Camp Tiger

Camp Tiger

• Week 1 (July 10-14)
  • Grades 3-5
    • RIT School of Wizardry and Witchcraft: Unleash your magical potential and learn the secrets of the wizarding world at the RIT School of Wizardry and Witchcraft! Sorted into houses, junior wizards and witches will attend classes on potions, charms, transfiguration and herbology. They will learn teamwork, respect and courage, and sharpen STEM skills as they work together to overcome challenges and solve magical puzzles. Who will win the coveted RIT House Cup at the culminating Grand Wizarding Tournament?
    • Scientist Training Academy: Calling all Questioneers! Building off popular books such as, “Ada Twist, Scientist,” this workshop will encourage curiosity and scientific interest in campers through hands-on exploration. Campers will learn how to think like a scientist, while having fun. They will learn how to ask good questions, think boldly, make mistakes and keep trying, while making new friends, and practicing communication and cooperation.
  • Grades 5-7
    • Energy in Engineering: An introduction to the engineering design process, this workshop uses a series of hands-on activities to explore real-world energy problems and a variety of engineering disciplines, with a focus on sustainability. Campers will create a bigger picture to apply problem solving to issues involving the environment, sustainability and energy. Campers will build sustainable doghouses, explore ergonomic designs and more. Through it all, campers will get a better understanding of what engineering is and how engineers can make a difference in the environment.
    • Media Crew: Media Crew is for campers who love social media, taking pictures, writing and/or making videos. Media Crew is a four-person team of campers that work together with an instructor to chronicle the Camp Tiger experience, while learning skills in new media, marketing and communication.
  • Grades 5-12
    • Dungeons and Dragons: Where can you learn teambuilding, storytelling, probability, research, improvisation and critical analysis, and be challenged to flex your creativity? Around the table in the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Campers will learn how to play and lead this wildly popular and complex tabletop, roleplaying game. Each decision requires consultation of charts and mathematical estimation to determine success of a dice roll. More than a math game, campers must work together to unravel the game master’s puzzles. The possibilities are infinite as campers figure out how to work with (and around) the rules, and gain confidence as they take on the role of a wizard, paladin, warrior or a rogue. Campers will paint their very own set of D&D dice and a character piece for gameplay.
  • Grades 7-9
    • Digital Medical Arts: Since Leonardo da Vinci, medical illustrators have been a valuable resource for doctors and physicians. In this workshop, campers will utilize Adobe Photoshop and traditional drawing techniques to learn basic human anatomy and create their own scientific illustrations. Campers will work digitally, drawing several organs and anatomical landmarks. This STEAM workshop is perfect for anyone interested in medicine and the arts.
    • ManufactuRIT: Funded by a grant from the National Science Foundation, this camp will introduce middle school students to machining and manufacturing concepts through a week of engaging activities. Using a benchtop CNC router and accompanying design software, campers will work in small teams to complete projects, as well as develop interpersonal and critical thinking skills. Camp will end with a final project where students will use everything they have learned to participate in a group competition.
  • Grade 8
    • SMASH Camp: The Summer Math Applications in Science with Hands-On (SMASH) Experience for Girls provides rising eighth-grade students with a unique week-long summer opportunity introducing them to the connections between math and science, and increases their self-efficacy in math -- their belief they can do math. At SMASH, math is hands-on. It is done in the lab, it is done collaboratively in the classroom, it is done by mathematicians and scientists, and it is done to help the community. SMASH Experience for Girls is a grant-funded camp partnered with RIT's College of Science with support from Camp Tiger.
  • Grades 8-12
    • GenCyber: With hacking stories appearing daily in global news headlines, and a world that's more interconnected than ever, we need sharp minds focused on safeguarding online communities and capabilities. GenCyber, funded by the National Security Agency and part of the cybersecurity workforce pipeline, seeks to ignite and sustain cybersecurity interest among youth. The hands-on camp emphasizes cyber ethics, online safety, cyber security and defense. This RIT camp is funded by a federal grant from the NSA GenCyber program with support from Camp Tiger.
  • Grades 9-12
