
Summer Source
Welcome to Summer Source
Your one-stop-shop for summer programming at Kent State University.
Each year Kent State University hosts a variety of programs during the summer, which is of great value to our local community and beyond. These programs are managed through offices and academic departments across campus and target current Kent State students, youth, senior citizens, and everyone.
If you have questions about a specific program, please contact the department or department coordinator provided under the program listing.
If you have general questions about summer programming at Kent State, please contact the Office of Continuing Education at 330-672-3100 or continuinged@kent.edu.
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Academic
Academic S.T.A.R.S
Students Achieving and Reaching for Success is a special opportunity for selected students to continue achieving academic excellence beyond high school and into college. Over this seven-week summer program, you will learn more about your culture as an African American, Latinx, Native American or Multi-Race identifying student while:- Earning six free college credits
- Being part of a community with other students, professors and staff
- Building up your academic, personal, professional and social skills to help you in college
- Gaining a deeper sense of pride in your cultural identity
Program Cost
This program is completely free to students! The E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center pays for:
- Tuition and Fees
- Books and Course materials
- Housing
- Meals
Monday, January, 23, 2023: Application Opens
Monday, April 3, 2023: Application Closes
Saturday, April 15, 2023: Interview Day
Program Timeline
Sunday, June 4, 2023: Program Move-in and Welcome
Monday- Tuesday, June 5-6, 2023: Destination Kent State
Thursday, June 8, 2023: First day of classes
Friday, July 21, 2023: Program ends and Move-Out
If you need any additional information or have any questions, please contact the Student Multicultural Center at (330) 672-3560 or via email at SMC@kent.edu
Bridges Summer Program (Incoming First-Year Students)The Bridges Summer Program is designed for and offered to incoming first-year students from historically underrepresented and first-generation groups looking to pursue a degree in the College of Education, Health, and Human Services.
Advantages of Participating in the Summer Bridges Program:
- A 5-week experience that includes FREE on-campus housing and a meal plan
- Receive up to 7 credits hours before starting the fall semester
- Students have access to peer-tutoring and mentoring provided by/from the EHHS faculty and staff
- Access to College Success workshops and opportunities to explore social and cultural activities in Portage County
- Involvement through Community Service projects and initiatives
- Gain life-long friendships and campus confidence
June 4 - July 14, 2023
Request Additional Information Here
For additional info, contact: The Office of Diversity Outreach and Development at 330-672-2537 or ehhsdiversity@kent.eduCREATIVE CODING SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Make computational art and learn to code this summer at The School of Emerging Media and Technology's Creative Coding Workshop.
High school students and returning Kent State students with little or no background in coding and computer graphics are invited to a two-afternoon, hands-on workshop hosted at the Kent State University campus. Led by faculty in the School of Emerging Media and Technology, attendees will learn the basics of JavaScript and leave with a distinctive digital artifact and the tools to create generative art. This workshop is perfect for students exploring their expressive side and curious about coding.
This workshop is free but registration is limited, so sign up while spots are available!
Kent State Students
Open to all majors - current and incoming (Fall '23) Kent State students
June 27-28, 1 p.m. -5 p.m.
Franklin Hall | IdeaBase (Room 326)High School Students
Rising juniors and seniors
July 19-20, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Franklin Hall | IdeaBase (Room 326)
Credit WorkshopsThe Office of Continuing Education offers a variety of workshops in education, art education, and other areas. Credit workshops, like for-credit continuing education courses, meet university and Ohio Board of Regents standards for contact hours and out-of-class time and adhere to the cost per credit hour set by the University Board of Trustees.
Dates: Summer 2023
Cost: Varies depending on the workshop
Find More Information on Credit Workshops Here
For additional info, contact: The Office of Continuing Education at 330-672-3100 or continuinged@kent.eduFashion Academy
The Kent State University School of Fashion Design and Merchandising will take place June 12-17, 2023.
CONTACT
- Email: fashionschoolacademy@kent.edu
- Phone: 330-672-0194
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Website: www.kent.edu/fashion/academy
Digital Knitting
- In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn digital knitting and programming of the Stoll industrial knitting machines. They will gain a foundational understanding of stitches and how to program them on Create Plus software. And, using industrial knitting machines, they will master fundamentals like required threading set up and machine maintenance.
