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  • About Youth Programs

    DISCOVER

    REAL COLLEGE - REAL FUN

    Western Washington University celebrates its 30th year offering a diverse range of academic enrichment programs for students in grades K-12.

    Ignite the imagination with intriguing academic topics.

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    Youth Programs
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    LEARN

    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.

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    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

    Summer:
    Entering grades 4-6
    July 9-13, 2012
    July 23-27, 2012

    Entering grades 7-9
    July 9-13, 2012
    July 23-27, 2012

    Global Connections
    Grades 4-6; July 23-August 10, 2012

    Grandparents "U"
    Ages 7-14
    July 19-20, 2012

    Western Arts Prep Academy:

    Dance
    Ages 2-12 (September-June)
    Grades K-2 (Summer)
    July 9-13, 2012

    Music
    Violin, Ages 4-7

    September-June

    Summer, June 26-August 21, 2012

    Theatre
    Grades 3-8

    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 2-20, 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 *



    College Quest*

    Global Connections

    Grandparents "U"

    Odyssey of Science & Arts
    Academic Year Program
    Summer Program*

    Western Arts Preparatory Academy:
    Art
    Dance
    Music
    Summer Youth Theatre Institute

    Western Kids Camp

    WWU Lakewood Jr Sailing Camp

    TESTIMONIALS

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    "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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  • GENERAL INFORMATION
    Parents, Testimonials, Costs, Sponsors
  • COLLEGE QUEST
    Pre-college Program / Grades 10-12
  • GLOBAL CONNECTIONS PROGRAM
    Grades 4-6
  • GRANDPARENTS "U"
    Intergenerational Program / Ages 7-14
  • ODYSSEY OF SCIENCE & ARTS
    Academic Enrichment / Grades K-9
  • SUMMER YOUTH THEATRE INSTITUTE
    Theatre Program / Grades 1-12
  • WESTERN ARTS PREPARATORY ACADEMY
    Dance, Music, Art & Theatre / Ages K-12
  • WESTERN KIDS CAMP
    Summer Day Camp / Grades K-6
  • WWU LAKEWOOD JR SAILING CAMP
    Sailing & Windsurfing / Ages 11-18
  • VIKING SPORTS CAMPS (youth)
    Offered through WWU Vikings Athletic Dept.

  • Youth Programs Summer 2012

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    Explore academic enrichment topics, experience college life, connect with international students, access state-of-the-art college facilities, enjoy recreation activities, and more ...

    Youth

  • Odyssey of Science & Arts

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    Discover the fun of science and art in Western’s specialized labs, studios and classrooms.

    OSA

  • Summer Youth Theatre Institute

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    Calling young actors; grades 1-5, 6-8 and 9-12. Expand your skills. Perform on a real stage!

    SYTI

  • Western Kids Camp

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    Summer day camp for youth grades K-6. Explore exciting Academic enrichment topics!

    Western Kids Camp

  • Western Arts Preparatory Academy - WAPA

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    Art, dance, music and theatre for youth. Ignite a passion for the Arts.

    WAPA

  • Grandparents "U"

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    Grandparents and grandchildren are invited! Connect and create memories during this two-day program.

    Grandparents U

  • College Quest

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    Bridge the gap between High School and College. Complete a course and earn a college credit!

    College Quest

  • WWU Lakewood Jr. Sailing Camp

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    Choose from several weeks and experience levels. Sail or Windsurf on Lake Whatcom!

    Sailing/Windsurfing

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CONTACT US

  • youth@wwu.edu
  • 360.650.3308
  • WWU-Extended Ed, Youth Programs
    516 High Street, MS 9102
    Bellingham, WA 98225
    or visit us in College Hall 104