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Grades Programs

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1 Jr. Turtles ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

2 Jr. Moose ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

3 - 8 Senior Mini U ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

3 - 8 Specialty Camps ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Mini U DatesWEEK START END

1 July 2 July 62 July 9 July 133 July 16 July 204 July 23 July 275 July 30 Aug 36 Aug 7* Aug 107 Aug 13 Aug 178 Aug 20 Aug 249 Aug 27 Aug 31

* 4 Day Week

IndexPAGE CONTENTS

2 Junior Chipmunks

3 Junior Turtles

4 Junior Moose

5 - 11 Senior Mini U

12 - 15 Specialty Camps

16 - 17 Important Info

18 - 21 Registration Forms

23 Thank You

Director’s MessageBrandon University’s Mini University hasaccomplished a lot in our 34 years ofhands-on summer camp programming forchildren and youth grades Pre-K to 8. Wehave grown from only 200 participants per

year to over 1,200, and from four weeks ofcamp to nine weeks. An amazing 20,000+ campers have attendedMini U since its inception.

As a cost recovery, not-for-profit program, Mini U would not bewhere it is today without the generous financial support from ourprovincial, federal and private funders, as well as local businessesand advertisers. Said funding has helped sponsor more than 2000Aboriginal, Métis and low-income youth from all over Manitoba toattend camp.

Our success has also depended on the creativity, enthusiasm, andpassion of the more than 700 post-secondary instructors and staffwho found meaningful summer employment and training with MiniU. In addition, the support of Brandon University’s faculty and staffin providing space, equipment and expertise has helped us to providequality programming.

Of all Mini U’s accomplishments, I am most proud of both the sheernumber of choices we offer in our unique multi-disciplinary program, aswell as our hands-on, interactive content.

It has been a pleasure to have shaped the direction of this valuableprogram, and to continue to shape Mini U’s future. I believe thatthis is a truly worthwhile experience for children and youth, and Iwelcome all of our new and returning participants.

Dr. Nancy StanleyDirectorMini University

Mission StatementMini University aims to shape the lives of children and youththrough a variety of social, recreational, and educational activitiesand experiences of the highest quality.

By offering a safe, accessible and caring learning environment, MiniUniversity strives to foster social and skills development, respect forcultural diversity, increased self-esteem and the development ofleadership skills in both staff and participants.

Mini U FeesRegistration FeesJunior Mini U - 4 Full Days (Week 6) $ 170Junior Mini U - 4 Half Days (Week 6) $ 90Junior Mini U - 5 Full Days (Weeks 1 - 5 & 7) $ 225Junior Mini U - 5 Half Days (Weeks 1 - 5 & 7) $ 115Senior Mini U - 5 Full Days $ 225Specialty Camps As outlined on pages 12 - 15

Course FeesRobot Makers (Senior Mini U) - Material Fee $ 15 Flying Machines (Senior Mini U) - Material Fee $ 15Robot Makers (Specialty Camp) - Material Fee $ 35

Optional Lunch Program (GST/PST included)Lunch, 4 day week (Week 6) $ 41.00Lunch, 5 day week (all other weeks) $ 51.25

Other FeesEarly Drop-off, 4 day week (Week 6) $ 12Early Drop-off, 5 day week (all other weeks) $ 15 Late Pick-up, 4 day week (Week 6) $ 12 Late Pick-up, 5 day week (all other weeks) $ 15 Late Registration Fee (see page 17) $ 15

Fees are subject to change without prior notice

BRANDON FRIENDSHIP CENTREPROGRAMS AND SERVICES

205 College Ave“Mahkaday Ginew” Memorial Centre

Aboriginal Head Start

Portage Aboriginal Head Start Satellite

Bingo

602 Rosser AvenueAdult Upgrading

Aboriginal Mental Health Services

Urban Multi-Purpose Aboriginal

Youth Centre

836 Lorne AvenueCultural Work

Community Liaison Worker

Non Profit Housing

Supervised Access Service

Kokum’s Little Friends Daycare

Partners For Careers

303 - 9th StreetPrenatal Nutrition Program

In A Good Way; FASD Worker

Our Weekly ThemesOn the Farm (Week 1): Old McDonald comes to life as youbaa, moo and cock-a-doodle-do your way through a week of‘farm-tastic’ activities!

Dinosaur Dig (Week 2): Come be a paleontologist! Learnabout dinosaurs, make fossil playdough, melt frozendinosaur eggs and meet BU’s very own dinosaur!