- 2-day onsite introduction June 8-9
June 8: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
June 9: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The program starts with an intensive 2-days on the Kent State University Campus. Participants will be introduced to the different types of machines available, and the basic stitches that can be created on each.
Online class June 12th – August 8th
The body of the workshop will be delivered online via Microsoft Teams. There will be one synchronous lecture/meeting per week and one lesson delivered asynchronously. Each participant will have access to a Create Plus programming software trial license. Note that the software requires a PC computer. More detailed information will be provided with your registration.
Participants who have a license and would prefer to focus on the M1 Plus software, may choose to do so.
Optional final 2-day meetings August 10 – 11, 2023
August 10: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
August 11: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
During this time, participants will use the industrial knitting machines to practice setting up and knitting the programs they developed. Those with access to their own knitting machines are not required to attend the in-person sessions. In those cases, the instructor will review files before the machines are set up and, if necessary, work with participants via video call to run the files on their individual machines.
Cost for workshop $1499
Includes instruction, supplies for the onsite visits, as well as a trial license for the Create Plus software. Participants are responsible for their travel, hotel, and food for the campus visits.
Noël Palomo-Lovinski, MFA
npalomo@kent.eduAssociate Director, Professor
School of FashionKent State University, USA
T: +1 (330) 672 0137
Florence Summer Institute (Undergraduate, Graduate, and Guest Students)Prepare for the experience of a lifetime!
Check out Program Information to learn about the program dates, academics, accommodations, flights, study tours, and much more.
Ready to apply? Then click on Applying to Kent State Florence Summer Institute for instructions about how to apply through our online system.
Read about Life in Florence to learn about the fun activities the city offers as well as the history of the historic buildings of the Kent State Florence campus.
For detailed information about classes, including course descriptions, refer to the Course Offerings page.
To review Florence Summer Institute fees and what those fees include, check out Program Costs.
Location: Florence, Italy
Register Here for Florence Summer Institute
For additional info, contact: Kristina Spangler, Education Abroad Advisor at kspangl6@kent.eduGeneva Summer Program (Undergraduate, Graduate, and Guest Students)
Kent State University has been educating students in Geneva for more than 30 years. Continuing this rich tradition, Kent State, in partnership with Webster University, offers this exciting summer program in the heart of Geneva, Switzerland. Participants will experience an enriching academic and cultural setting for the 7-week summer program, as well as have the opportunity for independent travel around Europe.
Program Requirements:
- Full-time degree-seeking university student
- Undergraduate Students - 2.5 cumulative GPA (3.3 cumulative GPA required for Internship Program)
- Undergraduate Students - Earned a minimum of 15.0 credit hours
- Graduate Students - 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Graduate Students - Earned a minimum of 6.0 credit hours.
An admissions decision will only be made once your application is complete and reviewed by both Kent State University and Webster University.
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Register Here for Geneva Summer Program
For additional info, contact: Kristina Spangler, Education Abroad Advisor at kspangl6@kent.eduGeology Summer Camp
Contact:
Dr. David B. Hacker
Director, Geology Summer Field Camp
Kent State University
Kent, OH 44242
dhacker@kent.edu
Dr. Hacker's Voicemail: (330) 672-7883. All questions should be directed to Dr. Hacker at dhacker@kent.edu or Department of Earth Sciences Secretary: (330) 672-2680SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
KSU Earth Sciences majors may apply for KSU Field Camp Scholarships.
LOCATION
Black Hills, South Dakota and adjacent parts of Wyoming
DATES - June 8 - July 12, 2023
Annually in June and July, during Kent State's Summer Session I.
COURSE AND CREDITS
ESCI 41092 (undergraduate) and 51092 (graduate) carry six semester hours of credit. This course is required for all B.S. candidates in the Department of Earth Sciences and for entering graduates students who have not completed a Field Camp requirement as part of their undergraduate study.
PREREQUISITES
Earth Materials I (or Mineralogy), Earth Materials II (or Petrology), and Structural Geology
SUGGESTED BACKGROUND COURSES
Students would also benefit from classes in Paleontology, and Geomorphology, although these are not required.
