COLA Summer Camps - Empowered Women, Empower Women

Empowered Women, Empower Women was developed to introduce young women to empowerment principles and skills through various sessions from the faculty and staff of the College of Liberal Arts. Through a range of activities and sessions students will explore how leadership and mentorship are critical to their own empowerment as young women. Students will learn about the complex history and reality of women’s experiences, and how this reflects their own experiences.

Schedule: Monday, June 9 – Friday, June 13 from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Grade Levels: This summer camp is open to any student who will be in grades 8-12 during the 2025-2026 school year, as well as recent high school graduates (class of 2025). 

Faculty:

Dr. Megan Becker; Department of English Chair and Professor

Dr. Kerie Ann Francis; Department of Sociology Undergraduate Coordinator Associate Professor-in-Residence

Dr. Denise Tillery; Department of English Undergraduate Coordinator and Professor

Testimonials:

“Learning about different types of feminism was my favorite (topic) because I was not aware of the different types of feminist and it was interesting to learn so much about my own history of being a woman.” – Student Attendee, 2024 

“My daughter had a wonderful time at camp and this really helped her focus more on her future and attending college. I appreciate the camp leaders for being such encouraging and positive role models.” – Parent of Attendee, 2024

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