Ohio University Forensics Camp July 8-14 in Athens, Ohio Interp, Oratory, Extemp, Impromptu, LD, Policy, PF, Congress. 100+ State Finalists Tuition: $625. Experience: Priceless Extension Session: July 14-17
Ohio University Summer Forensics Camp July 8-14, 2012 The Ohio University Summer Forensics Camp, sponsored by the Ohio University Forensics Program and the School of Communication Studies, will be held on the campus of Ohio University, Athens, OH. Our Camp will offer instruction and practice in: Limited Preparation International Extemp US Extemp Impromptu Oral Interpretation Duo Interpretation Humorous Interpretation Dramatic Interpretation Prose/Poetry Manuscript Reading Public Address Original Oratory Oratorical Interpretation Declamation Debate o Public Forum o Lincoln Douglas o Policy o Student Congress THE STAFF Our Camp Director, Dan West, has coached 50 national champions at the high school and college levels.he is joined by Ohio University Forensics Camp Staff and Team Members: Dr. Marty Birkholt, Creighton University & Omaha (NE) HS. Dr. Birkholt has coached 4 NFA National Champions (LD). Ms. Leslie Muhlbach, Massillon Jackson (OH) HS. Ms. Muhlbach has coached an NFL National Finalist (IX), multiple NFL breaks and numerous State Finalists. Mrs. Cindy Stevens, North Branch (MI) HS. Mrs. Stevens has coached multiple State Finalists) Jessica Furgerson (Associate Director of forensics, Ohio University, NFL Impromptu Champion, NFA National LD Finalist, NFA Extemp Semi-Finalist) Brett Martz (Massillon Jackson HS, NFL Semi-Finalist Student Congress, NFL Octa-Finalist Dramatic Duo, NFA Quarter-Finalist Dramatic Duo Angelo Sylvester (Louisville HS, NFA Quarter-Finalist Dramatic Duo, NFA National Quarter-Finalist Informative Speaking) Nicholas Prephan (Perrysburg HS, NFA Semi-Finalist Ed Impromptu) Andrew Makishi (Copley HS, NFL and NFA Qualifier (LD))
PHILOSOPHY The emphasis of the camp is on teaching both novice and experienced students the skills and theory necessary to successfully participate in interscholastic speech activities. While many camps send students home with a single polished product, we send students home with a process they can use to make all of their performances polished. ELIGIBILITY Students are eligible for the camp if they have completed the 8 th grade. SCHEDULE Campers arrive Sunday afternoon. Workshops and classes meet throughout the day, starting at 8:00 a.m., Monday through Friday. Practice and individual coaching sessions continue during the evenings. The week concludes with a camp tournament and showcase Saturday morning. * NEW* EXTENSION SCHEDULE This year a camp extension is being offered for students to take their performance skills to the next level. Workshops and classes will continue through Tuesday the 17 th. This supplement will provide students with the opportunity for polishing, fine-tuning, and one on one training with senior staff members. FACILITIES The camp offers a carefully supervised introduction to college life. Students live in university residence halls, eat in a campus dining center, and attend workshop sessions and lectures in university buildings. Campers will also have access to the OU Libraries, internet computer labs as well as OU recreational facilities. The structure, opportunities, and adult supervision available at OU make the OU Summer Forensics Camp an excellent choice. AIRPORT PICK-UP/DROP-OFF We are pleased to offer pick-up/drop-off service from the Columbus airport at the cost of $30 each way. Campers should play to arrive at the Columbus Airport no later than 2:00 pm on Sunday, July 8 th. Campers should schedule flights home any time after 4:00 pm on Saturday, July 14 th (if they are not staying for the Extension Session). Specific details will be provided once this service is requested. HOW TO APPLY Application and refundable $100 deposit must be received by June 15, 2012. PLEASE make checks payable to: OHIO FORENSICS
FEES Tuitions of $625 includes all instruction, handouts, housing, meals, recreation and camp t-shirt. Campers who pay in full by June 15 th receive the discounted rate of $575 for the week. The extension tuition of $295 includes the continuation of instruction, handouts, housing, meals, and recreation. CANCELLATION POLICY Students who cancel on or before June 15 th, 2012, will receive a full refund. Cancellations after June 15 th will not be refunded their deposit. APPLICATIONS Please send completed applications to: Dan West OU Summer Forensics Camp School of Communication Studies Lasher Hall 43 W Union Street Ohio University Athens, OH 45701 Please make checks payable to: Ohio Forensics, put Summer Camp in the memo line. QUESTIONS? Feel free to contact Dan West at 740-593-9962 office
Ohio University Summer Forensics Camp 2012 Speech and Debate Camp Schedule Sunday, July 8th 3:00 pm Dorm check In, Unpacking, Goodbye 4:00 pm Orientation to OU Summer Forensics Camp 4:30 pm Getting Acquainted Activities 6:00 pm Dinner 7:00 pm Meet with work groups 10:00 pm Free Time until Lights Out Monday, July 9 Thursday July 23 8:30 am Vocal Warm Ups 9:00 am Skill Lecture 10:00 am Individual Work 1:15 pm Skill Lecture 2:15 pm Individual Work 5:15 pm Dinner 6:30 pm 10 Minutes with Dan 6:45 pm Model: Bobcat Forensics Performances 7:00 pm Focused and Critical Practice Followed by Goal Setting 8:00 pm FUN TIME whether you like it or not. 9:00 pm Free Time Until Lights Out Friday, July 13 nd 8:30 am Vocal Warm Ups 9:00 am Last Minute Work 9:30 am Marathon Coaching and Practice Sessions 1:30 pm Camp Tournament Preliminary Rounds 4:00 pm The Value of RISK 5:00 pm Dinner 6:30 pm Camp Tournament Final Rounds 8:00 pm Final Camp Activity 10:00 pm 10 Minutes with Dan 10:15 pm Free Time until Lights Out Saturday, July 14 rd 8:45 am Vocal Warm Ups 10:00 am Showcase performances 11:00 am Pack up, Check Out and Go Home until Next Year..OR Stay for our Extension! *This is a general camp schedule; specific event schedules will be available online soon.