At the Zoo (Week 3): Lions and tigers and bears oh my!Explore a variety of zoo creatures, dress up like yourfavourite animal and build your own zoo on campus!

Beautiful Books (Week 4): Imagination comes to life throughstorytelling picnics and fun hands-on activities as you experi-ence Pete the Cat, Mo Willems, Robert Munsch and more.

Under the Sea (Week 5): Dive in as you explore creatures ofthe deep, play with bubbles and get a little wet and wild!

Ghouls & Ghosts (Week 6): Halloween comes early to MiniU! Experience cool costumes, creepy crafts and even dosome trick or treating!

Outer Space (Week 7): Blast off as you explore outer space!Explore fizzing comets, design a space craft and even createyour own bizarre alien!

Many of our weeks include dress-up days. Mini U gladlyaccepts donations of old costumes and props.

Full-Day or Half-Day July 2 - August 17Morning: 9:00 am - 12:00 noon Afternoon: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmThis one-week program offers an exciting mix of physical activities, arts and crafts, music andscience. Our themed activities are designed to be hands-on and so Chipmunk participants cancome as often as they like, with new and fun activities every week!IMPORTANT: All Chipmunks must be a minimum of 4 years old and fully potty trained as ofJuly 1, 2018.Please note that every Friday afternoon includes a trip to the waterpark (weather permitting)for full-day and PM-only Chipmunks (as well as Turtles and Moose).

Junior Chipmunks* - Pre-K to Kindergarten 2

What to Bring (Chipmunks,Turtles and Moose)

1. Hat, water bottle, sunscreen

2. Snacks, lunch (for full-day campers)

3. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty(and bring an extra set just in case!)

4. Clean non-marking gym shoes

5. Swimsuit/towel for trip to waterpark everyFRIDAY afternoon (weather permitting)


*Junior Chipmunks is now powered by Actua’s

Codemakers. (See pg. 14 for details)

TURTLE GAMESAn hour of physical activity and co-operative play with classicschoolyard games and a giant parachute.

DYNAMIC DESIGNERSLike to build things? Design, build and test mini catapults,boats, and more!

SIMPLY SCIENCEExplore the sensations of science through fun, sometimesmessy, but always hands-on activities.

SPACE EXPLORERSLearn more about the little blue planet we call home, as wellas the solar system and the universe.

WILD DISCOVERYLearn about plants, animals and the great outdoors throughnature walks, scavenger hunts, mini chia pets and more!

CRAFTY KIDSExercise your artistic muscles. A creative mix of drawing,crafts, and painting all sorts of things!

Full-Day or Half-Day July 2 - August 17Morning: 9:00 am - 12:00 noon Afternoon: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmThis program branches out from Chipmunks to provide a wider range of classes in science andart, then finishes off the day with some energy-burning physical activities. Each week brings anew mix of course content and activities, so campers can enjoy multiple weeks!

Please note that every Friday afternoon includes a tripto the waterpark (weather permitting) for full-day andPM-only Turtles (as well as Chipmunks and Moose).

Junior Turtles* - Grade 13

MOVE & GROOVEMusic and movement games and activities that have youclapping your hands and stomping your feet.

FANTASTIC FRIENDSGet to know your fellow campers through a variety of activitiesthat promote teamwork, friendship, and positivity!

Dates Morning (AM) Session Afternoon (PM) SessionWeek 1July 2 - 6

FantasticFriends

DynamicDesigners

WildDiscovery

Crafty Kids

SimplyScience

Turtle Games

Week 2July 9 - 13

FantasticFriends

SimplyScience

Move &Groove

DynamicDesigners

WildDiscovery

Turtle Games

Week 3July 16 - 20

FantasticFriends

CraftyKids

DynamicDesigners

SpaceExplorers

SimplyScience

Turtle Games

Week 4July 23 - 27

FantasticFriends

SpaceExplorers

WildDiscovery

Move &Groove

SimplyScience

Turtle Games

Week 5July 30 - Aug 3

FantasticFriends

WildDiscovery

DynamicDesigners

SimplyScience

CraftyKids

Turtle Games

Week 6Aug 7 - 10 (4 days)

FantasticFriends

SpaceExplorers

Move &Groove

WildDiscovery

SimplyScience

Turtle Games

Week 7Aug 13 - 17

FantasticFriends

DynamicDesigners

CraftyKids

SimplyScience

SpaceExplorers

Turtle Games


*Junior Turtles is now powered by Actua’s


GO GREENDiscover nature and practice sustainability! Learn about car-ing for our Earth through a variety of activities that exploreair, water and the environment.

