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Summer 2002:
Penn Camps for Children

From athletics to academics, Penn offers intensive summer instruction for children from ages 6-18 who want to improve their skills.

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Quaker Basketball Camp

The Penn Men's Basketball Program will hold the annual Quaker Basketball Camp at the Palestra. This year, there will be two sessions (from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., daily) for boys and girls ages 7 to 17 on June 17-21 and June 24- 28. A staff comprised of collegiate and high school coaches will work closely with campers on the fundamentals and team concepts of the game. The cost for each session is $190 per week with discounted rates of $160 per week for children of Penn faculty/staff (or if more than one family member is participating). For additional information/registration, call John Krikorian at (215) 898-6142 or e-mail krik@pobox.upenn.edu.


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Junior Fencing Camp

Boys and girls ages 14 to 17 with a minimum of 1 year's experience in competition using all three weapons are eligible. Camp dates are July 21-27 and July 28-August 3. Week 1 emphasizes training, conditioning methods, lessons, learning and improving fencing abilities. Week 2 focuses on tournament competition and maximizing competitive success, lessons, strategy, tactics, bout structure and time management. For registration costs, applications and other details, contact David Micahnik at (215) 898-6116 or e-mail davidmic@pobox.upenn.edu.


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Nike Field Hockey Camp

June 16-20 and July 7-11. The camp is for high school age students (15-18 year-olds) who want to improve their skills and strategy. Special goalkeeping instruction is available to campers at both sessions. This camp is a Partner Camp and sanctioned to make referrals to the US Field Hockey Futures program. Cost is $495 for a resident camper and $395 for a day camper (9 a.m.-9 p.m.). Director: Val Cloud, (215) 898-6308. Call 1-800-645-3226 for information and registration or visit www.ussportscamps.com.


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Al Bagnoli All-Star Football Camp

Camp dates are July 28-31. Sessions are geared towards boys entering grades 7 through 12. The camp is intended for players interested in improving basic skills and learning both offensive and defensive techniques. A strength clinic and recruiting seminar is included. Cost is $325 for an overnight camper and $250 for a day camper. Information and registration or visit http://pennathletics.fansonly.com/sports/m-footbl/penn-m-footbl-body.html.


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Gymnastics Camp

Summer Gymnastics Camp provide children with gymnastic instruction on Olympic apparatus led by Penn's head gymnastics coach Tom Kovic. The camp also offers swimming at Hutchinson Gym, arts and crafts, movies and field trips.

Camp dates are June 10-14, June 17-21, June 24-28, July 1-5, July 8-12. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $235 per person/session. Session 4 (July 1-5) will cost $180 due to 4th of July. For registration, call Mr. Kovic, (215) 898-5316.


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Penn Men's Lacrosse Camp

Boys ages 10 and up are offered three options: Competition Clinic, a day camp held July 20; Start & Finish, an overnight camp, held July 21-23; and Quaker Camp, an overnight camp, held July 23-26. Costs TBA. Call (215) 898-6140 for information or visit www.hoganlaxcamps.com.


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Penn Elite Women's Lacrosse Camp

Girls entering grades 10 through 12 are eligible to participate in either the "sleepover" ($395) or "commuter" ($275) program, which runs from 9 a.m. on June 24, through noon on June 27, at Franklin Field. Contact Amy Sullivan at (215) 898-9042 to register.


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Nike Rowing Camp

Camp dates are July 6-9 and July 20-23. Both sessions are co-ed and geared towards campers between the ages of 14 and 18 who have rowed at least one season. The camp includes on the water instruction, videotaping and ergometer training sessions. Cost is $600 for a resident camper and $500 for a day camper (9 a.m.-9 p.m.). Instructor: Bruce Konopka, (215) 573-7071. Call 1-800-645-3226 for information and registration or visit www.ussportscamps.com.


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Junior Quaker Soccer Camp

A FUNdamental soccer camp--Week One: June 17-21 and Week Two: July 29-August 2, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., girls and boys ages 5-13 will learn soccer-related skills, games and competitions. Contact Darren Ambrose at (215) 898-2923, or Michelyne Pinard at (215) 573-6178 (e-mail mpinard@pobox.upenn.edu ) for a brochure. Cost is $180 per week, for children of faculty and staff and $210 per week for local residents.


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Levy Junior Tennis Program

Penn's Summer Junior Tennis Camp, for players ages 6-16, will offer nine one-week sessions. The camp will be held at the Tennis Pavilion's eight indoor air-conditioned courts on campus.

Camp dates are June 10-14, June 17-21, June 24-28, July 1-5, July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, July 29-August 2, August 5-9. Camp schedule is Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The fee--$235 per week, prorated July 1-5-- includes a daily cafeteria lunch. A family discount is available for two or more children that attend in the same week(s). There is also an extended hours fee (from 3:30 -6 p.m.) $6 per day. For information/registration, call Hal Mackin at (215) 898-4741 or visit http://pobox.upenn.edu/~hjmackin/summer.html.


