Camp Information

The first 5 rules are "Zero Tolerance" offenses, which will result in immediate removal from camp, notification of parents, school directors, and law enforcement:

1. The use or possession of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia; sharing of prescription drugs; possession or distribution of alcohol, tobacco, mood-changing, or mind-altering substances will not be permitted.
2. The use or possession of firearms, knives, fireworks, incendiary devices or weapons of any kind will not be permitted.
3. Verbal or physical harassment, threats, racial or sexual harassment, whether to members of the same sex or opposite sex will not be tolerated.  Report any incident of harassment to the camp headquarters.
4. Vandalism of any sort will not be tolerated.  Any camper who defaces or destroys property will be responsible for repair or replacement.
5. Physical altercations, fighting, shoving, malicious pranks, etc. will not be tolerated.
6. Campers should dress in good taste and may not wear clothing that will attract undue attention.  Camp directors will send campers home or to their dorm room to make suitable changes.
7. Nametags and ID cards will be issued to each camper.  Your nametag admits you to classes and your ID admits you to the cafeteria* and dorms* (residential only*).  You must wear them around your neck at all times.  Nametags may not be altered or decorated.  If you lose it, you will be required to replace it through the Camp Office (MMNH N263).  There will be a $5 replacement fee, which will not be refunded if you find your old nametag.  If your nametag contains an error, it will be replaced at no charge (you will need to turn in the nametag containing the error).  The duplicate use of nametags/IDs will be investigated.  Missing IDs are replaced for a $10 charge.
8. Attend all sectionals/rehearsal sessions.  Attendance will be taken.  In the event of illness or accident, a PARENT or RA should contact the Camp Office.  Camp staff will confirm this call.
9. All cell phones must be turned off during sectionals and rehearsals.  Using phones in classes or rehearsals will result in the loos of the phone for the rest of the class periods that day.  Your parents will be notified if this action is taken.
10. Once on campus, campers may not leave in personal vehicles unless properly checked out with the RAs or Camp Office.
11. Please do not block hallways or stairways in university buildings.
12. Rollerblades and skateboards are not permitted at camp or on university property.
13. Campers caught in "public display of affection" will be reprimanded by camp staff and will be reported to parents.
14. Campers will show respect for authority, personnel, and other campers at all times.  No foul language will be tolerated.
15. Non-camp guests are not allowed at any nighttime function.

In addition to the rules stated in the previous section, the following apply to residential campers:

1. Apart from family members assisting with move-in and/or move-out, neither campers nor guests are allowed to go into the rooms or halls of the opposite sex at any time or for any reason.  Non-camper visitors regardless of sex are not allowed in the residence halls.  Violation of this rule will result in immediate expulsion from the camp.
2. Matches, lighters, incense, candles, and fireworks (anything producing sparks, flames, or smoke) are not allowed at the camp or in the dorms regardless of their intended use. Violation of this rule will result in immediate expulsion from camp, and the University imposes fines of up to $25 per item found in dorm rooms.
3. Residential campers may not leave the campus unless they properly check out through their RA, and must check in upon return.
4. Residential campers should have their rooms locked and carry their key with them at all times.  If your room is found to be open, your RA will lock it.  Neither the camp nor the University is responsible for lost or stolen items.
5. Residential campers may NOT leave campus in personal vehicles, including their own, for the duration of camp.
6. Residential campers must attend a nightly group meeting with their RA at 10:00 pm.  Campers will be in their rooms by 10:30 pm.  Do not order pizza or other delivery after 9:30 pm.  If you do, the staff will greatly enjoy it.  Campers may not use their room phones or cell phones after lights out.
7. During the camp, keep the lounges and rooms clean and free of trash and clutter.  Take your trash with you when leaving lobbies and common areas.  Refrigerators and microwaves must be cleaned out 24 hours before the end of camp.  RAs will check rooms before campers are allowed to check out of the dorms.  Campers must pay for any damages before check out.
8. Loud music or other noises (video games, etc.) are not allowed in dorm rooms.  If it can be heard outside your door, it's too loud.  
9. Uniformed police officers in marked cars patrol our campus.  Please do what they ask.  Occasionally, our campus officers wear polo-type shirts with appropriate insignia.  They will always be identifiable as officers.  If you have any doubt, please ask them for identification.
10. Shoes must be worn at all times in campus buildings.
11. Any camper who destroys, tampers with, defaces, or damages university furniture, appliances, or facilities will be held financially responsible for the cost of replacement or repair.  Rooms are inspected before and after camp.
12. Do not walk in groups of less than 4 at night.
13. Frisbees, footballs, hacky sacks, etc. are allowed outdoors only.  Rollerblades and skateboards are not permitted at camp.
14. Washers and dryers are located in each residence hall.  DO NOT use those in areas housing the opposite sex.
15. If you lose your room key or fail to turn it in at the end of camp, there is a university-required charge of $100.00. Campers are responsible for the cost of missing room keys.
16. RAs will review fire/tornado information with campers at their first meeting.
17. Campers may not leave the dorms between 10:00 pm and 6:30 am for ANY reason other than university-mandated evacuation.

Feel free to ask any director or staff member if you have any questions about camp policies and procedures.  Take all major problems straight to an adult staff member.