MAD ABOUT SCIENCEExplore what it means to be a scientist! Learn about thescientific method through fun, hands-on experiments.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION Discover your inner super star! An intro to the performingarts, as you explore storytelling, acting, mime, dance anddrama to create a multimedia project.

TECH WIZARDS Explore the world of electricity and circuits as you discoverthe power of static electricity, turn a lemon into a battery andplay with Snap Circuits to make your very own lie detector.

GET YOUR ART ON Get in touch with your creative side and express yourselfthrough a variety of crafting, painting, sketching and digital artactivities.

Full-Day or Half-Day July 2 - August 17Morning: 9:00 am - 12:00 noon Afternoon: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pmThis program provides a transition to Senior Mini U with a range of challenging andstimulating classes in several subject areas. Each week brings a new combination ofthemed camps, including games, arts/crafts, science and coding activities.

Please note that every Friday afternoon includes a trip to the waterpark (weatherpermitting) for full-day and PM-only Moose (as well as Chipmunks and Turtles).

Junior Moose* - Grade 2

ENGINEERING MARVELS Huff and puff and blow your house down! Design, build andtest a variety of materials as you learn about making structures.

MISSION TO MARS Be an astronaut for the week as you explore the solar system andlearn what it takes to survive a trip to outer space.

Dates Morning (AM) Session Afternoon (PM) SessionWeek 1July 2 - 6

Go Green Lights, Camera, Action

Week 2July 9 - 13

Tech Wizards Mad About Science

Week 3July 16 - 20

Lights, Camera, Action Engineering Marvels

Week 4July 23 - 27

Engineering Marvels Mission to Mars

Week 5July 30 - Aug 3

Mad About Science Get Your Art On

Week 6Aug 7 - 10 (4 days)

Mission to Mars Tech Wizards

Week 7Aug 13 - 17

Get Your Art On Go Green


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*Junior Moose is now powered by Actua’s


Break / Course Change-Over (10:45 AM - 11:00 AM)

Break / Course Change-Over (2:00 PM - 2:15 PM)

Lunch Time + Supervised Activities (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)

SLOT 1 (9:00 AM - 10:45 AM)SCIENCE COMPUTERS FINE ARTS PERFORMING ARTS HUMANITIES PHYS. ED.

S01 Archaeology C01 3D Printing FA01 Pixel Art PA02 Music Videos H02 Board Game Blast PE04 Floor Hockey

S06 Robot Coders PE06 Archery

S08 Medical Mystery PE08 Fencing

SLOT 3 (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)SCIENCE COMPUTERS FINE ARTS PERFORMING ARTS HUMANITIES PHYS. ED.

S02 Experi-Mental C05 Digital Animation FA03 Sketching & Draw. PA01 Sing Sing Sing! H02 Board Game Blast PE03 Archery Tag

S04 Astronomy C06 Digital Music PE05 Badminton

S07 Engineering PE09 Dodgeball

SLOT 4 (2:15 PM - 4:00 PM)SCIENCE COMPUTERS FINE ARTS PERFORMING ARTS HUMANITIES PHYS. ED.

S05 Robot Makers C02 Minecraft Builders FA02 Creative Art PA04 Movie Making H01 Creative Writing PE01 Outdoor Ed.

S09 Pet Science C04 Game Design PE03 Archery Tag

S11 Flying Machines PE07 Self Defense

Senior Mini U...?Our flexible and unique Senior Mini U program (July 2 - 27)allows campers from grades 3 - 8 to customize their experienceby choosing four different courses to take during a week atMini U. (Please note that Senior Mini U is full-day only.)Senior Mini U courses are organized into four slots: two longslots (about 105 minutes each) and two short slots (about60 minutes each), with one slot of each length in both themorning and afternoon.

Example Senior Schedule (One Week)SLOT 1: FA01 Pixel ArtSLOT 2: PE06 ArcherySLOT 3: C05 Digital MusicSLOT 4: S11 Flying Machines

How to Choose Your Courses1. Refer to pages 6 - 11 for detailed course descriptions. 2. Use either our online registration system (saves time!) orthe paper registration form on pages 18-21. 3. Pick your 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th choices for all four slots,in case your 1st choice is full.4. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.5. In the event that a course is full or cancelled, campers willbe moved into their next choice automatically.