Kupita/Transiciones (Undergraduate Students)Kupita/Transiciones (K/T) is a free program that includes a cultural orientation, transition experience, and year-long mentoring program for newly admitted and transfers African American, Latinx, Hispanic, Native American, and Multiracial students in mind. Spanning over the academic year, students will engage in activities to learn how to successfully navigate their college career by focusing on the cultural and social climate of Kent State University. All students are welcome to join.
As a result of participating in the Kupita/Transiciones (K/T) program, we hope students:
- Feel more connected to Kent State University
- Establish their Kent State University Familia
- Are affirmed in their cultural Identity
- Gain an appreciation for different cultures
- Identify opportunities for engagement at Kent State University
After students participate in the cultural orientation and transition experience, students will continue into the K/T Mentoring Program. The K/T Mentoring Program offers students an opportunity to have their mentor from K/T provide continued assistance, guidance, and support throughout their entire freshman year.
Information/Questions
Find Additional Information Here
If you have any questions, please contact the Student Multicultural Center at (330) 672-3560 or via e-mail at SMC@kent.edu.Porthouse College Academy (Prospective BFA Students)
The Porthouse College Academy is a musical theatre summer intensive program for high school graduates intending to enroll at Kent State University’s School of Theatre and Dance as a theatre major. Participants may enroll in either the 3 or 6 credit hour program.
For additional info, contact: Jennifer Korecki, Coordinator, Porthouse Academy at jkoreck1@kent.eduSenior Guest Program (Ohio residents Age 60 years+)
The Senior Guest Program at Kent State University allows Ohio residents aged 60 years and older to attend regular university on-campus classes tuition-free on a space-available basis.
Dates: Summer registration May 24 - 30, 2023 (no pre-registration)
Cost: Senior Guests are responsible for the payment of course fees covering materials and supplies as well as the $15 per credit hour distance learning fee assessed for all online courses.
Find More Information on the Senior Guest Program and Class Schedules Here
Questions? Contact your campus Senior Guest Administrator
Summer Writing CommonsJanuary 23 - May 2, 2023
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Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday - 9AM - 9PM
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Thursday and Friday - 9AM - 5PM
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Saturday - 12 noon - 5PM
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Sunday - 3PM - 9PM
During the hours we are open, we can answer quick questions!
Summer Sessions (Undergraduate, Graduate, and Transfer Students)
Whether you are a current Kent State student or attend a different college, Summer Sessions at Kent State are a great way to catch up and get ahead. Hundreds of summer classes are available—including many you can take online. See how far you can advance – when you see yourself at Kent State this summer! The summer schedule is available. See the summer schedule of classes.
Dates: Intersession: May 18-June 7, 2023 (Duration: 3 weeks); Summer I: June 8-July 12, 2023 (Duration: 5 weeks); Summer II: June 8-August 2, 2023 (Duration: 8 weeks); Summer III: July 13-August 16, 2023 (Duration: 5 weeks)
Cost: Varies depending on the class
Find More Information on Summer Sessions and Class Schedules Here
For additional info, contact: Marilyn Bokrass, Outreach Program Director at 330-672-8658 or summer@kent.edu -
Art & Performing Arts
Kent/Blossom Music Festival (All Ages)
- The Kent Blossom Music Festival is open to musicians of all ages, ranging from talented high school conservatory students to post-doctoral professionals.
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EXPLORE A SUMMER AT KENT BLOSSOM MUSIC FESTIVAL
Call us at 330-672-0397
Music Education Summer 2023 Courses
Professional development for music teachers and electives for current Kent State students of any major. Offered for credit or as a non-credit workshop.
Courses:
ORFF LEVELS 1, 2, 3
June 20-24 and June 26-30 | Featuring National AOSA Instructors
EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC - A MUSIC LEARNING THEORY APPROACH
July 5-8 and July 10-15 | GIML Level 1 with Wendy Valerio and Herbert Marshall
SUMMER CONDUCTING INTENSIVE - CHORAL AND INSTRUMENTAL
July 17-21 | Workshops and Master Classes with Jay White and Benjamin Lorenzo
Have Questions? Contact Butch Marshall, Assistant Professor of Music Education Email Dr. Butch Marshall
Porthouse College Academy
Download 2023 Porthouse Academy Flyer
Porthouse Theatre, Kent State University’s summer professional theatre located on the grounds of Blossom Music Center, will host its annual Porthouse Theatre College Academy during the summer of 2023.
