Southern Illinois University Carbondale is offering a variety of academic, athletic, art, music, and outdoor camps and conferences this summer. These events provide great opportunities for reporters, photographers, and news crews to capture exciting stories, photos, and videos. Below is a schedule of activities from June 30 through late July, along with contact information for media inquiries.
Art Camps
Art Exploration (July 8-12)
- For Grades 1-3: 9-11 a.m.
- For Grades 4-8: 1-4 p.m.
- Activities: Working with clay, fibers, printmaking, painting, and drawing.
- Best Times to Visit: 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Craft Shop, Student Center.
- Contact: Stephanie Dukat at dukat@siu.edu or 618-453-3636.
Clay Sculptures (July 15-18)
- For Grades 1-3: 9-11 a.m.
- For Grades 4-8: 1-4 p.m.
- Activities: Creating hand-built clay sculptures and painting.
- Best Times to Visit: 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 1:30-2:30 p.m. July 17-19 at the Craft Shop.
- Contact: Stephanie Dukat at dukat@siu.edu or 618-453-3636.
Modern Masters: Drawing and Painting (July 22-26)
- For Grades 1-3: 9-11 a.m.
- For Grades 4-8: 1-4 p.m.
- Activities: Enhancing drawing and painting skills inspired by famous artists.
- Best Times to Visit: 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 1:30-2:30 p.m. July 23-26.
- Contact: Stephanie Dukat at dukat@siu.edu or 618-453-3636.
STEM Workshop
Rocketry and Avionics Educators Workshop (July 8-11)
- For: Middle school STEM educators.
- Activities: Rocket launches, hands-on applications.
- Best Time to Visit: 9:30-11:30 a.m. July 10 at the SIU Farms Astronomy Observation Area.
- Contact: Heather Arnett at 309-846-2649 or Chris Sewell at 309-830-4010.
Outdoor Camps at Touch of Nature
Forest Critters (July 8-12)
- For Ages 5-10: Various woodland activities.
- Best Times to Visit:
- “Clovers” ages 5-6: 1-3 p.m. July 8 at Burke Lounge, Camp 2.
- “Bobcats” ages 8-10: 9:30-11:30 a.m. July 10, giant outdoor swing, Camp 2.
- “Raccoons” ages 7-8: 9:30-11:30 a.m. July 10, environmental education, Camp 2.
- Contact: Sydney Pogue at sydney.pogue@siu.edu or 618-453-3950, Morgan Kruse at morgan.kruse@siu.edu or 618-453-2906.
Water Wonders (July 15-19)
- For Ages 5-10: Exploring Little Grassy Lake and Indian Creek.
- Best Times to Visit:
- “Clovers” ages 5-6: 9:30-11:30 a.m. July 16, outdoor living skills, Camp 2.
- “Raccoons” ages 7-8 and “Bobcats” ages 8-10: 9:30-11:30 a.m. July 16, sports and games, Camp 2.
- Contact: Sydney Pogue at sydney.pogue@siu.edu or 618-453-3950, Morgan Kruse at morgan.kruse@siu.edu or 618-453-2906.
Adult Retreat, Session 2 (July 15-19)
- For: Adults with disabilities.
- Activities: Swimming, boating, sports, games, environmental education, arts and crafts.
- Best Time to Visit: 9:30-11:30 a.m. July 16, music, art, and theater, Touch of Nature Camp 2.
- Contact: Sydney Pogue at sydney.pogue@siu.edu or 618-453-3950, Morgan Kruse at morgan.kruse@siu.edu or 618-453-2906.
Combined Events
Forest Critters and Camp Little Giant Lily Pads
- Event: Lake party.
- Best Time to Visit: 9:30-11:30 a.m. July 12 at Touch of Nature Camp 2 beach.
- Contact: Sydney Pogue at sydney.pogue@siu.edu or 618-453-3950, Morgan Kruse at morgan.kruse@siu.edu or 618-453-2906.
Water Wonders and Camp Little Giant Adult Campers
- Event: Big beach party.
- Best Time to Visit: 9:30-11:30 a.m. July 19 at Touch of Nature Camp 2 beach.
- Contact: Sydney Pogue at sydney.pogue@siu.edu or 618-453-3950, Morgan Kruse at morgan.kruse@siu.edu or 618-453-2906.
For more information and a complete schedule, visit camps.siu.edu.