Questions About Registering?Have questions about Senior Mini U or its courses? Feel freeto give us a call us at 204-727-7311, e-mail us [email protected], or visit us at miniu.brandonu.ca

Senior Mini U - Grades 3 to 8

SLOT 2 (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)SCIENCE COMPUTERS FINE ARTS PERFORMING ARTS HUMANITIES PHYS. ED.

S03 Chem. Concoctions C03 Minecraft Survivors FA04 Mini Makeover PA03 Drama H03 Sign Language PE02 Golf

S12 Green Thumbs C06 Digital Music PE06 Archery

S10 Rocks and Gems PE09 Dodgeball


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S01 Archaeology Participate in a REAL archaeological dig site. Get some freshair and your hands dirty unearthing such artifacts as ancientanimal bones and arrowheads in this popular course.

S02 Experi-MentalPart experimentation, part play. Make liquid tornadoes andyour own cloud-in-a-bottle, get wet with water jelly, andeven explore chromatics in our colour mixing lab.

S03 Chemical ConcoctionsThe key to all substances is their chemical make-up. Checkout chemistry experiments that fizzle and pop!

S04 AstronomyDiscover the secrets of the night sky... planets, stars, galaxies...you’ll explore them all. This course includes an optional fieldtrip one evening from 10 to 11 pm (the exact night maychange each week and is weather permitting).

S05 Robot Makers*Learn the electronic basics of circuits and components likeresistors, diodes and capacitors, all while building and solderingyour own robot. There is an extra $15 fee for this course asyou get to take the robot home!

S06 Robot Coders*Using our LEGO Mindstorms and new Dash robot kits, learnto design, build, and code different robots to handle a varietyof challenges. You and your team will compete to see whose‘bot will reign supreme.

S07 EngineeringLearn engineering principles by building bridges and stressingthem until they break, and try to protect an egg from a multi-storey drop using simple materials.

S08 Medical MysteryDiscover the everyday challenges facing medical personnel.Also find out more about how the human body worksthrough the dissection of animal organs.

S09 Pet ScienceLearn about common and exotic pets and how best to takecare of them. You’ll even get the chance to face your fearsand handle some creepy critters.

S10 Rocks & GemsIdentify different rocks, minerals, and fossils, make “lava” in acup, and uncover mysteries about Earth’s crust that will rockyour world!

SLOT 3

Science - Senior Mini U - Grades 3 to 8

SLOT 3

SLOT 2

SLOT 1

SLOT 3

SLOT 4

SLOT 4

SLOT 1

SLOT 1

SLOT 2

S11 Flying MachinesLong ago inventors dreamed of constructing flying machinesthat would allow controlled flight, now it’s your turn to taketo the sky and soar to new heights! Master and explore theprinciples of flight in addition to assembling and launching yourown low-powered model rocket!There is an extra $15 fee for this course as you get to takehome your own model rocket!

S12 Green ThumbsRoll up your sleeves and get dirty in this introductory gardening andplants course. Learn about sustainable and local food production byhelping grow vegetables on campus for Brandon food banks.

SLOT 4


SLOT 2

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*Many Senior courses are now powered by

Actua’s Codemakers. (See pg. 14 for details)

C01 3D Printing*Learn about 3D design, prototyping and testing. Take yourideas from thought and make them physical reality with theuse of Brandon University’s 3D printing lab. You even get totake a little sample object home!

C02 Minecraft Builders*Using Minecraft’s Creative mode, campers are given buildingdesign challenges to complete as part of a team, creatingstructures like castles and mansions. Learn redstone circuitry andeven program your own in-game mining turtle robot.

C03 Minecraft Survivors*Using Minecraft’s Survival mode, campers must work togetherto survive and thrive in the harsh new world. While newbiesare welcome, new game mods and a devious instructor willalso challenge veteran Minecrafters.

C04 Game Design*Design your own video game and levels with easy-to-learnsoftware. Create characters, levels and even learn how to giveenemies artificial intelligence. Once you’re done, try out yourgame and take it home! Please note that designing a greatgame takes focus, time and patience. (Plus the testing is fun!)

C05 Digital Animation*Create customized characters and backgrounds for your veryown stick figure animation, using easy-to-learn software. Youcan even download the free software at home to continuethe fun!

C06 Digital Music*Create your own digital music creation by mixing your ownbeats, vocals and samples from a range of genres such aspop, electronic dance music and even old 8-bit video gamechiptunes.

