Outreach
Summer Youth Enrichment Camps
With the participation of Western Illinois University (WIU) faculty, staff, and the help of student counselors, the Office of Study Abroad and Outreach (SAO) provides youth with unique hands–on learning opportunities that will transform the way they think about their future. These high-quality and academically challenging summer camps have been serving youth for more than 30 years.
We offer an exclusive early bird special for summer registrants. Early bird 10% discount pricing is only valid now until March 13th, 2020 with at least a $100 program deposit payment.
Summer Camps 2019 (Macomb)
THANK YOU!!
This summer, the Office of Study Abroad & Outreach hosted 9 summer camps that brought 121 youth of all ages to campus. These weeklong residential programs, introduced campers to WIU’s campus in a way many of them had never experienced before. Spending their days with WIU staff and community members, in classroom settings & out in the field, learning and engaging in a variety of hands-on activities. Below is the complete list of the WIU staff, community members and off-campus facilities our campers spent time both with and at. It is quite an impressive list, considering that all camps take place in just 6 weeks. Our Office cannot thank these people and businesses enough for their time and expertise. Without them, none of these programs would be possible. We are so very fortunate to have access to all the opportunities that these resources can provide to further educate our youth.
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Girl Boss (Grades 6-8) INFORMATION COMING SOON!
Scholarships - Types & Applications
WIU Sponsorships & Scholarships
Sponsor A Camper Scholarships
Made possible by private donations from individuals wanting to make summer camp possible for youth. Each qualified applicant will receive a $100 scholarship. To apply, please complete a SAO Application and submit via email to Sally Adams at sa-adams2@wiu.edu or mail to Office of Study Abroad and Outreach, 1 University Circle, Horrabin Hall 8, Macomb, IL 61455.
College of Arts and Science Sponsorships
Available for campers wanting to attend “WIU's Summer Science Experience” and “Girls Plus Math”. Registrants are expected cover at least $100 of the full registration fee. To apply, please complete a SAO Application and submit via email to Sally Adams at sa-adams2@wiu.edu or mail to Office of Study Abroad and Outreach, 1 University Circle, Horrabin Hall 8, Macomb, IL 61455.
NSF Astrophysics Research Grant Scholarships
The WIU Astrophysics Research Laboratory and the Physics Department, with generous support from the National Science Foundation, is pleased to offer two scholarships for students to attend the WIU Summer Science Experience Camp. Preference will be given to:
- Students who want to become scientists, engineers, or want to work in a medical field.
- Students who need economic support to participate.
- Women, underrepresented minorities, or students who will be first in their families to attend college.
Application requires consent of parent/guardian, and endorsement from a teacher. Scholarship applications will receive full consideration if submitted by May 10th. Scholarship applications will be accepted until June 23rd.
Application form: https://goo.gl/forms/elTjogHR5jBZhen52
Community Scholarships
Western Illinois Regional Council (WIRC) Scholarships
These scholarships can be applied to any camp program. Qualification is based on income and residency requirements specified by Macomb's WIRC office. Applicants must reside in either Hanock, Henderson, McDonough or Warren counties. A WIRC Application and SAO Application must both be completed. Please attach proof of total monthly income with your application.
Bushnell School District Scholarships
Available for female registrants of the Bushnell School District wishing to attend "Girls Plus Math" camp. Conact our office at (309) 298-1911 if you meet these requirements.
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