Ohio University Summer Forensics Camp 2012 Speech and Debate Camp Extension Schedule PHILOSOPHY Offered at the request of former campers, the Camp Extension Session provides focused, one-on-one attention for those students seeking extra preparation for the upcoming season. Students will have 2 50-minute small class sessions with their coach and work group, 3 30-minute coaching sessions each day with their primary coach and be expected to work an additional 2 hours on their event. The Extension Session is only available to students who have completed camp and campers cannot add the extension after the start of camp. Please let us know if you have any questions about Camp or the Extension Session. Extension Schedule: Saturday, July 14 th 1:00-3:00 pm Free time (Laundry, Cleaning, Rest) 3:15 pm Group meeting with Primary Work Tea, 4:00 pm Individual Coaching Sessions and Practice 6:30 pm Dinner and a Movie 9:30 pm 10 minutes with Dan 10:00 pm Free Time until Lights Out Sunday, July 15 th Morning Free for Rest/Worship (Staff will assist campers with morning plans) 1:30 pm Master Class with Primary Work Team 2:00 pm Individual Coaching Sessions and Practice 5:00 pm Group Meeting with Primary Work Team 6:00 pm Dinner 7:30 pm Group Meeting with Primary Work Team 8:30 pm Focused Practice/Research/Writing 9:30 pm 10 minutes with Dan 10:00 pm Free Time Until Lights Out
Monday, July 16 th 8:30 am Vocal Warm Ups 9:00 am Master Class with Primary Work Team 10:00 am Individual Coaching Sessions and Practice 1:15 pm Master Class with Primary Work Team 2:15 pm Individual Coaching Sessions and Focused Practice/Research/Writing 5:00 pm Group Meeting with Primary Work Team 6:00 pm Dinner 7:30 pm Group Meeting with Primary Work Team 8:00 pm Focused Practice/Research/Writing 9:30 pm 10 minutes with Dan 10:00 pm Free Time until Lights Out Tuesday, July 17 th 8:30 am Vocal Warm Ups 9:00 am Final Performances in Groups with evaluation by critics 11:30 am Extension Wrap-Up Noon Afternoon Lunch Campers can be picked up at any time after 1 pm. Please advise camp staff as to pick up time. For those of you flying home, please book flights that depart Columbus at 4:00 pm or later.
Ohio University Summer Forensics Camp July 8-14, 2011 Registration Form Print and send via mail *First Name *Last Name Please list the event you would like to work on at camp: Home Address Name Preference for ID *Email *Home Phone Daytime Phone Student Cell Phone Emergency Phone Parent/Guardian s Name *Make sure that information is correct and legible so we can contact you! School Name 2012-2013 Year in School Fr / So / Ju / Se School Address Coach s Name Will you need Airport Pickup? Yes No Roommate Request Adult T-shirt Size If my application is accepted, I agree to comply with the Camp rules and participate in all Camp activities. Signature of Applicant I approve of my son/daughter s attendance at the Ohio University Summer Speech Camp s instructional and recreational activities. I [am, am not] attaching a note to this application explaining special physical limitations, if any, and /or the extent of my permission for my daughter/son to leave the campus for activities, appointments, visits, etc. that are not part of the Camp s organized activities. Signature of Parent or Guardian
This page is only necessary if you want to register for the Extension Session. Ohio University Summer Forensics Camp Extension July 14-17, 2011 Registration Form Print and send via mail Name YES, I am registering for the Extension Session on July 14-17 at the cost of $295. If my application is accepted, I agree to comply with the Camp rules and participate in all Camp activities. Signature of Applicant I approve of my son/daughter s attendance at the Ohio University Summer Speech Camp s instructional and recreational activities. I [am, am not] attaching a note to this application explaining special physical limitations, if any, and /or the extent of my permission for my daughter/son to leave the campus for activities, appointments, visits, etc. that are not part of the Camp s organized activities. Signature of Parent or Guardian