    • Infectious Disease: Are you interested in learning about infectious disease? This workshop, led by faculty from RIT's College of Health Sciences and Technology, includes short, but interesting discussions of presented lectures and reading materials. These engaging, hands-on exercises are aimed at presenting real life experiences, such as preparation of bacteriological media, learning aseptic techniques, bacterial DNA isolation, real-time PCR, melting curve analysis, gel electrophoresis, laboratory mathematics, and effective communication skills. For a little scientific fun, there is also microbial art! Activities are strategically and synergistically selected to be highly effective, fun and effective in introducing and reinforcing critical knowledge for success in STEM areas in college.
• Week 2 (July 17-21)
  • Grades 3-5
    • Creative Expressions: Can you tell a story without using any words? Creativity and individuality are encouraged as campers learn to tell stories through art. Get your hands dirty with hands-on projects, explore art on RIT's campus and have fun, while finding your voice in this STEAM experience.
    • Engineer Training Academy: Calling all Questioneers! Building off popular books such as, “Rosie Revere, Engineer,” this workshop will encourage problem solving, creativity and invention in campers through hands-on making. Campers will learn how to think like an engineer. They will learn how to dream big, fail forward and persevere, while making new friends, and practicing communication and cooperation.
  • Grades 3-6
    • AT&T Junior Game Development: In this camp, students will use current game development technology to customize their own 2D platformer game level. Using the Unity Game Engine and other applications, they will create their own characters, enemies, environments and sounds. They will then use the Unity interface and C# to integrate their customizations into the game level. This will be a one-week camp focused on the process of game development. Through this, students will learn about digital imagery, digital animation, digital sound, pixel art, level design and simple code.
  • Grades 5-7
    • Experiments in Science: Explore the fascinating world of science through hands-on experiments and activities. From chemistry and physics to biology and engineering, you will get to discover the wonders of science in a fun and engaging way. Campers will learn valuable skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork, while having a blast with new friends.
    • Media Crew: Media Crew is for campers who love social media, taking pictures, writing and/or making videos. Media Crew is a four-person team of campers that work together with an instructor to chronicle the Camp Tiger experience, while learning skills in new media, marketing and communication.
  • Grades 5-9
    • Kickstart! Robot Camp: These days it seems like there isn't anything a robot can't do. They perform surgeries, stock orders in warehouses and assemble cars. But could they run a business? This summer, explore the technology behind business at Kickstart: Robot Camp! Through hands-on experience, skill-building challenges, and a whole lot of fun and Lego bricks, students will learn about automation and robotics in the real world.
  • Grades 5-12
    • Dungeons and Dragons: Where can you learn teambuilding, storytelling, probability, research, improvisation, critical analysis, and be challenged to flex your creativity? Around the table in the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Campers will be taught how to play and lead this wildly popular and complex tabletop roleplaying game. Each decision made requires consultation of charts and mathematical estimation to determine success of the dice roll. More than a math game, campers must work together to unravel the game master’s puzzles. The possibilities are infinite as campers figure out how to work with (and around) the rules, and gain confidence as they take on the role of a wizard, paladin, warrior or a rogue. Campers will paint their very own set of D&D dice and a character piece for gameplay.
  • Grades 6-12
    • Next Level Esports: Overwatch 2: Are you interested in developing your skills as a gamer? Or, maybe you’re looking to take the first step into the world of Esports? Whether this is your first or 100th time playing, there is a place for you at RIT's summer Esports experience. This workshop combines in- and out-of-game activity that will develop each camper's in-game performance, while providing strategies, resources and connections to help them reach their full potential. The program is designed with the key core values of teamwork and collaboration. Play side-by-side with teammates. Learn to prepare, communicate and grow from your competitive experiences, while developing leadership skills.
  • Grades 7-9
    • Energy in Engineering: An introduction to the engineering design process, this workshop uses a series of hands-on activities to explore real-world energy problems and a variety of engineering disciplines with a focus on sustainability. Campers will create a bigger picture to apply problem solving to issues involving the environment, sustainability and energy. Campers will build sustainable doghouses, explore ergonomic designs and more. Through it all, campers will get a better understanding of what engineering is and how engineers can make a difference in the environment.
