2016 PRE-COLLEGE YOUTH PROGRAMS

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SUMMERBETTER THAN OTHERS

Summer Classes: Ages 7-17

• Arts/Culinary .................................................................................pages 3-4

• Literature and Creative Writing ......................................................... page 4

• Computers/Video/Film/Photography .............................................pages 4-6

• Dance/Music/Theatre .......................................................................pages 6

• Recreation/Sports .........................................................................pages 6-7

• Science/Strategy/Engineering .......................................................pages 8-9

Residential Camps ..........................................................................pages 10-11

• ACADEMY: grades 5-8, A camp for talented and highly able students

• Academia Latina: grades 7-9, A camp for Latino students

• Konaway Nika Tillicum: grades 6-12, A camp for Native American students

• Young Artists Institute: grades 9-12, a camp for creative writing, theater, and visual art students

• Sea Camp: ages 10-13, A camp at the Oregon Coast

Other SOU Summer Youth Programs .....................................................page 11

• Sport camps, high school early entry and more!

Instructor Profiles ................................................................................page 12

Donors, SOU Advisory Board and Staff ...................................................page 13

Registration Information .....................................................................page 14

Registration Form ................................................................................page 15

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Welcome to Southern Oregon University Pre-College Youth Programs. Want some summer fun? We’ve got the camp for you . . .

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ARTS/CULINARYAn Artful Exchange: Artist Trading CardsArtist Trading Cards are original miniature works of art that are traded like baseball cards. You’ll learn a new art technique or style every day! Using a variety of artistic mediums and embellishments to create a set of these one-of-a-kind pieces of art you will build your ATC collection, trade cards with your fellow classmates and choose from a wide selection of ATCs made by professional artists to take home as well. Instructor: Sherri BeelerAges 8-12, August 8-12, M-F, 9:00-11:00Location: Campbell CCourse No: 300093 Fee: $119

Fairy Houses and Gnome Homes InstituteIt has been said that “A rustle in the wind reminds us a fairy is near.” Do you have a fascination with the mystical worlds inhabited by fairies, gnomes, sprites and other magical little folk? Let your imagination take flight as you design and draw fairy houses, enchanted gardens and gnome homes using markers, pencils and more. Explore classic fairy stories, learn about the mysteries surrounding them and then bring your designs to life as you create enchanting little homes where your fairies and magical creatures can live and play. Natural and reclaimed materials, glitter glue and more will be used to build houses, furniture, tiny flower fairies and magical creatures who will inhabit the places you create! Sponsored by The Fairyland Architects Institute and the Gnome Home Builders Association Instructors: Craig Honeycutt and Mary Wilkins-KellyAges 8-12, July 25-29, 9:00-4:00Location: MA 101Course No: 300107 Fee $279

Hybrid Drawing Institute: Using Hand Drawn Art and Digital Media to Build Virtual WorldsBring all of your super art and design powers with you and learn how to draw the essential characters and worlds that inspire you. You’ll explore character shapes, sizes and styles as you create and conjure drawings on paper with a professional artist. Then using state-of-the art computers and digital tools, you’ll transform your storyline and characters into virtual reality using Adobe Flash, Photoshop and more. Guided by a digital animation instructor you will discover how understanding hand drawing techniques brings your virtual art into brilliant focus. Directors: Craig Honeycutt and Ian ThirkellAges 9-13, August 15-19, M-F, 9:00-4:00 Location: MA 101 and MA 003 Computer LabCourse No: 300108 Fee: $279

I-Manga Nation: Cartooning Plus!Get ready for cartoon mania as you learn how to use classic drawing techniques to create your own Manga cartoons. Experiment with storylines, characters and design elements as you draw your way into the wonderful fantasy world of Manga and Anime-style stories and cartoons that are uniquely your own. Explore techniques to draw hair, eyes, noses, mouths and facial expressions while you work with a master teacher who will guide you along the way. Instructor: Craig Honeycutt Ages 8-12, July 11-15, M-F, 1:00-4:00Location: MA 101Course No: 300094 Fee: $139

Kids in the Kitchen: Culinary Arts InstituteJoin the ranks of young chefs exploding onto the culinary scene and work with a professional chef to create fabulous dishes every day. Along the way, you’ll get lots of hands on experience learning how to measure, mix, stir and use the tools of the culinary trade. The week will include a ‘meet the farmers’ visit to the Ashland Farmers Market and a tour of the garden at The Farm at SOU where you’ll learn how some of your recipe ingredients are grown. Instructor: Marilyn D. MooreAges 7-10, August 1-5, M-F 9:00-4:00Location: The Farm at SOU Course No: 300089 Fee: $279