The Academy is ideal for performance students looking to jump start their college career and further develop their musical theatre skills. Students who enroll elect to receive 3 or 6 credit hours toward their BA Theatre Studies or BFA Musical Theatre degree.
DATES AND CREDIT HOUR OPTIONS
3 Credit Hour Option
July 4 - 23
In State Tuition – $1,677.00*
Out of State Tuition – $2,815.80*6 Credit Hour Option
July 4 - August 6
In State Tuition – $3,594.00*
Out of State Tuition – $5,576.90** Kent Campus 2022-2023 Tuition Guarantee Cohort Rates (TGCR)
COURSEWORK
Students can expect to take 1-credit hour classes in Musical Theatre Dance, Musical Theatre Performance, and Acting and Monologue Preparation.
HOUSING
Summer housing will be in Stopher and Johnson Halls. The summer 2022 rate for housing was $225 per week for a single room with a private bath. Rates are subject to change for summer 2023. Please contact Residence Services with additional questions at (330)-672-7000 or 1-800-706-8941.
Apply For Summer Housing by visiting: www.kent.edu/housing/summer-housing
Contact Jennifer Korecki at 330-672-8312 or jkoreck1@kent.edu
Summer Fashion AcademyFASHION ACADEMY
The Kent State University School of Fashion Design and Merchandising will take place June 12-17, 2023.
The academy is a one-week program that introduces high school students to key areas in fashion design and merchandising. The Summer Fashion Academy will allow creative, motivated teens to explore their passion for fashion in a pre-college, summer residence program. Our mission is to inspire creative and resourceful fashion leaders.
DETAILS
The Summer Fashion Academy is for students who:
- Have completed their sophomore year of high school
- Are 16 to 18 years of age
- Are passionate about fashion
- Are interested in exploring careers in the $4 billion fashion industry
The Summer Fashion Academy is a one-week program that offers a carefully curated series of lessons and activities that approach fashion from multiple angles, examining both the design and business aspects. The program is every bit as fun as it is enriching. During the course of the week, students will work individually and in teams to complete a variety of creative projects.
In five days packed with creative exploration, students will:
- Create a three-dimensional design, from initial idea to developed concept to finished garment;
- Use the digitally equipped TechStyleLAB to design an accessory;
- Explore the foundations of fashion design;
- Learn about fashion’s history and the role fashion plays in our society;
- Meet other students who share their passion for fashion;
- Have access to the resources and instructors of a world-class fashion institution; and
- Produce a cumulative fashion show and celebration to end the week.
COST
- TBA
- All-inclusive — includes six nights in a Kent State residence hall, all meals, supplies and materials.
Financial aid is available for those that qualify. Once the student has been registered, additional information will be sent to students and families who are interested in applying for financial aid.
- Email: wperrine@kent.edu
- Phone: 330-672-0179
- Email: fashionschoolacademy@kent.edu
- Phone: 330-672-0194
- Website: www.kent.edu/fashion/academy
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Athletics & Recreation
Kent State Sports Camps (All Ages)
https://www.kentstatecamps.com
We are excited and look forward to having you at our camps here at Kent State University.
Kent State Intercollegiate Athletics Sports Camps provide opportunities for athletes of all ages to develop their skills in a fun, sportsmanlike environment. In addition to fundamental instruction, campers will be exposed to sport specific strategies and will have the chance to meet new people. Our goal as a Department is to offer sports camps that challenge athletes and promote individual improvement that will eventually lead to athletic success.
Peak Summer Camps (Ages 6-12)The PEAK Summer Camp is designed for children 6 - 12 years of age and is part of the American Camp Association. Each session is facilitated by highly motivated and energetic students and professionals.
Campers can expect a wide variety of activities, crafts, and games based around weekly themes, that will keep them engaged and active with campers in their age group. Utilizing several of the facilities that are operated by RecWell, we strive to offer something that every camper can enjoy.
Registration
https://www.kent.edu/recwell/camp-registration
SUMMER 2023
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Week 1: June 5 - June 9
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Week 2: June 12 - June 16
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Week 3: June 19 - June 23
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Week 4: June 26 - June 30
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No camp during the week of July 4th*
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Week 5: July 10 - July 14
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Week 6: July 17 - July 21
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Week 7: July 24 - July 28
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Week 8: July 31 - August 4
Contact InformationJim Underwood
Associate Director, Ice Arena, Competitive Sports & Outdoor Facilities
330-672-1138
junderw3@kent.eduEli Mallahan
Coordinator, Competitive Sports & Youth Programs
330-672-2799
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Language Arts
Camp Read-A-Lot (Grades 1-6)
Camp Read-A-Lot will not be held during the summer of 2023.
