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About Youth Programs

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Western Washington University celebrates its 30th year offering a diverse range of academic enrichment programs for students in grades K-12.
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WWU's Youth Programs' staff are committed to the same high standards of quality for which Western is well known.
Programs and courses are taught by experienced WWU faculty, teachers and instructors.
WWU Youth Programs are self-sustaining and contingent upon sufficient enrollment.GROW
Testimonials
"He was fascinated by the subjects covered and was never, never bored." ~ parent
"The experience gave me a good idea of what college might be like and definitely sparked interest in pursuing further education after high school." ~ student
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Program List
College Quest
Entering grades 10-12
July 15-20, 2012
Odyssey of Science & Arts
Grades K-5
January 25, 2012
February 29, 2012
April 25, 2012
Entering grades 4-6
July 9-13, 2012
July 23-27, 2012
Entering grades 7-9
July 9-13, 2012
July 23-27, 2012Global Connections
Grades 4-6; July 23-August 10, 2012
Grandparents "U"
Ages 7-14
July 19-20, 2012
Western Arts Prep Academy:
Art
Dance
Ages 2-12 (September-June)
Grades K-2 (Summer)
July 9-13, 2012
Music
Violin, Ages 4-7September-June
Summer: June 26-August 21, 2012
Summer Youth Theatre Institute
Elementary: Entering grades 1-5
June 25-July 6, 2012
Secondary: Entering grades 6-12
June 25-July 13, 2012
Western Kids Camp
Grades K-6 (ages 5-11)
July 2-July 20, 2012
WWU Lakewood Jr. Sailing Camp
Ages 11-18
June 25-August 24, 2012
Cost and Registration
COST & REGISTRATION
Register online!
Summer Registration Opens
January 1, 2012
Discount available on
Summer Programs with an *TESTIMONIALS
"My child gained confidence and is even more excited about future classes."
"My child absolutely loved it. It was exciting and informative"
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Cost Information - College Quest
Cost: $795 |
Cost covers tuition, lodging and meals, recreational activities, and residence hall supervision.
Alumni Association members, WWU faculty and staff receive a $50 discount at time of registration. Only one discount applies to this program.
Additional cost of $25 - Each linen pack (two blankets, two sheets, one pillow and case, two bath and one hand towel and face cloth, and one small bar of soap).
Registration Requirements due June 30:
High School transcript
One page student essay describing why you want to attend the program
Mail to:
WWU Cashier - Extended Ed
516 High Street, MS 9004
Bellingham, WA 98225
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Confidential fax: 360-788-0854
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E-mail: youth@wwu.edu
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In Person: WWU Cashier, Old Main 245
Registrations will be accepted after June 1 on a space available basis.
Cancellation and Refunds
A full refund is granted if a program or camp is cancelled. No reduction in fees is given for late arrival, early departure or expulsion for disciplinary matters. Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing 12 working days prior to the first day of your session; a $250 handling charge will be deducted.
Scholarships
Assistance League of Bellingham offers Summer Enrichment scholarships to middle and high school students from Whatcom County. Visit the web at:
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COURSES
Film/Video Production
Environmental Science
Materials Science
Behavioral Neuroscience
Writing for the Stage
Multicultural Analysis of Children's Lit
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Global Connections
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Grandparents "U"
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Odyssey of Science & Arts
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Western Arts Preparatory Academy (WAPA)
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Summer Youth Theatre Institute (SYTI)
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Western Kids Camp
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WWU LAKEWOOD JR SAILING CAMP
Youth Programs is self-sustaining and contingent upon sufficient enrollment.

CONTACT US
- youth@wwu.edu
- 360.650.3308
- WWU-EESP,
Youth Programs
516 High Street, MS 9102
Bellingham, WA 98225

