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April 6, 2007
Calhoun to Host Summer Virtual Journeys Technologies Camps
Youth in grades 6 through 12 will have the opportunity to immerse themselves into the 21st century technologies of robotics, 3D modeling, and animation during a series of week-long camps to be offered this summer by Calhoun Community College. Calhoun's "Virtual Journey" Technology Camps incorporate hands-on physics, engineering, and computer design to build a working robot. Each camp will conclude with a “Team Challenge” competition.
"These camps are designed to inspire in young people, their schools, and our communities, an appreciation of science and technology and of how mastering these can enrich the lives of all," commented Dr. Sue Mitchell, Calhoun computer information systems instructor and founder of the camp program.
This year's camp dates are June 4-8 (Robotics); June 4-8 (3D Modeling); June 11-15 (3D Animation – 3D Modeling required); and July 9-13 (Robotics). All camp sessions will be held at the Aerospace Training Center and in the Business and Visualization Center located on Calhoun's Decatur campus. Daily sessions run from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and include snacks and lunch each day. "Each camp incorporates five consecutive days of development with a steady progression of knowledge-based challenges presented each session of the camp," Dr. Mitchell added.
The Robotics camps, utilizing the Lego Mindstorm Robotics Challenge Set, are a compelling hands-on action guided by facilitators. Students design, program, and test robots on special playing fields to see how well they work. "It is a process very similar to the one applied by cutting-edge companies when they develop new products," said Dr. Mitchell. The three new camps which have been added this year include rockets, digital imaging and 3D animation.
Tuition per each week-long camp is $250 per student. Those pre-registering by April 20, 2006 , will receive a $50 discount on their tuition ($200 per student.) Tuition for each camp includes all printed materials, a camp T-shirt , a daily snack, and lunch. All participants will have the opportunity to purchase new versions of the kits and software utilized during the camps to take home.
For more information about any of the programs, or to register, call Gwen Baker 256/306-2665 or Dr. Sue Mitchell 256/306-2655, or visit the 21st Century Virtual Journeys website.
Coverage of this release:
- Students learn about the power of technical careers at Calhoun Community College through summer camps, Update from The Alabama College System, April 25, 2007, vol. 3, No. 8
- Calhoun to Host Summer Virtual Journeys Technologies Camps, Speakin' Out News, Wednesday, April 11, 2007 issue, p. 3
- Calhoun College announces summer technology camps, The Decatur Daily, Sunday, April 8, 2007 issue, p. B4
- Calhoun hosts technology camps, The Athens News-Courier, Sunday, April 8, 2007 issue, p. 6A
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Janet Kincherlow-Martin
Director of Public Relations
(256) 306-2561
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