We encourage you to review our Online Resources for Parents webpage and also your local library’s website for summer literacy activities.The Kent State University (KSU) Summer Clinical Practicum in Corrective Reading intervention program, aka Camp Read-A-Lot, has a strong record of improving student achievement in literacy while also assisting graduate students (already certified teachers) in strengthening and refining their instructional practices in the language arts. The program begins with an assessment of each child's literacy strengths and needs. At the conclusion of the program, the teachers write a letter to share pre- and post-assessment results and to provide specific recommendations for home and school.
For additional info, contact: Sherry Ernsberger, Special Assistant, at 330-672-0622 or sernsber@kent.edu
Writing Commons
Spring Hours: January 23 - May 2, 2023
- Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday - 9AM - 9PM
- Thursday and Friday - 9AM - 5PM
- Saturday - 12 noon - 5PM
- Sunday - 3PM - 9PM
During the hours we are open, we can answer quick questions!
For additional info, contact: writing@kent.edu
WICK JUNIORS WRITING CAMP
Wednesday, July 12 - Sunday, July 16
The Writing Camp, offered to students entering grades 3 through 12, will include one day at Kent State University, followed by four days and three nights at the CVNP.
REGISTER HEREThe registration fee covers all expenses, including meals and lodging during the days spent at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Additionally, the young writers will receive a t-shirt, notebook, and pencils.
Wick Juniors Writing Club began offering a summer camp in 2016. This camp is offered in partnership with the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Students entering grades 3 through 12 will experience one day with the Wick Poetry Center teachers at Kent State University, followed by a three-night, four-day stay at the Environmental Education Center (EEC) in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Through guided hikes, pond dips, and more, the young writers will explore how the natural world influences our writing. A culminating reading will be held on the grounds of the CVNP.
Trained Wick Poetry Center teaching artists and the CVNP Environmental Education Center teachers will facilitate the camp activities.
Please email us at wickjuniors@kent.edu with questions.
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Technology/Engineering/STEM Camps/Upward Bound
FANUC Robot Training
Kent State University is a FANUC Authorized Certified Education Training Facility that is able to provide training to students enrolled in academic programs as well as industry representatives. FANUC certified professors conduct all training at Kent State and are committed to providing the best learning experience.
Dates: contact Danielle Muckley Scerbovsky 330-605-5773
Location: Room 028, Aeronautics and Technology Building, Kent State University
Register Here for FANUC Robot Training
Contact: Danielle Muckley Scerbovsky, Director, External Affairs, College of Aeronautics and Engineering, 330-605-5773 or dmuckley@kent.eduGirls Geared for Engineering Camp
From the Kent State College of Aeronautics and Engineering, campers experience aerospace engineering and mechatronics, the integration of mechanical, electrical, computer, and systems engineering, on the Kent State University campus in this multi-disciplinary, week-long day camp. Campers will also take part in fun and challenging engineering projects and activities, such as flying mini-drones and launching a rocket. Campers will explore career opportunities during site visits to two well-known companies.
Register Here for Girls Geared for Engineering Camp
For additional info, contact: Liz Porter at 330-672-4449 or eporte11@kent.edu
Summer STEM & Innovation Camps (Grades 2nd - 6th +)All camps are hosted in the AT&T Classroom/Room 034 of Moulton Hall on the Kent State Campus.
Registration fee per camp: $125 per camp through May 14; $150 per camp after May 14.
Registration: OpenNote: When registering, please use your child’s enrolling grade for 2023-24.
Cancellations must be submitted via email to continuinged@kent.edu within 5 business days prior to the camp start date to receive a refund.
Exploring Robotics
Suggested grades: 4+ (Appropriate for grades 4 through 8)
Schedule: July 10 - July 13, 2023 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Campers will explore coding and computational thinking through hands-on experiences with a variety of programmable robots including mBots, Ozobot Evos, Edisons, and Sphero SPRK+.
