Summer is a busy time at Mount Holyoke, when the campus is filled with students and visitors participating in a wide range of activities.

Summer Conferences 2008

American Cancer Society
June 6 - June 8, 2008
Arlela Bethel
(413) 734-6000
www.cancer.org

The American Cancer Society holds a "We Can Weekend" which is a retreat for adults with cancer and their families. It focuses on the problems and concerns encountered in living with cancer. The Weekend promotes family togetherness in a relaxed setting. Workshops and activities are offered for the entire family on the topics such as family communication, intimacy, relaxation, stress management, strategies for coping, diet and nutrition, spirituality, and individual exercise programs.

Arab Arts Institute
August 9– August 16, 2008
Kay Campbell
(617) 434-9584
www.simonshaheen.com

The Arabic Music Retreat, led by Simon Shaheen of the New York-based Near Eastern Music Ensemble and Dr. Jihad Racy of UCLA, provides intensive studies in Arab music history, theory, and performance. Participants from throughout the United States have come to Mount Holyoke College to take part in this six-day musical event.

ARIA International Summer Academy
July 27 - August 5, 2008
www.ariaacademy.com

ARIA International Summer Academy is now in its 17th season, and will offer 10-day intensive "boot camp" sessions for music students aged 16 to 28 between July 27 and August 5, 2008. The sessions will provide the students with an indepth study of their instrument through private lessons, master classes, workshops, and lectures.

The Center for Talented Youth is a summer residential program for young, highly able students. Motivated participants enroll in challenging humanities, math, and science courses, taught well above grade level, by dedicated instructors in a safe and supportive environment. The Center for Talented Youth experience gives students a better picture of their own academic ability and potential, helps them to develop better work habits, and refines their educational goals.

Girls Leadership Inc.
Session I: June 28– July 12, 2008
Session II: July 13– July 27, 2008
Simone Marean
917-439-7969
www.girlsleadershipinstitute.org

The Girls Leadership Institute provides an opportunity for girls between the ages of 12 and 18 to master their confidence and leadership skills. The mission of the Girls Leadership Institute is to ‘fight the crisis of confidence and dissociation that often occurs in adolescent girls.’ Their workshops thus teach girls the necessary skills to increase emotional intelligence during conflict, admit limitations and accept criticism, and connect the concept of leadership to everyday aspects of girls’ lives. As well as workshops, many extracurricular camp-like activities are planned to ensure an overall educational and fun experience.

Gordon Research Conferences
June 15– August 8, 2008
Darlene Graveline
(401) 783-4011 (x105)
www.grc.uri.edu

The Gordon Research Conferences promote discussion and the free exchange of ideas at the research frontiers of the biological, chemical, and physical sciences. Scientists with common profession interests come together for a full week of intense discussion and examination of the most advanced aspects of their field. These conferences provide a valuable means of disseminating information and ideas in a way that cannot be achieved through the usual channels of communication – publications and presentations at large scientific meetings.

Mount Holyoke College Girls’ Basketball Camp
June 30– July 3, 2008
Michelle Scecina, Basketball Coach
(413) 538-2850 or mscecina@mtholyoke.edu

Mount Holyoke Athletics Department will be offering a full- day basketball camp for girls entering second through ninth grade. The camp will focus on developing solid fundamental basketball skills in regard to individual and team concepts. A winning attitude and a positive approach to the game will be stressed. The camp will be under the direction of Mount Holyoke College's own Basketball Coach, Michelle Scecina.

Nike Tennis Camp
Session I: June 28– July 3, 2008
Session II: July 6– July 11, 2008
Session III: July 13– July 18, 2008
For more information: 1-800-645-3226
www.ussportscamps.com

The Nike Tennis Camp at Mt. Holyoke College is designed to train ranked juniors, ages 11-18, through an intensive tennis program. It is for those tournament level players who have earned their ranking, and for advanced players who are seeking a USTA ranking. Each camper will be evaluated on court and placed in an instructional group deemed appropriate by the director and staff. Mt. Holyoke College offers outstanding tennis facilities, including 12 outdoor and six indoor courts. Campers stay in campus dorms and enjoy their meals in the dorm dining room.

Philip de Fremery Guitar Camp
July 14 - July 25, 2008
(413) 538- 2131

The program is a master class set up for people in graduate school or for those just out of graduate school to give them training in the techniques of guitar playing. The course is a performance class that brings together people from all over the nation. The program includes four hours of training a night for two weeks. Philip de Fremery teaches the course.

P.L.A.Y. ,Inc.
July 6– July 20, 2008
Dennis Jackson
(413) 585-0549

Planned Learning Achievement for Youth is a unique, innovative, non- profit corporation based in Amherst, Massachusetts, designed to enhance the minority student-athlete's personal and athletic development. P.L.A.Y., Inc's mission is to provide these minority students with the necessary academic skills to meet college admission guidelines, and turn an athletic scholarship into a college degree.

Summer Math for Students
June 29 - July 26, 2008
Jim and Charlene Morrow
(413) 538-2608
www.mtholyoke.edu/proj/summermath

The Summer Math program provides an opportunity for young women in high school to actively explore mathematics, build confidence, discover computers, develop problem-solving strategies, and have a "taste of college." Most students live on campus and, in addition to classes, have opportunities to participate in sports, creative writing, arts and crafts, and day trips. The program is not only for "A" students looking for new frontiers in mathematics, but also for students who approach mathematics with fear and little confidence. All students are challenged to deepen their conceptual understanding of math in a supportive environment. For further information, please call (413) 538 -2608.