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Nike Volleyball Camp at Penn

Camp dates are August 3-6. The camp is recommended for females between the ages of 10-18 years old. Campers experience exceptional instruction and superb coaching from both current college players and coaches, while experiencing traditional college life in the residence halls and dining rooms. Cost is $505 for a resident camper and $405 for a day camper (9 a.m.-9 p.m.). Instructor: Kerry Major, (215) 898-6495. Call 1-800-645-3226 for information and registration or visit www.ussportscamps.com.


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Anthropologists in the Making Summer Adventures

Anthropologists in the Making--Summer Adventures immerses children ages 8-12 in different world cultures, through music, theatrics, art projects, gallery tours, dance workshops, storytelling, costume making, and behind-the-scene discussions with archaeologists, anthropologists. Afternoons are set aside for recreation and outdoor activities. The themes are as follows:

  • The Magic of Mesoamerica, from Maya to Aztec & Beyond, June 24 -28
  • A Journey to the East: The Many Cultures of Buddhist Asia, July 8 -12
  • Enchanting Egypt, July 15 -19
  • Greece and Rome, July 22 -26
  • The Languages of the Ancients: Decoding the Past, July 29 -August 2
  • Adventures through Africa, August 5-9; and
  • Nature and Spirit in the Native American West, August 12 -16

During the week of July 4, the Museum will offer three one-day workshops in lieu of a full week program:

  • Trade, July 1;
  • Music and Dance from Around the World, July 2; and
  • Archaeology and Conservation, July 3.

The camp runs 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday from June 24 through August 16, with seven theme-oriented one-week sessions, and three one-day workshops the week of July 4.

Information: www.upenn.edu/museum/ beginning March 1, 2002. The weekly fee is $190; $165 for Museum members. It includes a morning snack, art materials and a T-shirt. A non-refundable deposit of $75 per session is due at time of registration. One-day workshops (July 1, 2 and 3 only) are $35 per day; $30 for Museum members. Pre-camp and after-camp supervision is available from 8-9 a.m. and 3-5 p.m. Pre-camp is $25 per week or $6 per day and after-camp is $50 per week and $11 per day.

To register call (215) 898-6423, ext. 10072, or e-mail SummerCamp@museum.upenn.edu.


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Penn Summer Science Academy

Penn's Summer Science Academy (PSSA) is an intensive non-credit science career program for students entering the 11th or 12th grade. It includes laboratory projects, lectures and discussion groups. Tracks include Physics and Astronomy and Molecular Biology. Program activities take place Mondays through Fridays, with a daily schedule that varies according to the concentration. The dates are June 30 through July 26. The cost is $1,950 for commuters; $3,650 for residential students. To request an application call (215) 746-6900 or e-mail hsprogs@sas.upenn.edu.


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Precollege Program

The Precollege Program at Penn is designed for academically-talented high school students entering the 11th or 12th grade. Precollege students enroll in one or two undergraduate courses--often in topics not available in high school programs--as well as engage in a range of workshops (college skills, SAT prep, admissions, careers, majors, leadership) as well as a wide variety of social activities. Students who successfully complete these courses receive college credit from Penn and an official transcript from the University. Dates are June 30-August 9. Residential student program fees and tuition range from $3,750 to $5,450; day student program fees and tuition, including activities, range from $2,220 to $3,800. For information, call the Office of Summer Sessions at (215) 746-6900 or visit www.upenn.edu/summer.


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Penn Summer Arts Studio

PSAS is a non-credit arts studio program open to high school students entering the 11th or 12th grade who demonstrate academic achievement as well as evidence of ability to do creative work. Choose an intensive studio in one of five concentrations: Beginning and Intermediate Drawing and Painting, Digital Video, Animation, Photography, or Advanced Drawing and Portfolio Preparation. Along with their studio work, PSAS students enjoy a wide range of academic and social events. Dates are July 30-July 26. Residential student tuition and fees are $3,650; day student fees are $1,950. For more information, call Office of Summer Sessions at (215) 746-6900 or visit www.upenn.edu/summer.


Almanac, Vol. 48, No. 22, February 12, 2002

ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS:

Tuesday,
February 12, 2002
Volume 48 Number 22
www.upenn.edu/almanac/

A new chair in gerontology for Dr. Naylor in Nursing.
A new chair in chemical engineering for Dr. Vohs.
The SAS Dean's Forum focuses on the Human Genome.
SEAS bridges the Digital Divide in Ghana with a grant from HP.
The Faculty Senate proposes a revision to procedures for the establishment, merger and closing of departments, divisions and similar entities.
The 2002 Models of Excellence Awards honor the contributions of staff achievements in a variety of settings across campus.
HR unveils a new Health and Wellness program for faculty and staff.
Time to plan for summer: Penn Camps for Children range from anthropology to volleyball.