Junior Adventures with Robots
Suggested grades: Grades 2-3
Schedule: July 10 - July 13, 2023 1 PM - 3:30 PM
Young campers will be introduced to the fundamentals of coding as they explore a variety of programmable robots including Blue-Bots, Ozobot Evos, Edisons, and Sphero SPRK+.
Full STEAM Ahead with LEGO® SPIKE™ Essential
Grades: 3rd +
Schedule: July 17 - July 20, 2023 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
LEGO® SPIKE™ Essential is LEGO’s learning platform for amplifying children’s understanding of concepts for science, technology, literacy, and math. Campers will engage in hands-on investigation of STEAM concepts as they build with LEGO® elements and program with the intuitive SPIKE™ App.
3D Digital Design for Augmented Reality and Printing
Grades: 4th +
Schedule: July 24 - July 27, 2023 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Campers will use 3DSlash and Maker Empire to design 3D projects for printing and use CoSpaces and Merge Cubes to create augmented reality projects. Each camper will also print out one of their projects to take home.
Digital Game Design
Grades: 5th +
Schedule: July 31 - August 3, 2023 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Campers will build from their excitement for video games and learn to design and program their own playable digital games using tools such as RPG Maker MV and more.
Upward Bound Summer Institute (9th & 10th-grade students)The Kent State University Upward Bound Classic Program has been in existence since 1971 between Kent State University, Barberton, Warren G. Harding, John R. Buchtel (Akron) High Schools, and those communities to promote college readiness and success.
Find More Information for Upward Bound Here
For additional info, contact: The Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at 330-672-2920 or diversity@kent.edu -
Travel
KENT STATE FLORENCE SUMMER INSTITUTE
Check out Program Information to learn about the program dates, academics, accommodations, flights, study tours, and much more.
Ready to apply? Then click on Applying to Kent State Florence Summer Institute for instructions about how to apply through our online system.
Read about Life in Florence to learn about fun activities the city offers as well as the history of the historic buildings of the Kent State Florence campus.
For detailed information about classes, including course descriptions, refer to the Course Offerings page.
To review Florence Summer Institute fees and what those fees include, check out Program Costs.
KENT STATE GENEVA
- Program Start: January 16, 2023
- Program End: May 12, 2023
FALL 2023
- Program Start: August 21, 2023
- Program End: December 15, 2023
*Estimated dates - please check with an education abroad advisor for official dates prior to booking airfare. For the most updated academic calendar, please consult Webster University's website.
Geology - Summer Field Camp (Undergraduate and Graduate Students)
SUMMER FIELD CAMP COURSE INFORMATION
Contact Information
Dr. David B. Hacker
Director, Geology Summer Field Camp
Kent State University
Kent, OH 44242
dhacker@kent.edu
Dr. Hacker's Voicemail: (330) 672-7883
Department of Earth Sciences Secretary: (330) 672-2680All questions should be directed to Dr. Hacker at dhacker@kent.edu.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
KSU Earth Sciences majors may apply for KSU Field Camp Scholarships.
LOCATION
Black Hills, South Dakota and adjacent parts of Wyoming
DATES - June 8 - July 12, 2023
Annually in June and July, during Kent State's Summer Session I.
COURSE AND CREDITS
ESCI 41092 (undergraduate) and 51092 (graduate) carry six semester hours of credit. This course is required for all B.S. candidates in the Department of Earth Sciences and for entering graduates students who have not completed a Field Camp requirement as part of their undergraduate study.
PREREQUISITES
Earth Materials I (or Mineralogy), Earth Materials II (or Petrology), and Structural Geology
SUGGESTED BACKGROUND COURSES
Students would also benefit from classes in Paleontology, and Geomorphology, although these are not required.
FACILITIES
Accommodations are in a dormitory at the Black Hills State University, Spearfish, South Dakota. Meals are provided through the college Monday through Saturday lunch and these board expenses are covered in the general charge listed below. Other meals are the responsibility of the students. Students also provide their own bedding and towels. During the traveling portion of the session, students are responsible for their own food costs.
INSTRUCTORS
The staff consists of senior faculty and experienced instructors at a staff-to-student ratio of about 1 to 10.
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Youth
Camp Read-A-Lot (Grades 1-6)
Camp Read-A-Lot will not be held during the summer of 2023.