Passion for Fashion: Costume and Fashion IllustrationExperiment with shape, line and texture as you explore the world of fashion design using pens, pencils, markers, charcoal and more. You may want to create costumes for the next musical tour by Lady Gaga or Adele, or design fashions for the First Lady’s state dinner gowns. Perhaps you’ll design an entire wardrobe used by the British Royal Duchess when traveling overseas! Whether you are interested in the latest haute couture or your own independent designer label fashions, this will be a blast of a class. The instructor will guide you in learning fashion illustration techniques, including shading, color palette and apparel detail.Instructor: Craig HoneycuttAges 9-13, July 18-22, M-F, 1:00-4:00 pmLocation: MA 101Course No: 300048 Fee: $139

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Off the Eaten Path: Culinary Arts InstituteThe keys to the kitchen are yours in this hands-on culinary adventure. Guided by a professional chef you will unlock the flavors of the world in the daily dishes that you create. Hone your skills as you learn knife techniques and how to use of a variety of kitchen tools and equipment to help develop your cooking style. A trip to the Ashland Farmer’s Market to ‘meet the farmers’ and find out how their food is grown will be a special highlight of this wonderful week in the kitchen!Director: Marilyn Moore Ages 11-14 August 15-19, M-F, 9:00-4:00Location: The Farm at SOU Course No: 300090 Fee: $279

Faux Stained Glass Mixed Media PortfolioAbandon all the “rules” and create wildly colored and patterned background pages using acrylic paint and a variety of mark-making tools. Then, draw on your imagination to create images on translucent vellum paper, and learn how to use colored pencils to create a stained-glass effect. You’ll bind your pages into a one-of-a-kind portfolio to showcase your stunning artwork.Instructor: Sherri BeelerAges 8-12, July 11-15, M-F, 9:00-11:00Location: Campbell CCourse No: 300109 Fee: $119

LITERATURE AND CREATIVE WRITING ‘Twine’: Interactive Storylines and Game Designs Technology and writing interact in this exciting new class. You’ll explore Twine, a web based interactive technology for people interested in video games and creative writing. Using the amazing online visuals under the guidance of an expert instructor, you’ll discover this fresh new way to write and publish your work! Twine can be as simple or complex as you make it, either as a designer or writer.You can use easy concepts, or dig deeper to explore design software. Upgrade your text with fiction writing tools to build unique story outlines, characters and scenes from the reaches of your imagination!Instructor: Holly MeeAges 11-14, July 18-22, M-F, 9:00-11:00Location: Britt 251Course No: 360015 Fee: $119

Write On: FanFiction, Fantasy, Sci Fi and More!Come explore the online platforms for publishing your own stories in this new class. Each day you will travel online to a multitude of sites that offer you the chance to create and publish anything from stories to chapter books. Whether you are a new writer or a fan of works like The Hunger Games or Harry Potter you will experiment with styles including fan fiction, science fiction, action adventure and more. Choose formats, fonts and cover designs that showcase your work and then share your publication with family and friends. Instructor: Lauran RoseAges 11-14, August 8-12, M-F, 9:00-11:00Location: Britt 251Course No: 360016 Fee: $119

COMPUTERS/VIDEO/FILM/PHOTOGRAPHYAdventures in Photography and Digital EditingReach for the stars with your digital camera as you use your creative eye to capture images that you will be excited to share. You’ll learn how to use your camera to visually express the world around you as you explore the use of light, color, pattern and composition. Class time will include walks around the SOU campus. In the computer lab using hands on techniques you’ll experiment with digital editing software to enhance your images. Please note: All students need to bring a digital camera with fully charged batteries.Instructor: Mary Wilkins-KellyAges 9-13, July 11-15, M-F, 1:00-4:00Location: Britt 251Course No: 330051 Fee: $139

Claymation/Animation Explore the wide world of object and clay animation. Using colorful modeling clay, create fanciful creatures and cartoon-like characters with settings for your stories. You will be using “stop-action” animation and learn basic camera techniques and composition to record your character’s movements. Build on your camera and storytelling skills in this hands-on, fun-filled class and be able to share online access to your finished films with your family and friends.Instructor: Samar Dawisha Session I: Ages 9-13 July 25-29, M-F, 9:00-12:00Session II: Ages 9-13 August 8-12, M-F, 9:00-12:00Location: Campbell ACourse No. 330008 Fee: $149

“I had a good time and I will recommend this class to EVERYONE!” —2015 Culinary Arts Institute student

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Epic Tech Institute Do you have a passion for gaming, computers, electronics, and new technology? Have you ever wanted to learn how to manipulate photos? Make animations? Tell an epic digital tale? Build a website?The Epic Tech Institute provides you with the opportunity to do all of the above and much, much more! Discover your digital potential using the latest and greatest computer technologies, state-of-the-art equipment and a staff of professionals with years of industry experience. Enjoy a flexible course that provides you with the creative freedom needed to create multiple projects and develop knowledge and skills that will last you a lifetime.Director: Steve Roby Ages 9-14, July 25-29, M-F, 9:00-4:00Location: RVTV Computer LabCourse No: 330041 Fee: $279