    • Super Sci Viz: A Comic Journey through the Body: In a “Magic School Bus”-style experience through the lens of a medical illustrator, learn to design your own scientific superhero to fight viruses or explore an organ in the human body. Students will work through a variety of mediums to create their own comic book in this hands-on workshop.
  • Grades 8-10
    • Medical Science Exploration: Are you interested in a career in medicine or the health professions? This workshop, led by faculty from RIT's College of Health Sciences and Technology, will introduce campers to key scientific concepts that form the foundations of human medical diagnosis and treatment.
  • Grades 9-12
    • So you want to be a STEM Researcher? This workshop will provide a foundation to prepare campers to embark on STEM research projects. Topics include how to find a mentor; components of a strong research project; resources to support high school research, science fairs and competitions; and more. Participants will learn about research at RIT, and have access to supplemental webinars on STEM careers and pathways. The workshop, funded by the Army Educational Outreach Program, will align with the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, a free national STEM research competition sponsored by the Department of Defense.
• Week 3 (July 24-28)
  • Grades 3-5
    • Engineer Training Academy: Calling all Questioneers! Building off popular books such as, “Rosie Revere, Engineer,” this workshop will encourage problem solving, creativity and invention in campers through hands-on making. Campers will learn how to think like an engineer, while having fun. They will learn how to dream big, fail forward and persevere, while making new friends, and practicing communication and cooperation.
    • RIT School of Wizardry and Witchcraft: Unleash your magical potential and learn the secrets of the wizarding world at the RIT School of Wizardry and Witchcraft! Sorted into houses, junior wizards and witches will attend classes on potions, charms, transfiguration and herbology. They will learn teamwork, respect, courage, and sharpen STEM skills as they work together to overcome challenges and solve magical puzzles. Who will win the coveted RIT House Cup at the culminating Grand Wizarding Tournament?
  • Grades 3-6
    • AT&T Junior Game Development: In this camp, students will use current game development technology to customize their own 2D platformer game level. Using the Unity Game Engine and other applications, they will create their own characters, enemies, environments and sounds. They will then use the Unity interface and C# to integrate their customizations into the game level. This will be a one-week camp focused on the process of game development. Through this, students will learn about digital imagery, digital animation, digital sound, pixel art, level design and simple code.
  • Grades 5-9
    • Invention Squad: Lego Camp: Have you ever wanted to design a robot? This summer, gear up for curiosity, ingenuity and Legos with Invention Squad! In this weeklong workshop, campers will explore the design process behind making a robot and bringing it to life to be a fully functional creation. Using Lego robotics kits, Invention Squad will build their ideas and use them to complete challenges that solve problems in the world around us.
  • Grades 5-12
    • Dungeons and Dragons: Where can you learn team-building, storytelling, probability, research, improvisation, critical analysis, and be challenged to flex your creativity? Around the table in the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Campers will be taught how to play and lead this wildly popular and complex tabletop roleplaying game. Each decision made requires consultation of charts and mathematical estimation to determine success of the dice roll. More than a math game, campers must work together to unravel the game master’s puzzles. The possibilities are infinite as campers figure out how to work with (and around) the rules, and gain confidence as they take on the role of a wizard, paladin, warrior or a rogue. Campers will paint their very own set of D&D dice and a character piece for gameplay.
    • Magic the Gathering: Magic the Gathering is one of the oldest trading card games in the world, with more than 30 years of history to its name. The game is an incredible way for players to socialize, and practice unique problem solving skills. Designed for new players, this workshop will teach campers how to excel and get the most out of their MTG experience. All MTG campers will leave with their own 40-card deck to start their own collection.
  • Grades 6-9
    • Community STEM Challenge: In this workshop, funded by the Army Educational Outreach Program, campers will apply STEM to real life. Campers will work together to identify a problem in the community and try to solve it using the scientific method or engineering design process. Curriculum for this workshop will align with the eCybermission program, a free web-based STEM competition for students in grades 6-9.
  • Grades 6-12
