Camp Success at USC Aiken

June 20-25, 2010
USC - Aiken 

Campers will spend the week on the University of South Carolina Aiken Campus at the Ruth Patrick Science and Education Center exploring careers in engineering and technology in state-of-the-art facilities.  Students will work in teams lead by subject area experts/mentors and participate in activities that they will remember for years to come. Exploring a wide range of programs such as Engineering, Transportation, Manufacturing, Industrial Technologies, and Mechatronics, campers will gain an excellent understanding of the world of technology.  Discoery Workshops may include activities in fields such as Engineering, Engineering Graphics, Computer-aided Design, Robotics, Mechatronics, Building Construction, Electronics, and Automotive Technology.

Camp Success Aiken is open to rising 7th and 8th graders.

Camp will begin with a Parents’ Meeting and Orientation on Sunday from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  During Sunday's orientation, campers will begin by learning aboout specifications and build Ice Cream Sundaes.  

The camp will be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m, Monday through Friday.  Each day is filled with an exciting and diverse schedule of Discovery Workshops, learning lab activities, and field trips to local companies.  

Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. is Celebration Day for campers, their families and guests.  A parent information session will be followed by team presentations and recognitions. 

The cost to attend Camp Success Aiken is $125 (which covers the cost of materials and field trips).

Program Coordinator: Tara Jenkins – (706) 830-3630 or (803) 641-3752 - taraj@usca.edu

The application package must be postmarked by May 25, 2010.  All applicants must complete the application packet that includes the following:

• Completed and signed application.  Download Application Here
• Self Assessment Survey  Download Survey Here
• A 200 word essay describing why you would like to attend Camp Success Aiken.
• Fee of $125.
• Return application by May 25, 2010 to Tara Jenkins at the following address: 
  RPSEC, 471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC 29801