Introduction to Video Game Design Explore the high-tech, fast moving world of video games and design concepts and learn how video game design can become a career path. From Atari’s Pong to the Natal Projection XBOX 360 you will canvas the various genres and gaming platforms. Use game development tools like GameMaker to learn basic 2D game design elements from game flow and sprite creation to backgrounds and sound all wrapped into basic programming exercises.Instructor: Michel KnowlesSession I: Ages 11-14, July 11-15, M-F, 9:00-12:00Session II: Ages 11-14, July 18-22, M-F, 9:00-12:00Location: PC West Computer LabCourse No: 330032 Fee: $139

Intermediate Video Game DesignContinue to explore the high-tech, fast moving world of video games, game design concepts and the possibility to turn your passion into a real life career in this class for intermediate game design students. You’ll work with a production team to experience the game design life cycle as you develop a fun and rewarding team project. Learn how to add polish and charm to your game through the use of GameMaker scripting language (GML) and you’ll be amazed at the results! Note: This class is recommended for students with some prior game design experience or for those who have taken the introduction to Video Game Design class. Instructor: Michel KnowlesSession I: Ages 11-14, July 25-29, M-F, 9:00-12:00Session II: Ages 11-14, August 1-5, M-F, 9:00-12:00Location: PC West Computer LabCourse No: 330052 Fee: $139

Living Through the Lens: Self Portraits in PhotographyHave you ever wanted to share your personal vision with the world? In this photography class you’ll use the art of self-portraits as you are challenged to be the subject of your camera’s lens. You’ll be inspired as you discover creative new ways to use photography to express your uniqueness and how you see yourself. Through exploratory photography walks

you will gather images and then experiment with paints and mixed media techniques to create a self-discovery photo journal to keep. Please note: All students need to bring a digital camera with fully charged batteries.Instructor: Mary Wilkins-KellyAges 8-12, August 8-12, M-F, 1:00-4:00Location: MA 101 Course No: 330054 Fee: $139

Minecraft MadnessExplore Turtle Island! Join other students who share your passion for Minecraft and take your gameplay to the next level. You’ll learn key gameplay aspects and building techniques, create complex machines, explore command blocks, and experiment with changing the look of the game. Using the infinite possibilities of Minecraft you will create, explore and problem-solve as you approach the game from a new angle. Employ all you have learned at the end of the week to complete the Puzzles and Challenges using only your turtle!Instructor: Michel KnowlesSession I: Ages 11-14, August 8-12, M-F, 9:00-12:00Session II: Ages 11-14, August 15-19, M-F, 9:00-12:00Location: PC West Computer LabCourse No: 330055 Fee: $139

Quiet on the Set and . . . Action!Learn about all the elements of film making — scripts, props, costumes, directing, cameras, and more. You’ll create original scripts, and then shoot the movie “on location” on the SOU campus using digital video equipment. The last day will be movie day, so bring your family and enjoy some treats. Instructor: Jeff Rhoades Session I: Ages 12-14, July 18-21, M-TH, 12:00-4:00Session II: Ages 12-14, July 25-28, M-TH, 12:00-4:00 Location: Britt 251Course No: 330035 Fee: $149

There’s an App for That: Computer Games and Apps Institute Do you have a passion for gaming, computers, electronics, and new technology? Building on basic programming techniques you’ll ‘scratch’ the surface to learn about the construction of gaming programs in hands on activities. Game Maker software will take you to the next level as you experiment with creating gaming elements of your own. Mobile apps are the next step as you’ll dive into into the details of app construction with your instructor as your guide. You’ll create 1-2 apps each day as you discover your digital potential using the latest and greatest computer technologies and state-of-the-art equipment in this exciting class. Enjoy a flexible course that provides you with creative freedom, and showcase your own apps for the entire class on the final day. Director: Christopher Rosetta Ages 11-14, July 18-22, M-F, 9:00-4:00Location: PC East Computer LabCourse No: 330050 Fee: $279

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We’re Rolling! Work as a production team to create your own short film using professional production techniques. You’ll brainstorm creative ideas, write your scripts, scout shooting locations and use props and costumes as you direct and then shoot your film using digital video equipment on the SOU campus. Instructor: David Cosand Session I: Ages 9-12, August 1-5, M-F, 1:00-4:00Session II: Ages 9-12, August 8-12, M-F, 1:00-4:00 Location: Britt 251Course No: 330048 Fee: $139

DANCE/ MUSIC/ THEATREAny Body Can Dance InstituteDA N C I N G P E O P L E C O M PA N Y

If you love to move to music you’ll love this combination dance class! Discover dance as an art and a fun physical activity as you learn the basic techniques and choreography of Jazz, Contemporary and Hip Hop style dances. Working with a professional dancer, you’ll master the moves that are used to create each dance style and put them together to perform specific routines, rhythms and steps. Showcase your new moves at the final class in a live performance for family and friends! Note: All skill levels are welcome.Director: Megan Duling Session I: Ages 8-10, July 11-15, M-F, 9:00-4:00Session II: Ages 11-13, August 1-5, M-F, 9:00-4:00Location: Dancing People Dance StudioCourse No: 340045 Fee: $279