    • Next Level Esports: Overwatch 2: Are you interested in developing your skills as a gamer? Or, maybe you’re looking to take the first step into the world of Esports? Whether this is your first or 100th time playing, there is a place for you at RIT's summer Esports experience. This workshop combines in- and out-of-game activity that will develop each camper's in-game performance, while providing strategies, resources and connections to help them reach their full potential. The program is designed with the key core values of teamwork and collaboration. Play side-by-side with teammates. Learn to prepare, communicate and grow from your competitive experiences, while developing leadership skills.
  • Grades 7-9
    • Media Crew: Media Crew is for campers who love social media, taking pictures, writing and/or making videos. Media Crew is a four-person team of campers that work together with an instructor to chronicle the Camp Tiger experience, while learning skills in new media, marketing and communication.
    • Zoological and Botanical Illustration: In this STEAM workshop, campers will have the opportunity to draw plants and animals in a variety of mediums. A highlight of the week includes the Seneca Park Zoo Mobile that will bring animals to campus, enabling campers to practice drawing from life. Campers will take home the illustrations they create from their experiences.
• Week 4 (July 31 – Aug. 4)
  • Grades 3-5
    • Creative Expressions: Can you tell a story without using any words? Creativity and individuality are encouraged as campers learn to tell stories through art. Get your hands dirty with hands-on projects, explore art on RIT's campus and have fun while finding your voice in this STEAM experience.
    • Scientist Training Academy: Calling all Questioneers! Building off popular books such as, “Ada Twist, Scientist,” this workshop will encourage curiosity and scientific interest in campers through hands-on exploration. Campers will learn how to think like a scientist while having fun. They will learn how to ask good questions, think boldly, make mistakes and keep trying, while making new friends, and practicing communication and cooperation.
  • Grades 5-7
    • Experiments in Science: Explore the fascinating world of science through hands-on experiments and activities. From chemistry and physics to biology and engineering, you will get to discover the wonders of science in a fun and engaging way. Campers will learn valuable skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork, while having a blast with new friends.
  • Grades 5-9
    • Competition Ready: Lego Camp: This workshop is for campers who are interested in robotics and engineering and want to learn hands-on skills in a fun and supportive environment. Experienced instructors will guide campers through the process of designing, building and programming LEGO robots. Campers will work in teams, learning the value of collaboration and communication as they overcome challenges and solve problems. At the end of the workshop, campers will have the opportunity to put their robots to the test in a thrilling competition that will showcase ingenuity, technical expertise and teamwork.
  • Grades 5-12
    • Dungeons and Dragons: Where can you learn teambuilding, storytelling, probability, research, improvisation, critical analysis, and be challenged to flex your creativity? Around the table in the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Campers will be taught how to play and lead this wildly popular and complex tabletop roleplaying game. Each decision made requires consultation of charts and mathematical estimation to determine success of the dice roll. More than a math game, campers must work together to unravel the game master’s puzzles. The possibilities are infinite as campers figure out how to work with (and around) the rules, and gain confidence as they take on the role of a wizard, paladin, warrior or a rogue. Campers will paint their very own set of D&D dice and a character piece for gameplay.
    • Magic the Gathering: Magic the Gathering is one of the oldest trading card games in the world, with more than 30 years of history to its name. The game is an incredible way for players to socialize, and practice unique problem solving skills. Designed for new players, this workshop will teach campers how to excel and get the most out of their MTG experience. All MTG campers will leave with their own 40-card deck to start their own collection.
  • Grades 7-9
    • Media Crew: Media Crew is for campers who love social media, taking pictures, writing and/or making videos. Media Crew is a four-person team of campers that work together with an instructor to chronicle the Camp Tiger experience, while learning skills in new media, marketing and communication.
  • Grades 9-10
    • Think College!: Think College! is a workshop where early high school students will build the skills they need to prepare for college and beyond. With topics ranging from cybersecurity to engineering, and other STEM fields, students engage in immersive activities and explore exciting career paths with a variety of fun, educational, college-readiness activities. Campers will work alongside RIT students to develop skills in leadership, self-motivation, critical thinking and communication.

