Humanities Summer Camp
Experience what it's like to be a college student while still in middle school!
Important Update
We want to thank you for your interest in Simpson College's Humanities Summer Camp. We understand that one of the cornerstones of Simpson College is community. Due to the unprecedented times we are in with COVID-19, the Humanities Summer Camp will not be held this summer.
We ask that you continue to watch for more information regarding this camp in 2021.
At Simpson's week-long summer camp, you can "major" in subjects like Harry Potter, mythology, visual storytelling and more, while "minoring" in other interesting areas.
All "majors" are taught by Simpson College faculty who will help you develop your academic skills while engaging your imagination and creativity. Create fun projects and apply what you learn to what's happening in today's world.
During this course we will revisit these books but we will not be rereading them all.
Course Description
World Building
Work with other campers to build rich, multi-layered fantasy worlds. Over the course of the week we will create the structure and lore of these worlds by designing maps, cultures, ecologies, histories, and belief systems. Everyone will develop their own worlds; we will also collaborate to build a world together.
Nick Proctor
Creative Writing Workshop: Characters, Conflict, and Dialogue
Explore the writer’s craft of creating character, conflict, and dialogue. Strengthen your creativity by observing other authors’ styles, learning techniques, and getting active. Apply your new craft skills during extended writing and workshop sessions where you will create your own characters and begin writing their stories.
Dawn Stallman
Ethics in Harry Potter: The Dramatic Conclusion (Books 5-7)
As Rufus Scrimgeour knows, these are dangerous times. Cedric Diggory’s example could inspire or intimidate us in our choice between what is right and what is easy. But how do we determine right from wrong? This course examines ethical dilemmas in the last three books in the Harry Potter series and applies their insights to today’s Muggle world as well.
Maeve Callan
Comic Book Heroes and Villains
Journey into the world of comic book heroes and villains. Study a bit about the history of characters like Batman, Spider-Man, and Black Panther. Learn how to design and script your own characters and spend time writing and drawing them. Work collectively with fellow campers to build a comics’ world where your characters will interact. Save the Universe!
Jeff Karnicky
This camp is open to residential campers and commuter campers, age 10 - 14
Camp Counselor paid positions available
Are you a self-starter? Do you enjoy working with kids?
Then you should consider to apply for this opportunity!
SIMPSON COLLEGE HUMANITIES SUMMER CAMP IS SEEKING RESIDENT COUNSELORS FOR JUNE 23-28, 2019.
This is a residential camp for students ages 10-14
Assist professors with “major” and “minor” courses during the day
Host evening activities and game nights
Ensure campers are engaged with the lessons and activities
Ensure campers have a quality, memorable experience
Work as a team with other counselors
All applicants must be 18 or older
If interested, please contact emilymarieortiz17@gmail.com.
Please send a copy of your resume, references and a brief statement explaining
why you are interested in this position