Conservatory for Young Theatre Artists,C A M E L O T T H E AT R E C O M PA N Y (C TC ) This exciting camp is designed to either introduce or expand the developing artist in the areas of improvisation, voice, acting, dance and Shakespeare. Working with professional artists, the day moves from classes to workshops to a performance of select material for an audience of family and friends.Directors: Rebecca Campbell, Roy Rains and a team of instructors from the popular Camelot Theatre in Talent, Oregon. Ages 9–17, August 15-19, M–F, 9:00–4:00 Location:SOU Music Building Course No: 340003 Fee: $279

RECREATION/SPORTSEngarde! Fencing FunSafe inside a mask and jacket, you will be introduced to the exciting sport of fencing. Learn the skills of touching (scoring on) your partner, while avoiding being scored on, as well as learning the respect, ethics, and camaraderie involved in this classic sport. Note: All equipment will be supplied. Instructor: Dylan Shelton Ages 9-17, August 1-5, M-F, 10:00-12:00Location: MUS 220Course No: 370032 Fee $119

“This class was excellent. I had so much fun. I hope to come back in August.” —2015 Summer program student

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Horsing Around at the Flying L RanchCalling all horse lovers! Learn to ride and care for horses this summer in classes that are based on CHA (Certified Horsemanship Association) instruction. Each session includes mounted lessons, lectures on horsemanship theory and safety, horse related crafts and activities, as well as an introduction to the wholesome ranch life. Campers participate with pride in the routine hands on care and handling of horses and find out what it really means to own a horse. Note: At the start of each session, campers are evaluated, matching mounts and lesson plans to the ability of the individual. Instructors: Owner, Leslie Hunter and the Flying L Ranch StaffSession I: July 18-22, Ages 9-13, M-F, 9:00-11:00 Session II: August 1-5, Ages 9-13, M-F, 9:00-11:00Location: Flying L RanchCourse No: 370037 Fee $199

Lean, Mean Bike Maintenance MachineExperience the joy of riding a well-tuned bike in this exciting class. You’ll learn bicycle maintenance techniques, flat tire repair, drive-train maintenance, brake work and wheel trueing. Get your hands on the tools you need to get your bike in tip-top shape and decrease your dependency on cars as you increase the amount of time you spend riding in the great outdoors! Note: Students should bring their own bikes if possible. Otherwise, bikes will be provided for the duration of the class.Instructor: Tyler Hawkins July 11-15, Ages 11-14, 9:00-11:00 Location: SOU Outdoor Program Bike Shop Course No:370048 Fee $129 (includes supplies fee)

Ready All, Row!A S H L A N D R O W I N G C L U B

Come join this exciting rowing camp and learn about a sport that has been part of the Olympics since 1900. You’ll meet new friends and experience the excitement of rowing on the open water in daily sessions at Emigrant Lake. To begin, you’ll row on indoor rowing machines at the Ashland Rowing Club’s Boathouse and after learning basic terminology, water and boat safety and proper equipment handling you’ll move to the water and experience the joy of applying your technique as you swiftly move a rowing shell across the water in coordination with other campers. Note: Campers are required to pass a swim/float test prior to joining the class. Personal floatation devices (lifejackets) will be provided for each student.Instructors: Rick Brown and Ashland Rowing Club StaffSession I: Ages 9-13, July 18-22, M-F, 9:00-12:00Session II: Ages 9-13, August 1-5, M-F 9:00-12:00Location: Ashland Rowing Club, Emigrant Lake, Ashland Course No: 370049 Fee: $199

Rock the Wall!Join us for a week of games and outdoor rock wall climbing at Emigrant Lake! You’ll learn the basics of knot tying, gear use and management and beginner climbing technique with our knowledgeable instructors. No experience required. Channel your inner monkey and climb your way into one of the greatest outdoor sports around! Note: Equipment rental is included in the class fee.Instructors: Kelly Sosa and Emily Miller Session I: Ages 11-14, July 11-15, M-F, 9:00-12:00Session II: Ages 11-14, July 18-22, M-F, 9:00-12:00Location: Emigrant Lake Rock Wall Course No: 370046 Fee $155

“This is the best summer class I have ever been in!” —2015 Summer program student

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SCIENCE/ STRATEGY/ENGINEERING Engineering Explorers InstituteHydrolic Judobots and hovercrafts are just two of the amazing engineering projects that you’ll work on in a wild week of fun designing, building and operating contraptions and catapults that you and your engineering team will create. The sky’s the limit as you explore the process real-world engineers use to get a design from the paper to a finished product while you use your own skill and creativity on each design challenge. Instructor: Alexandra HardingAges 8-12, July 18-22, M-F, 9:00-4:00Location: Science 119Course No: 380099 Fee: $279

Field Biology InstituteS I S K I YO U F I E L D I N S T I T U T E

The “FBI” is looking for you! Get a glimpse of what it’s like to be a field biologist in this fun-filled nature and science institute. Discover your inner scientist through a week of hands on experimentation and investigation that includes aquatic ecology, wildlife management, entomology, fire ecology, botany and restoration ecology. Get your hands dirty as you help to determine the health of our local streams, restore native habitat, survey flora and fauna and record your field observations in your nature journal. Conduct surveys on bird, mammal, reptile, amphibian and insect populations in the open air and you might decide that a career working in the outdoors is just the thing for you. Each day will be different and exciting!Director: Mandy Noel Ages 11-14, August 15-19, M-F, 9:00-4:00Location: Science 107 and riparian and woodland areas in and around Ashland Course No. 380100 Fee: $279

Geocaching JourneysIn this hands-on class you’ll engage in the study of geography by exploring the interplay between humans and natural landscapes. You’ll embark on a scavenger hunt using GPS coordinates (geocaching) and learn to use the interactive tools available on Google Earth to find your treasure! You and your team will create a geo-caching box and post it on the geo-caching website for others to find using the correct coordinates. Using maps and compasses you’ll also learn how to geocache without electronics in this big, wide world!Instructor: Sarai LacyAges: 8-12, August 1-5, M-F, 9:00-11:00Location: Britt 251 and park areas in Ashland to be announcedCourse No: 380076 Fee: $119

LEGO Robotics Olympics Engineering and the Olympic spirit come together in this class that will teach you the basics of LEGO robotics. Using LEGO Mindstorms software you’ll learn to build and program robots using motors and sensors as you work in teams in a variety of competitions and activities. Have fun as you construct robots all week and see what they can do!Session I: Ages 9-13, July 11-15, M-F, 9:00-11:00 Session II: Ages 9-13, August 8-12, M-F, 9:00-11:00Instructor: Chris DuvalLocation: Campbell ECourse No: 380060 Fee: $119

“This camp was really fun and I hope I can participate next year again.” —2015 Summer program student

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LEGO Robot Challenge WorkshopWork in teams to meet challenges and learn mechanical and software design as you design, build and program a robot to compete against others in multiple challenges on a board similar to First Lego League. Celebrate your engineering skills by building advanced LEGO structures using Mindstorms software and equipment. Previous robot and LEGO experience is helpful! Instructor: Chris DuvalSession I: Ages 9-13, July 18-22, M-F, 9:00-11:00Session II: Ages 9-13, August 15-19, M-F, 9:00-11:00 Location: Campbell ECourse No: 380088 Fee: $119

Old Salts and Seadogs: The Pirate’s Guide Institute Ahoy Buccaneers! Come aboard the ship, meet your mates and explore the life of a pirate as you take the Pirate’s Pledge and learn the ways of the sea. From the division of spoils, provision sharing, weaponry, gnarly knot tying and sword fighting essentials, you’ll awaken your pirate imagination and create a story line. The Guide will teach you how to elect a captain, hold pirate court and debate the fate of intruders as you throw the liar’s dice and go on “raids”. Accompanied by the ship’s musicians, you’ll learn all about “Cos Play” as you create the wardrobe and ornamentation for your own pirate character.The finale will be a radio drama video based on your motley crew’s very own pirate adventures.Director: Steve Roby Ages 8-12, August 8-12, M-F, 9:00-4:00Location: Campbell DCourse No: 380101 Fee: $279

Sleuths and Suspects: Crime Scene Investigators InstituteUse your powers of observation, your critical thinking skills and your ability to work on a forensics team to solve multiple mysteries using crime scene investigation principles. You’ll conduct forensic science tests on evidence found at mock crime scenes and perform experiments to narrow down your suspect list. Conduct interviews with suspects while piecing together the events leading up to the crime. Put on your detective cap as you work with fingerprints, footprint molds and more as you observe interpret and analyze each crime!Director: Steve Roby Ages 8-12, July 18-22, M-F, 9:00-4:00 Location: Campbell DCourse No: 380089 Fee: $279

Vet Med CampS O U T H E R N O R E G O N H U M A N E S O C I E T Y

This exciting class will take place at one of our region’s most important animal care facilities where you will learn behavior training and the basics of the care and handling of a variety of animals. You may assist the staff in exercising, walking and brushing the dogs one day and you may help in the care and feeding of cats and kittens on another day. Animal specialists and veterinary professionals will visit you to share their expertise as you explore the different professions in animal care and welfare. Instructors: Southern Oregon Humane Society staff, volunteers, veterinary professionals & animal specialists.Facilitator: SOU StaffSession I: SOHS, Medford, Ages 10-14, July 25-29, M–F, 1:00-3:00 Session II: SOHS, Medford, Ages 10-14, August 1-5, M–F 1:00-3:00 Location: Southern Oregon Humane Society Course No: 380051 Fee: $119