Other RIT summer camps

 College of Art and Design - Pre-College Portfolio Preparation

• Dates: July 10-21, 2023
• Location: RIT campus and/or virtual options
• Cost: In-person, $900. Virtual, $800
• Application: Apply now!
• Description: The course, taught by RIT visual arts faculty, is an annual class designed to prepare the portfolios of rising high school juniors and seniors for admission to a college art program. In-depth investigations of media concept development and critical analysis are emphasized. Students will draw from life, exploring the human figure, still life, interior space and nature. Expressive art assignments, group and individual critiques, and visual research will help guide students through the process of portfolio selection and documentation. 
• More information: Pre-College Portfolio Preparation

 GenCyber

• Dates: TBD
• Location: RIT campus
• Participants: Must be in eighth- through 12th grade for the 2023-24 school year
• Cost: Free
• Application: Apply now!
• Description: With hacking stories appearing daily in global headlines, and a world that's more interconnected than ever, we need sharp minds focused on safeguarding online communities and capabilities. This is a hands-on camp with RIT faculty instructors that emphasizes cyber ethics, online safety, cyber security, and defense. 
• More Information: GenCyber

 Center for Engaged Storycraft

• Gathering Stories: Digital Storytelling Workshop for Women in 11th-12th grades
  • Dates: July 10-14, 2023
  • Times: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Application: Apply now!
  • Registration deadline: June 15, 2023
  • Description: Explore new possibilities for telling your story and sharing it digitally alongside other creative, curious, motivated young writers, artists and storytellers. This workshop provides the space, time, tools and guidance for you to craft your story using multimedia and, in doing so, cultivate your voice by drawing inspiration from guest storytellers, RIT faculty workshop leaders and the peer writers in your four-person story-circle. Gathering daily, the workshop activities guide you through the story development process, introducing techniques used by other pathbreaking women storytellers that will encourage you to expand your methods and share the results in a story showcase with your peers. You’ll leave with a polished digital story, a certificate of completion, an educational stipend of $250, first-hand knowledge of multimedia writing and a glimpse of college life on the RIT campus.
  • More information: Gathering Stories: Digital Storytelling Workshop
• Cultivating Wonder through Digital Storytelling with ArcGIS StoryMaps
  • Dates: July 17-21, 2023
  • Application: Apply now!
  • Registration deadline: June 15, 2023
  • Description: Multimedia storytelling can help to illuminate the wonders of the world around us, and also the human spirit. In this week-long course, students learn how to use compelling photography, video, graphics and audio to tell stories in the most impactful ways to inspire change. This camp is led by a National Geographic educator and explorer, who will share stories from her “On an Island” fieldwork experiences as an oceanographer and adventurer, to help participants gain a deeper understanding of digital technology as a tool to communicate powerful stories with a smartphone device. Students will learn about the interconnected nature of our planet as they create, publish and share their own digital stories with state-of-the-art ArcGIS StoryMaps. Students will earn a certificate of completion, fun prizes, T-shirt and an opportunity to advance their digital skills with National Geographic.
  • More information: Cultivating Wonder Through Digital Storytelling with ArcGIS StoryMaps

 National Technical Institute for the Deaf

• NTID - Explore Your Future (EYF)
  • Dates: July 8-13 and 15-20 (two sessions for summer 2023)
  • Location: RIT campus (residential program)
  • Participants: Deaf and/or hard-of-hearing youth entering their junior or senior year of high school in the 2023-24 school year
  • Cost: $700
  • Application: Apply now!
  • Description: EYF is a six-day summer career exploration program that offers college-bound hard-of-hearing and deaf high school students with the opportunity to learn about career options after high school — and have fun doing it! On the last day of each session, parents and/or guardians are invited to meet student counselors, take a tour, talk with experts about financial aid and attend a workshop that will help you prepare your student for life after high school. Students who attend EYF receive an application fee waiver to apply to RIT and will receive a $1,000 scholarship if they enroll at RIT/NTID.
  • More information: Explore Your Future
• NTID - Heath Careers Exploration program
  • Dates: July 22-27, 2023
  • Location: RIT campus (residential program)
  • Participants: Deaf and/or hard-of-hearing youth entering 10th- through 12th-grade in the fall of 2023
  • Cost: $700
  • Application: Apply now!
  • Deadline: May 19, 2023
  • Description: Students learn about various careers in health care; enjoy field trips to area medical facilities; participate in hands-on demonstrations in biology, exercise science, laboratory science, microbiology, nursing and nutrition; become CPR certified; and more.
  • More information: Health Careers Exploration Program
• NTID - Tech Tigers
  • Dates: July 22-27, 2023
  • Location: RIT campus (residential program)
  • Participants: Deaf and/or hard-of-hearing youth entering seventh- through ninth-grades in the fall of 2023 who are interested in STEM
  • Cost: $700. Please click the online payment form.
  • Application: Apply now!
  • Description: Enjoy activities involving chemistry, math, engineering, and science. Build a high-tech gadget, learn the basics of web design, and conduct experiments in a state-of-the-art lab. Discover what careers you may be interested in.
  • More information: TechTigers

 RoboCamp@RIT

• Dates: Varies (Please see registration link for more date information for 2023 offerings)
• Location: RIT campus
• Participants: Youth in fourth- through 10th-grade
• Registration: Apply now!
• Cost: Varies (TBD)
• Description: This day camp allows students to design, build and program robots. Enriched with mini-projects and weeklong goals, the camp promotes teamwork and creativity that will teach students some of the fundamental aspects of robotics and programming.
• More information: RoboCamp@RIT

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• 2023 Wrestling camps