We encourage you to review our Online Resources for Parents webpage and also your local library’s website for summer literacy activities.The Kent State University (KSU) Summer Clinical Practicum in Corrective Reading intervention program, aka Camp Read-A-Lot, has a strong record of improving student achievement in literacy while also assisting graduate students (already certified teachers) in strengthening and refining their instructional practices in the language arts. The program begins with an assessment of each child's literacy strengths and needs. At the conclusion of the program, the teachers write a letter to share pre-and post-assessment results and to provide specific recommendations for home and school.
Location: Kent State University, Reading & Writing Center, White Hall
For additional info, contact: Sherry Ernsberger, Special Assistant, at 330-672-0622 or sernsber@kent.eduCREATIVE CODING SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Make computational art and learn to code this summer at The School of Emerging Media and Technology's Creative Coding Workshop.
High school students and returning Kent State students with little or no background in coding and computer graphics are invited to a two-afternoon, hands-on workshop hosted at the Kent State University campus. Led by faculty in the School of Emerging Media and Technology, attendees will learn the basics of JavaScript and leave with a distinctive digital artifact and the tools to create generative art. This workshop is perfect for students exploring their expressive side and curious about coding.
This workshop is free but registration is limited, so sign up while spots are available!
Kent State Students
Open to all majors - current and incoming (Fall '23) Kent State students
June 27-28, 1 p.m. -5 p.m.
Franklin Hall | IdeaBase (Room 326)High School Students
Rising juniors and seniors
July 19-20, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Franklin Hall | IdeaBase (Room 326)
FANUC Robot TrainingKent State University is a FANUC Authorized Certified Education Training Facility that is able to provide training to students enrolled in academic programs as well as industry representatives. FANUC certified professors conduct all training at Kent State and are committed to providing the best learning experience.
Location: Room 028, Aeronautics and Technology Building, Kent State University
Register Here for FANUC Robot Training
For date information, contact: Danielle Muckley Scerbovsky, Director, External Affairs, College of Aeronautics and Engineering, 330-605-5773 or dmuckley@kent.eduGirls Geared for Engineering Camp
From the Kent State College of Aeronautics and Engineering, campers experience aerospace engineering and mechatronics, the integration of mechanical, electrical, computer, and systems engineering, on the Kent State University campus in this multi-disciplinary, week-long day camp. Campers will also take part in fun and challenging engineering projects and activities, such as flying mini-drones and launching a rocket. Campers will explore career opportunities during site visits to two well-known companies.
Register Here for Girls Geared for Engineering Camp
For additional info, contact: Liz Porter at 330-672-4449 or eporte11@kent.eduKent State Sports Camps (All Ages)
Kent State Intercollegiate Athletics Sports Camps provide opportunities for athletes of all ages to develop their skills in a fun, sportsmanlike environment. In addition to fundamental instruction, campers will be exposed to sport-specific strategies and will have the chance to meet new people. Sports include baseball, cheerleading, field hockey, football, golf, gymnastics, lacrosse, baseball, soccer, softball, track, volleyball, wrestling, and more.
Dates: Summer 2023
Register Here for Kent State Sports Camps (Select your individual sport)
For additional info, contact: David Rush, Assistant Athletic Director, at 330-672-8407 or drush3@kent.eduPEAK SUMMER CAMP
The PEAK Summer Camp is designed for children 6 - 12 years of age and is part of the American Camp Association. Each session is facilitated by highly motivated and energetic students and professionals.Campers can expect a wide variety of activities, crafts, and games based around weekly themes, that will keep them engaged and active with campers in their age group. Utilizing several of the facilities that are operated by RecWell, we strive to offer something that every camper can enjoy.
This summer, PEAK will be offering 8 weekly sessions beginning in June, and ending in August, with no camp during the week of July 4th.
We will utilize many Recreation and Wellness Services (RecWell) facilities during PEAK, to provide a wide variety of activities and programming, but we will mainly use the Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) as the “home base” for PEAK.
https://www.kent.edu/recwell/camp-registration
SUMMER 2023
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Week 1: June 5 - June 9
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Week 2: June 12 - June 16
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Week 3: June 19 - June 23
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Week 4: June 26 - June 30
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No camp during the week of July 4th*
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Week 5: July 10 - July 14
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Week 6: July 17 - July 21
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Week 7: July 24 - July 28
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Week 8: July 31 - August 4
Summer Fashion AcademyThe Kent State University School of Fashion Design and Merchandising will take place June 12-17, 2023.
