Mathematics Enrichment Day Camp 2013
Explore mathematics that is too cool for regular school!
All students entering 7th, 8th or 9th grades who are interested in mathematics and are willing to try outdoor adventures are invited to attend the camp.
Dates
Math Camp 2013 will run from Monday, July 22 until Friday, July 28.
Cost
The total cost of our camp is $350. This covers classes, recreation, lunch, snacks, and family barbecue.
Registration
Registration will begin in January. Contact jmuskat@western.edu for more information or to be notified when registration starts.
Program
The Mathematics Enrichment Day Camp is a unique opportunity to explore the exciting world of mathematics. Explore topics in mathematics that are fun, challenging, and different from what you learn in school. A camper’s day includes educational and entertaining activities. Learn, play games, and go on field trips to adventures in the mountains surrounding Western State Colorado University.
Camp participants challenge themselves with topics such as the mathematics of card tricks, cryptography, geometry, and fractals. Campers will be introduced to a topic in a morning session and put their knowledge to use in exciting afternoon sessions. Campers work side by side with each other, mathematics professors, and college students who share an interest in mathematics.
Extra Curricular Activities
In addition to the scholarly activity the campers will be able to take advantage of Western State Colorado University amazing geographical surroundings. Located in Gunnison Colorado, Western State Colorado University is situated in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Because of this, the camp is able to provide a daily outdoor activity for the campers. These activities are lead by the Wilderness Pursuits program on campus and are lead by their excellent staff. Activities for the campers include hiking, biking, rafting, and climbing.
See our photo gallery and find out what we do!
All students entering 7th, 8th or 9th grades are invited to apply for the camp.
Faculty
- Dr. Jeremy Muskat, Mathematics
- Dr. Heidi Keck, Mathematics
Contact
Dr. Jeremy Muskat, Director
jmuskat@western.edu
(970) 943-3150
Department of Math and Computer Information Science
Western State Colorado University
Gunnison, CO 81231
2013 Camp Information
This is a day camp. Activities run from 9am to 5:15pm Monday through Friday. On Friday evening there will be a cookout / party for the campers and their parents. Pictures from our recreation program will be posted every day in our Flickr gallery.
What to Bring
- Clothes, both outdoor and indoor
- Swimwear and sandals or other footwear that can get wet
- Sun screen, hat, sun glasses
- A camera is optional - we'll be in some very nice places. We'll be taking pictures throughout the week and posting them for you on our site.
Drop Off and Pick Up
Please drop off your day camper at Hurst Hall at Western State Colorado University. A map is available here. This will lead you to the parking lot behind Hurst. You can enter through the north-west door - our camp is in room 101, the first room on the left. Please bring the WP Waiver or fill it out during the drop off. The normal drop off time is between 8:45 and 9:15 and pick up is between 5:00 and 5:30 - if you will be earlier or later please contact Dr. Muskat to make arrangements.
Parents and families are invited to the Math Camp cookout at 6pm on Friday at Dr. Keck's house, giving you a chance to meet our staff. Please let Dr. Muskat know when you'll be picking up your camper and how many people you will bring to the cookout.
Other Camps
Find out about WSCU's other summer camps:
