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Discovering 'U'

About Discovering 'U'

Discovering 'U' camps feature exciting, creative programs for youth to explore more about how to express themselves. Whether through artistic endeavors or personal development topics, these challenging and interesting sessions can open up a whole new world. In addition to the featured instruction, participants will be playing sports or games, swimming, rock climbing, or exploring the many facets of the University of Minnesota, resulting in a great, well-rounded experience.

Announcements

Registration for programs will begin on February 9, 2009 and will continue until all camps are full. Please note that many camps fill quickly!

Camp Schedule

Ceramics [back to top]

Dig into the basics of constructing art from clay. Campers will learn about a variety of methods for constructing a ceramic piece and experiment with a variety of glazing techniques to put finishing touches on their artwork. Projects made in this class can be functional, sculptural or decorative.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

August 3-7

8-10 Years

3345

$239

REGISTER HERE

Choreography [back to top]

A great choice for those who love to make up dances! Campers will participate in daily dance classes, view famous dances by major choreographers, write a review of a dance performance and create their own dances. Hip-hop, Jazz, Ballet, and many other dance styles are supported in this setting. Previous dance experience is not required, but helpful. Wearing comfortable clothes for dancing is recommended. Parents may attend a short performance at the end of the week.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

July 20-24

12-15 Years

3286

$224

REGISTER HERE

Collage and Sculpture [back to top]

Create crazy creatures, pictures or objects using a variety of materials such as fabric, wood, model magic and paper. Campers will also expand their imagination to explore the many ways to construct shapes and sculptures with the help of artistic advice. Step into the world of artists at the Regis Art Center and see the world in a new way.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

August 3-7

6-7 Years

3346

$239

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Creative Dance [back to top]

Jump, roll, turn, shake and leap into a week of storytelling through this fun dance class. Campers will learn some dance fundamentals with an emphasis on creative expression. Days will include a warm-up, movement games, snacks, stories, and time for the exploration of campers' own movement stories. The week will conclude with a brief showing for parents and fellow campers. Previous dance experience is not required. Wear comfortable clothes for dancing.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

June 22-26

5-7 Years

3283

$224

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Draw and Paint [back to top]

Anyone can be an artist! Drawing and painting are skills which can be learned! Campers will find out about a variety of lines, shapes, patterns and colors to use for creating unique images. These fun projects, games and stories will help campers transfer their own ideas and things seen in the world onto paper. Drawing and painting experience is not required. Wear an older shirt for painting.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

July 20-24

6-7 Years

3347

$239

REGISTER HERE

Emerging Leaders [back to top]

This camp is designed to help young people challenge themselves, understand their potential, and learn how to better communicate their goals and ideas. Campers will be provided with tours, service projects, teambuilding opportunities, interactive learning sessions and group discussions with engaging U of M leaders. Whether it's getting into college, being elected to the student council, or becoming president of the United States, campers will acquire important skills and ideas to achieve their goals.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

August 17-21
August 24-28

12-15 Years
9-11 Years

3284
3285

$224
$224

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Magic is an Art [back to top]

Everyone loves magic! Amaze people by showing them what you can do with a deck of cards, a handful of coins and other magical things. Learn to make things appear and disappear, predict the future and read people's minds! It is strongly recommended that participants be able to hold, shuffle and deal a bridge-sized deck of cards.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

July 6-10
July 6-10

10-11 Years
12-15 Years

3287
3288

$224
$224

REGISTER HERE

Metal Arts [back to top]

This hands-on class will inspire the metal artists of the future by offering the opportunity to create sculptural projects by using basic metal fabrication and finishing techniques. Campers will learn the benefits and limitations of various metals while exploring the differences between surface, cutting and bending tools. Discover creative uses for scrap metal and how to prepare surfaces for aesthetic and protective finishing treatments. This program is offered in cooperation with the Minneapolis Community & Technical College Continuing Education Department. Previous welding experience is not required, and all materials and safety equipment are provided.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