The Summer Fashion Academy is for students who:- Have completed their sophomore year of high school
- Are 16 to 18 years of age
- Are passionate about fashion
- Are interested in exploring careers in the $4 billion fashion industry
The Summer Fashion Academy is a one-week program that offers a carefully curated series of lessons and activities that approach fashion from multiple angles, examining both the design and business aspects. The program is every bit as fun as it is enriching. During the course of the week, students will work individually and in teams to complete a variety of creative projects.
CONTACT
- Email: fashionschoolacademy@kent.edu
- Phone: 330-672-0194
- Website: www.kent.edu/fashion/academy
Summer STEM & Innovation Camps (Grades 2nd - 6th +)All camps are hosted in the AT&T Classroom/Room 034 of Moulton Hall on the Kent State Campus.
Registration fee per camp: $125 per camp through May 14; $150 per camp after May 14.
Registration: OpenNote: When registering, please use your child’s enrolling grade for 2023-24.
Cancellations must be submitted via email to continuinged@kent.edu within 5 business days prior to the camp start date to receive a refund.
Exploring Robotics
Suggested grades: 4+ (Appropriate for grades 4 through 8)
Schedule: July 10 - July 13, 2023 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Campers will explore coding and computational thinking through hands-on experiences with a variety of programmable robots including mBots, Ozobot Evos, Edisons, and Sphero SPRK+.
Junior Adventures with Robots
Grades 2+
Schedule: July 10 - July 13, 2023 1:00 AM - 3:30 AM
Young campers will be introduced to the fundamentals of coding and computational thinking through hands-on experiences with a variety of programmable robots including Blue-Bot, mBots, Edisons, and Sphero SPRK+.
Full STEAM Ahead with LEGO® SPIKE™ Essential
Grades: 3+
Schedule: July 17 - July 20, 2023 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
LEGO® SPIKE™ Essential is LEGO’s learning platform for amplifying children’s understanding of concepts for science, technology, literacy, and math. Campers will engage in hands-on investigation of STEAM concepts as they build with LEGO® elements and program with the intuitive SPIKE™ App.
3D Digital Design for Augmented Reality and Printing
Grades: 4+
Schedule: July 24 - July 27, 2023 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Campers will use 3DSlash and Maker Empire to design 3D projects for printing and use CoSpaces and Merge Cubes to create augmented reality projects. Each camper will also print out one of their projects to take home.
Digital Game Design
Grades: 5+
Schedule: July 31 - August 3,2023 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Campers will build from their excitement for video games and learn to design and program their own playable digital games using tools such as RPG Maker MV and more.
Upward Bound Summer Institute (9th & 10th-grade students)
The Kent State University Upward Bound Classic Program has been in existence since 1971 between Kent State University, Barberton, Warren G. Harding, John R. Buchtel (Akron) High Schools, and those communities to promote college readiness and success.
Find More Information for Upward Bound Here
For additional info, contact: The Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at 330-672-2920 or diversity@kent.edu
Wick Juniors Writing CampWednesday, July 12 - Sunday, July 16
Registration fee: $325
The registration fee covers all expenses, including meals and lodging during the days spent at the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Additionally, the young writers will receive a t-shirt, notebook, and pencils.
Please email us at wickjuniors@kent.edu with questions.
Wick Juniors Writing Club began offering a summer camp in 2016. This camp is offered in partnership with the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Students entering grades 3 through 12 will experience one day with the Wick Poetry Center teachers at Kent State University, followed by a three-night, four-day stay at the Environmental Education Center (EEC) in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Through guided hikes, pond dips, and more, the young writers will explore how the natural world influences our writing. A culminating reading will be held on the grounds of the CVNP.
Trained Wick Poetry Center teaching artists and the CVNP Environmental Education Center teachers will facilitate the camp activities.
Writing Commons
Hours: January 23 - May 2, 2023
- Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday - 9AM - 9PM
- Thursday and Friday - 9AM - 5PM
- Saturday - 12 noon - 5PM
- Sunday - 3PM - 9PM
During the hours we are open, we can answer quick questions!
Click here for help scheduling!
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