Extended Studies, University of Nevada, Reno

Coming Summer 2008
KIDS University
(boys and girls entering grades 2-8)
Seven week-long sessions
June 16-Aug. 1, 2008
KIDS University at the University of Nevada, Reno provides seven fun-filled themed weeks of sports and learning activities on the University campus. KIDS U instructors are University of Nevada, Reno faculty and teachers in the Washoe County School District; education students and teaching assistants are high school graduates over 17.

Many great sessions are still available for registration. Here are just a few to check out:
• Cinco Culturas — Explore the cultures of five countries from the Spanish-speaking world!
• KIDS Congress — Visit Nevada’s state capital and learn how the Constitution works in your daily life!
• Spinelli Spells F-U-N — Get to know the books of the awesome award-winning author Jerry Spinelli!
• KIDS U Sign Language — Talk to your friends and family without speaking a word!
• Summer of Poetry — Stretch your creativity and write and design your own book!
• KIDS U Improv — No experience necessary: Have a laugh riot and find the comedian in you!

To learn more about this summer’s remaining KIDS U sessions:

View the grid of available KIDS University courses (To be updated every weekday morning).
View the 2008 KIDS University brochure (PDF)

Every camper will receive personalized instruction in a fun and learning environment. Sessions are held Monday through Friday in full- and half-day blocks on the University campus.

Watch your mailbox! Brochures should arrive by Friday, March 7 by mail or through the Washoe County School District, and will also be available to download here or to pick up in person in the Continuing Education Building, second floor, 1041 N. Virginia St.

Registration* begins Saturday, March 29,
7 a.m.-noon for walk-ins only!

Half days: $120
Full days: $180

*In order to keep the lines moving and to be fair to all, a limit of four registration forms will be accepted per person in line. Registrations will not be accepted prior to 7 a.m., Saturday, March 29.

Registrations will resume Monday, March 31, at 8 a.m. Registrations will be accepted Monday-Friday, March 31-July 25, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. by:

Phone with credit card payment; please call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928.
Walk-in, Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Room 202.
Mail with check or credit card payment using the form in the 2008 KIDS University brochure (available by March 7).
Please note: No faxed registrations will be accepted.

Lake Tahoe Music Camp
July 27-August 2, 2008
(musicians entering
grades 6-12)
The University of Nevada, Reno's Lake Tahoe Music Camp provides a fun-filled week of music — rehearsals, concerts and clinics — and activities at Lake Tahoe. The overnight camp is directed by University director of bands, A.G. "Mack" McGrannahan III and some of the finest music educators in their fields. All musical skill levels in all instrumental areas are welcome. Fee: $500
Registration and information: (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928

Nevada Wolf Pack Altitude Camp
For Boys and Girls
Grades 8-12
July 13-18, 2008
The Nevada Wolf Pack Altitude Camp based at the University of Nevada, Reno is a cross country training and teaching camp that will help you become a better athlete. Learn the basics of training theory, physiology, nutrition, race strategy and sports psychology. Training groups will consist of individuals who are of equal ability and fitness. Call for more information, (775) 784-4046.

Sports Camps!
The University of Nevada, Reno offers a range of summer sports for youth. For more information call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928. Registrants will receive a complete information packet in the mail prior to camp. Click here to register online. For more information, visit Wolf Pack Athletics.