“It was super fun. Legos are awesome!” —2015 Summer program student

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NATIVE AMERICAN YOUTH ACADEMY A Camp for Native American studentsJuly 9-16, grades 7-12Konaway Nika Tillicum is a residential academy exploring a broad range of classes, lectures, cultural experiences and recreational activities in a university setting. Students selected interact with other Native American students from throughout Oregon. Participants spend time with tribal elders and Native American teachers during classes, lectures, and presentations. Scholarships are available.Fee: $825

YOUNG ARTISTS INSTITUTEA camp for Creative Writing, Theater, and Visual Arts studentsJuly 8 – July 17, grades 9-12The Young Artists Institute is a residential program where students can stretch their talents, discover new strengths, and challenge themselves in a lively, supportive artistic environment. Participants receive first-class instruction by professional artists in creative writing, theater, or visual arts through intensive hands-on workshops, mentoring, evaluation, and presentation of creative works. Scholarships are available.Fee: $995

ACADEMY 2016A Camp for Talented and Highly Able StudentsSession 1: June 19–25, grades 5 and 6 Session 2: June 19–25, grades 7 and 8ACADEMY offers stimulating academic classes, workshops, cultural experiences, social and recreational activities for talented and highly able students who have completed grades 5 through 8. Students selected for each weeklong residential session live on the Southern Oregon University campus, where they bring their love of learning, humor, and unique talents to a community where intelligence and creativity are valued and supported.Fee: $750 (Junior Counselor $550)

ACADEMIA LATINA 2016A Camp for Latino StudentsJuly 29 – August 6, grades 7-12Academia Latina is designed to inspire Latino students to explore the learning and career opportunities that a university education offers. Academia Latina provides classes, workshops, cultural experiences, and recreational activities for Latino students who have completed grades 7 through 9. Students selected for the weeklong residential camp on the SOU campus interact with other Latino students from southern Oregon while being challenged by creative, bilingual instructors and exciting activities. Fee: $750 (scholarships available) + $100 student activity fee

SUMMER RESIDENTIAL CAMPSBecause of the popularity of our residential programs, we encourage students to complete and submit their applications early. Please call 541-552-6452 to receive a brochure and application, or visit our website at www.sou.edu/youth.

“It was really the best summer camp I’ve been to.” —2014 Summer program student

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SEA CAMP OF OREGONA Camp at the Oregon CoastSession 1: August 16-19, ages 10–131:00 pm Tuesday – 6:00 pm FridaySession 2: August 21-24, ages 10-131:00 pm Sunday–6:00 pm WednesdaySEA Camp of Oregon offers a unique, hands-on learning experience at the beautiful coast of Charleston, Oregon. Participants explore tidepools, go crabbing, observe marine wildlife, hike, and get involved in many other activities and field trips. Students live in the dorms at the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology and have access to lab facilities for exciting classes and presentations. Location: Depart from parking lot in front of SOU Cox Hall on Frances Lane, Ashland. Fee: $545

“ My favorite thing was holding hands with an octopus! It was so much FUN!” —SEA Camp 2012 student

EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTSSUMMER AT SOUGet a jump on college!Take summer classes at Southern Oregon University. Special rates on 100 and 200 level courses for students entering their junior and senior year of high school. Call 541-552-6452 or visit our website at: sou.edu/youth Summer Course registration is open now!

The Advanced Southern Credit ProgramThis program is offered during the school year for advanced high school students who earn early college credits from high school teachers who have been approved to teach SOU courses. Tuition for ASC is just $41 per credit or $164 for a 4 credit class. Fall Term registration will be announced in September!

OTHER SOU SUMMER PROGRAMS These programs are offered through other SOU departments. Please contact them directly for information.

SOU SPORTS PROGRAMS 2016The following sports camps are offered through the Athletics Department at SOU. For information, call the number listed for the program you are interested in or register at: souraiders.com

SOU Boys and Girls Basketball CampJune 15-19, K-6th gradesContact Lynn Kennedy at 541-552-6044kennedyl@sou.edu

SOU Girls Volleyball CampJuly 14-16, grades 6th-8thJuly 19-22, grades 7th-12thContact Josh Rohlfing at 541- 552-6728rohlfingj@sou.edu

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Instructor Profiles

Sherri Beeler has taught English for 25 years, along with Paper/Altered Arts; her published work appears in The Stamper’s Sampler, and Create With Me magazines.

Rick Brown is the Executive Director and Head Coach of the Ashland Rowing Club in Ashland, OR. He was the Executive Director at the Three Rivers Rowing Association in Pittsburgh, PA for 9 years coaching many levels and ages. He also served as a coach with the U.S. Rowing Men’s Junior National Team. He rowed at and attended Bates College, Lewiston, ME and has a Masters in Sport Management from the University of San Francisco.