June 22-26
July 6-10
July 27-31

12-15 Years
12-15 Years
8-11 Years

3289
3290
3291

$239
$239
$239

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Musical Theatre [back to top]

Explore the world of musicals! Campers will learn the basics of a musical theater production, participate in a daily dance class, view footage of benchmark musicals, tour a campus theater and learn choreography from three different musicals. They will have the opportunity to perform for peers and parents at the end of the week. Previous musical theater experience is not required. Wearing comfortable clothes for movement is recommended.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

July 6-10

8-11 Years

3292

$224

REGISTER HERE

Paint a Story Alive [back to top]

Find and use real objects to bring a story to life through drawing and painting. Campers will also explore the depths of their imaginations as they weave a storyline together and surprise themselves with the discoveries made along the way. This is a new and unique class for any camper who enjoys the field of art.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

August 24-28
August 24-28

11-14 Years
8-10 Years

3348
3349

$239
$239

REGISTER HERE

Print It! [back to top]

Turn crazy materials into beautiful art in this class! Campers will use everything from fly swatters to bubble wrap to create patterns, textures, colors and shapes as they experiment with their preferences. Campers will also learn about the printing process and how to incorporate drawing skills into the project. Previous experience is not required. Wearing an older shirt for painting is recommended.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

July 27-31

9-11 Years

3350

$239

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Sound Recording [back to top]

Discover the life of a rock star with Youth Programs! Taught in one of the top recording studios in Minneapolis, this program focuses on showing how musicians record hit CDs. All campers will have the opportunity to play instruments and record/produce their own CD compilations. This program is offered in cooperation with Static Free Productions. Previous musical experience is beneficial but not required.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

July 6-10
July 13-17
July 20-24
July 27-31
August 3-7
August 10-14
August 17-21

12-15 Years
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
12-15 Years

3293
3294
3300
3301
3302
3303
3304

$260
$260
$260
$260
$260
$260
$260

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Spaces of Your Imagination [back to top]

Discover how your favorite stores or restaurants are designed; and why. Learn about designing schools, hospitals, offices, and more. Additionally, campers will use their creativity to design a space while learning about a real designer's daily activities.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

July 20-24

12-15 Years

3305

$224

REGISTER HERE

Video Production [back to top]

Fulfill the dream of being a movie producer in this hands-on introduction to video production. Campers will learn the skills for filming, lighting, and editing using state of the art video cameras and software to create a final product such as a television commercial, music video or short film. This program is offered in cooperation with Static Free Productions.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

July 27-31
August 3-7
August 17-21
August 24-28

10-12 Years
12-15 Years
11-13 Years
12-15 Years

3306
3307
3308
3309

$260
$260
$260
$260

REGISTER HERE

Young Wizards [back to top]

For those that have attended our camps before, or have similar training or practical experience with Magic, join the Wizards Club! Campers will add new skills and techniques to their bag of tricks with cards, coins and everyday objects, plus uncover the secrets of misdirection and the art of doing magic as entertainment.

Dates

Ages

Bar Code

Price

July 13-17

10-15 Years

3310

$224

REGISTER HERE

Office Info

Email

drsyouth@umn.edu

Camp Day-Of Issues, Questions & Changes

(612) 624-1423

Main Office

(612) 625-2242

Address

University Youth Programs
104 St. Paul Gym,
1536 N. Cleveland Avenue,
St. Paul, MN 55108

Download a Brochure

Click on the cover below to view the 2009 Summer Programs Guide. (2.17MB PDF)

Summer Youth Programs Cover

Summer Camps "At a Glance"

Click on the link below to view our summer camp schedule at a glance.

Sample 2009 Summer Camp Schedule (61KB PDF)

Parent Handbook

Click on the parent handbook for important information about our summer camps.
(198KB PDF)

Parent Handbook Cover