Aquinas College Summer Camps: Have Fun Exploring New Adventures with Jazz, Science, Ceramics, and Roleplay Gaming!

JOIN US FOR OUR AMAZING 2023 AQUINAS SUMMER CAMPS THIS YEAR!

To learn more about and register for each camp, please visit https://www.aquinas.edu/resources/aq-summer-camps

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Choose From Four Hands-On Camps at Aquinas College This Summer

1. *AQ SUMMER JAZZ CAMP*

The very popular AQ Jazz Camp has been a true treasure for West Michigan students for close to 40 years.

The faculty of the AQ Music Department, in collaboration with expert Jazz musicians from various parts of Michigan, are very excited to host the annual Jazz Camp again in 2023, coming back stronger than ever with this creative, expressive, and educational experience that has been enjoyed by so many young musicians!

DETAILS:

• For students in grades 6–12
• 10 half-tuition Scholarships are available for students with high financial needs
Scholarship Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSekB8YLfp7dhaFg2su-UJPJIkwlWvTZ6rDl-9599FZ-DnbyNg/viewform
• Sunday, June 11 | 2:30 pm–5:00 pm
• Mon – Fri, June 12–16 | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
• Aquinas College, Art and Music Center
• All camp instructors are recognized jazz masters whose careers as teachers and players are well established and widely respected.
• The Aquinas College Music Department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).

HIGHLIGHTS and CHOICES:
• Combos, big bands, faculty concerts, concerts featuring students with Faculty, Master classes and electives
• Jazz theory & analysis; Jazz composing & arranging; Jazz styles & rhythmic exploration; Jazz keyboard accompaniment; Jazz styles & Performance techniques (interpretation and improvisation)

FEE and REGISTRATION:
• $300 (until April 1)
• $325 (until May 1)
• $350 (until June 1*)
• *The camp fee includes all materials, classes, lunches and a camp T-Shirt! After June 1, registrations will only be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• AQ WEB: https://www.aquinas.edu/resources/aq-summer-camps, or
• EVENTBRITE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aquinas-college-2023-summer-jazz-camp-tickets-568880967287

2. *AQ SAINTS SCIENCE CAMP*
The AQ Science faculty are excited to host the Saints Science Camp again this year, building on our tradition of offering creative, fun and interactive “hands-on” summer science programs.

We seek to inspire campers with awe and wonder about the beauty and complexity of nature, and we also begin to plant the seeds of "service through science."

Science is all around us, and we look forward to exploring scientific challenges with you, and finding answers to design and engineering questions.

We especially look forward to welcoming our new "class" of campers to our new and stunning state-of-the art science building, better known as the Albertus Magnus Hall of Science!

DETAILS:
• For students in grades 5–8
• 10 full-tuition scholarships are available for students with high financial needs
Scholarship Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMe2kcoS2Shnp39_ZJPE1-16F5o4NI0GR1DFluF9q5lN4-xg/viewform?usp=pp_url
• Week #1 June 12–16 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | Grades 5–7
• Week #2 June 26–30 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | Grades 6–8
• Aquinas College, Albertus Magnus Hall of Science

HIGHLIGHTS:
Week #1 (entering grades 5–7)
• Design a toothpick bridge and test its strength
• Use your critical thinking skills to design and build a roller coaster
• Learn about nature’s design and how animals cope with challenges

Week #2 (entering grades 6–8)
• Explore the science of motion by designing an obstacle course
• Learn about animals sounds and how animals defend themselves with sounds
• Build catapults and cantilevers and test their strength
• Create your own cool inventions!

FEE and REGISTRATION:
• $225 per student*
• *Fee includes all materials, supplies, classes, and a camp T-Shirt! After June 1, registrations will be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• AQ WEB: https://www.aquinas.edu/resources/aq-summer-camps, or
• EVENTBRITE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aquinas-college-2023-saints-science-camp-tickets-280510342987

Plan on Aquinas College 2023 Summer Camps

3. *AQ CERAMICS CAMP*
Do you like to play in the mud?

In this fun and creative art camp, you will learn the fundamentals and techniques of working with wet clay and the traditional pit-fire experience, while enjoying plenty of instructor-led practice time that guides you in creating and unearthing your very own ceramic artifact!

At the end of this 4-week class, you'll have a good understanding of and connection to ceramics, while having tons of fun!

DETAILS:
• For students in grades 6–12
• Wednesdays, July 5, 12, 19 and 26 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
• Aquinas College, Art and Music Center

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Discover one of the oldest, most fascinating & respected crafts
• Learn step-by-step hand-building basics of working with wet clay
• Explore processes and techniques of traditional pit-fired ceramics
• Create your own unique ceramic artifact

FEE and REGISTRATION:
• $225 per student*
• *Fee includes all materials, supplies, classes, and a camp T-Shirt! After June 1, registrations will be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• AQ WEB: https://www.aquinas.edu/resources/aq-summer-camps, or
• EVENTBRITE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aquinas-college-2023-ceramics-camp-tickets-568730507257

4. *AQ ROLEPLAY GAMING CAMP*
Prepare for an adventure of epic proportions!

Aquinas College's Roleplay Gaming (RPG) Camp (formerly D&D Camp) returns!

Faculty and staff “Masters” will teach your adventurer to create their own unique fantasy universe, bring to life heroic characters and diabolical villains, and ultimately lead other adventurers through a dramatic encounter of their very own design.

If you like Dungeons & Dragons, art, gaming, theater, or fantasy literature, you’ll love earning your Dungeon Master's degree from Aquinas this summer! Designed for novices and experienced players alike.

DETAILS:
• For students in grades 6–12
• A limited number of partial scholarships is available for students with high financial needs
Scholarship Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIWi8ru9lHI6TRxI6LRCQ7uQ9FeCL0OnQxBVvLLmBA0X7L7Q/viewform
• Session #1 July 17–20 | 9:00AM–4:00PM
• Session #2 July 21–23 | Overnight Camp for grades 9–12 only(!)
• Session #3 July 24–27 | 9:00AM–4:00PM
• Aquinas College, Jarecki Lacks Center

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Stage Combat
• Improv acting
• Mapmaking
• Storytelling
• Creating epic characters
• Painting, drawing, and visual arts
• Miniatures
• Digital role playing games and eSports
• Monster menageries and magical items

FEE and REGISTRATION:
• $300 per adventurer (Day Camp)*
• $450 per adventurer (Overnight /Sleepaway Camp)*
*Fee includes all materials, supplies, classes, snacks, lunch, and a camp T-Shirt! After July 1, registrations will be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• AQ WEB: https://www.aquinas.edu/resources/aq-summer-camps, or
• EVENTBRITE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aquinas-college-roleplay-gaming-rpg-camp-tickets-544460836017?aff=ebdssbdestsearch