Samar Dawisha is a mixed media artist, performer and art educator. She has taught art (from painting to sculpture), performance and clay animation in the Rogue valley for over 20 years to children, teens and adults.

Megan Duling is a Dancer and School Administrator at Dancing People Company in Ashland, Oregon. She has trained and performed with American Ballet Theater and Sacramento Ballet. She attended the University of Oregon where she received the Lotta Carl Scholarship and was a member of the U of O Repertory Dance Company.

Chris Duval has taught LEGO Robotics classes for 7 years at Kids Unlimited and for 4 years at SOU Pre-College Youth Programs. He enjoys technology and owns his own business fixing computers. He has been interested in LEGOS and robots since he was old enough to walk.

Judi Hanstein is the Volunteer Coordinator for the Southern Oregon Humane Society. She has helped to facilitate SOU’s Vet Med classes at SOHS for the past 4 years.

Alexandra Harding earned a degree in biology from Western Oregon University. She is a graduate student in the Environmental Education and in the Master’s of Arts in Teaching Programs at Southern Oregon University.

Tyler Hawkins is the head mechanic for the SOU BIKE Program, and is president of the SOU Beekeeping Club. He holds a B.S. with honors in Art from SOU.

Leslie Hunter is the Owner/Operator of the Flying L Ranch. She is a former outfitter and guide with the Oregon State Marine Board. She has three decades of hands-on experience working with horses.

Craig Honeycutt holds a M.A. in Art Education and is a local artist with more than twenty years of teaching experience.

Michel Knowles has a passion for technology and programming and is a recent graduate of SOU with a B.S. in Computer Science/Multimedia. He has been teaching for SOU Youth Programs for 3 years. He holds degrees in the applied sciences from Rogue Community College and the U.S. Airforce.

Sarai Lacy holds a B.A. in Business Administration. She will receive her M.A.T. and her Oregon Preliminary Teaching License with a dual endorsement in business and social science in June 2016.

Holly Mee will receive her M.A.T. degree with an endorsement in English-Language Arts in June 2016. She has been a student teacher at Rogue River High School and South Middle School in Grants Pass, OR.

Emily Miller is an Elementary Education major at SOU with minors in Outdoor Adventure Leadership and Environmental Studies. As part of SOU’s Outdoor Program she has facilitated climbing, hiking and whitewater rafting trips in addition to her work with students at the John Muir Magnet School on outdoor activities.

Marilyn D. Moore is a Le Cordon Bleu Graduate and a Certified Culinary Educator with the American Culinary Federation. She is the owner of Creative Organic Catering and has taught culinary arts classes for SOU Youth Programs for over a decade.

Amanda “Mandy” Noel earned a M.S. in Environmental Education from SOU and is the Youth Education Coordinator for the Siskiyou Field Institute where she organizes and instructs outdoor programs for K-12 students in southern Oregon and northern California.

Jeff Rhoades holds a Master’s in Educational Information and Technology and teaches Media Arts at Phoenix High School.

Steve Roby has been teaching in the Rogue Valley for 9 years and is a teacher with the Logos Public Charter School. He holds a M.A.T. degree and has a passion for working with youth.

Lauran Rose holds a B.A. in Elementary Education and will receive her M.A.T. degree from SOU in June 2016. She has been a student teacher at Hedrick Middle School and at Talent Elementary School.

Christopher Rosetta has been teaching for 22 years and has developed a full computer science program in game and mobile app development as well as advanced programming for School District #7 in Grants Pass, OR.

Dylan Shelton is the local Salle’s leading fencer and long-time Southern Oregon Fencing Center Instructor.

Kelly Sosa is an SOU Outdoor Program instructor, youth tennis camp instructor. She is also certified in Wilderness Remote First Aid/CPR and a service dog trainer /instructor.

Ian Thirkell is an adjunct faculty member in SOU’s Emerging Media and Digital Arts Program. He holds a M.F.A. in Animation from the Savannah College of Art and Design and a B.S. in Studio Art from SOU.

Mary Wilkins-Kelly is an artist who enjoys sharing her love of mixed media and photography with her students. She has 20 years of teaching experience.

