solving stations and meet graduate mentors. Afterward, explore the UCI Bren Hall atrium, which showcases cutting‑edge research displays and a live demonstration of fractal generation.
Head to the UCI Arboretum for a nature‑inspired math walk, linking patterns in plant growth to Fibonacci sequences, then visit the nearby Irvine Spectrum Center where a pop‑up math puzzle kiosk challenges groups to solve real‑world geometry riddles while enjoying a light lunch at the food court.
Conclude the day at the Orange County Great Park’s Great Balloon ride platform, where a brief astronomy‑themed talk connects celestial coordinates to trigonometry. Finish with dinner at a family‑friendly pizza restaurant that offers a “Math Night” menu featuring fraction‑based toppings for a fun, educational twist.