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SOU PRE-COLLEGE YOUTH PROGRAMS ADVISORY BOARD Dr. Rene Ordonez, ChairJoan McBee, Vice ChairPat Barry, Past ChairSara AdamsVictoria BencomoElizabeth HollandHannah LeoneArmando LopezDr. Alison Savage

SOU Pre-College Youth Program Staff:Rachel Jones, DirectorStephanie Butler, Pre-College Youth Programs CoordinatorJonathan Chavez Baez, Minority Outreach CoordinatorJamie Kaufman, Youth Programs CoordinatorConnie Lynn, Office ManagerAnita Sartain, Office Specialist

Thanks to our Southern Oregon University Pre-College Youth Programs Donors 2015-2016:Grants ($2,500-$50,000) Carpenter Foundation Gordon Elwood FoundationNaumes Family Foundation, IncOregon Community Foundation—Walker FundOregon GEAR UPSharkey FoundationSOESD Migrant EducationSOESD Title VII Indian EducationHerbert A. Templeton Foundation

$1000-$10,000American Association of University Women Medford in collabo-

ration with Medford University Women Charitable FundAnonymousAshland Rotary Club/Lithia SpringsLaz AyalaCollege DreamsJackson County Cultural CoalitionRichard JohnsonLithia Motors, Inc.Oregon Community Foundation/Latino Partnership ProgramOregon Shakespeare FestivalPeople’s Bank

$500-$999Avista UtilitiesLyn HennionElizabeth HollandHornecker, Cowling, Hassen & Heysell, L.L.P.Harley MeserveyPatricia SoltzSouthern Oregon Public Television

$250-$499AnonymousSteve and Mary BoyarskyKathi Bowen-Jones and David JonesRachel and Randolph JonesArmando LopezDr. Joan McBeeMedford Fabrication/The Thorndike Family Gail and Paul RasmussenErin Brender and Mujahid RizviDr. Albert and Dr. Alison Savage-NewtonBill Street

$100-$249American Association of University Women-Ashland BranchDr. Curtis and Susan BaconPatrick and Anne BarryGreg FishwickJan Lippen-Holtz and David IngallsDr. Stewart and Debbie Janes Stephen and Carol JensenNeilson Research CorporationMarie and Mike Piccarreta Dr. Ruth A. RabinovitchAda SanchezStout Law LLPDr. Kevin and Barbara TalbertLynda and Ron Weinhold

Up to $99Dagoba ChocolateBeth GibsonBrad and Julia Roupp

Special Thanks to our 2016 Summer Program Sponsors:

MAJOR UNDERWRITERLithia Motors, INC

UNDERWRITERSPeople’s Bank

SPONSORSAvista

MENTORSMedford Fabrication & The Thorndike Family

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TO REGISTERONLINE: Visit www.sou.edu/takeaclass and use your VISA or MasterCard.

IN PERSONAshland Office: Southern Oregon University Division of Outreach & Engagement, 1388 Siskiyou Boulevard (next to Omar’s Restaurant).

BY MAIL: Submit the attached registration form with full payment to SOU Pre-College Youth Programs, Southern Oregon University, 1250 Siskiyou Boulevard, Ashland, OR 97520

BY PHONE: Call 541-552-6452 with your VISA or MasterCard number.

Sign up now! REGISTRATION INFORMATIONClasses are open to all interested students. Pre-registration accompanied by FULL payment is required for every class, and classes fill on a first-come basis.Refund Policy. We will issue a refund (minus a $25 cancellation fee) if a student withdraws at least two working days prior to the first class meeting.Cancellations. In the event that a class does not receive sufficient registration to meet the enrollment minimum, the class may be cancelled. If a class is cancelled, we will notify registered students and issue a full refund.Tuition Assistance. Students may request tuition assistance for one program per term. Call 541-552-6452 or check the appropriate box on the registration form. The gross family income that qualifies students is based on Oregon’s Income Eligibility Guidelines for Free and Reduced Lunch Program.Class Size and Waiting Lists. Maximum enrollment for Pre-College Youth Programs classes varies from ten to twenty-five students. If a class fills, we will establish a waiting list and notify students if space becomes available.Confirmation. Confirmation is sent by email when the student is registered for a class. If you do not have an email account, we will mail you the confirmation. Directions to each class will be included with the confirmation.

YOUTH PROGRAMS CLASS LOCATIONSSOU Ashland CampusArt Building: Center for the Visual Arts, adjacent to the

Schneider Museum of Art, SOU Campus

Britt Hall: between the SOU Stevenson Union and Churchill Hall

Campbell/OLLI Youth Programs Center: 655 Frances Lane, SOU campus

Cascade Complex: adjacent to Campbell Center building

Central Hall: Center of SOU campus, below Science Building

Computing Services Center: between Taylor and Central Halls, PCE and PCW Computer Labs, SOU campus

Hannon Library: off Indiana Street

Marion Ady: Center for the Visual Arts, SOU campus

Music Building: on Mountain Avenue

Outdoor Program: 1555 Webster Street, SOU campus

RVTV Computer Lab: 1525 Webster Street, SOU Campus

Science Building: Roca and Ashland Streets

The Farm at SOU: 155 Walker Avenue across from Ashland Middle School

In AshlandAshland Rowing Club: Emigrant Lake, 5505 Hwy 66Dancing People Company: 310 Oak St, Suite 5Emigrant Lake Rock Wall: 5505 Hwy 66Flying L Ranch: 776 W Valley View Road

In MedfordSouthern Oregon Humane Society: 2910 Table Rock Road

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