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SLOT 4

SLOT 2

SLOT 1

SLOT 4

SLOT 3


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SLOT 2 OR 3

*Many Senior courses are now powered by

Actua’s Codemakers. (See pg. 14 for details)

Fine Arts - Senior Mini U - Grades 3 to 8

FA01 Pixel ArtUsing easy-to-use pixel- and voxel-editing software, designyour own unique characters and scenery. (Great for use inDigital Animation and/or Game Design!)

FA02 Creative ArtA whole new world of art projects! Make straw art, waxpaper monoprints, papercraft, and even paint some faces!

FA03 Sketching & DrawingLearn a fundamental art technique. You will practice differentskills including drawing cartoons, sketching and contourdrawing using charcoal and pencil.

FA04 Mini MakeoverBraids, curls, colour matching and fashion. If you love styleand makeovers, sign up for this course!

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OR LATER THAN 5:00 PM?For an additional fee of $15 per child, perweek, kids can be dropped off as early as7:30 am or picked up as late as 5:30 pm. See the registration forms for details.

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SLOT 4

SLOT 3

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PA01 Sing Sing Sing!Love to sing your heart out? Learn all sorts of fun new songs,sing some of your old favourites and master your stage presence!

PA02 Music VideosCreate a music video starring the whole class. Learn somebasic dance choreography while lip-syncing your way to popstar fame!

PA03 DramaExplore the wonderful world of acting. Learn how to think onyour feet with improv, play a variety of drama games, andhow to get into character.

PA04 Movie Making Create a short film with the help of other campers. Learnhow to act, choose costumes and special effects, help writethe script, and even perform in front of a green screen.Westerns, murder mysteries, zombie movies: we’ve donethem all! Feel free to bring your own costumes and props aswell.

Performing Arts - Senior Mini U - Grades 3 to 8SLOT 3

SLOT 1

SLOT 4

SLOT 2


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H01 Creative Writing Get creative with writing poems and short stories.Experiment with different styles through fun activities like thetraveling story, and share your works with other classmates.J.K. Rowling, watch out!

H02 Board Game BlastMove over Monopoly! These aren’t your typical “bored”games. Players will do everything from trying to stop diseaseoutbreaks in Pandemic and bluffing others in Citadels toleading a fantastic army in Summoner Wars and conqueringplanets in Cosmic Encounters.

H03 Sign LanguageLearn the basics of American Sign Language and open up awhole new world of communication.

Humanities - Senior Mini U - Grades 3 to 8SLOT 4

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SLOT 1 OR 3

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PE01 Outdoor EdThe basics of wilderness survival – ways of judging direction,building fires, identifying useful plants, working with natureand shelter building techniques.

PE02 GolfThis course gives beginners an opportunity to practice putting,hitting and chipping in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

PE03 Archery Tag Combine elements of paintball, dodgeball, and archery withpaintball-grade masks, low-powered bows and foam arrowsand you get one of the most exciting (and safe) new sports.

PE04 Floor HockeyDo you like hockey? We don’t have any ice and you don’tneed skates, but you’ll still learn some new moves.

PE05 BadmintonGet some great exercise while learning technique and strategyin this introductory badminton course.

PE06 ArcheryKatniss, move over! Learn proper technique, hone youraccuracy, and challenge your skills with some friendly team-based competition.

PE07 Self DefenseBuild self-confidence by learning and practicing self defensetechniques like grip breaks and bear hug releases.

PE08 FencingCalling all duelists! Cross foils in this intro course. Learn tofeint, parry, and riposte before counter-attacking againstyour opponent. We provide all safety equipment.

PE09 DodgeballRun, duck, throw: simple, yet fun. Try out a bunch of differentvariations, like medic, fortress, and poisonball.

Phys. Ed. - Senior Mini U - Grades 3 to 8

SLOT 2

SLOT 4

SLOT 4

SLOT 1 OR 2

SLOT 1

SLOT 1

SLOT 3 OR 4

What to Bring for Senior Mini U1. Hat, water bottle, sunscreen

2. Packed lunch (OR choose our lunch program)

3. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty

4. Clean non-marking gym shoes

5. Optional: Headphones (for computer courses)

SLOT 2 OR 3


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SLOT 3

Specialty CampsSpecialty Camp...?

Specialty Camps focus on one area of interestfor a morning, afternoon, or entire day, for thewhole week of camp, allowing for more in-depth material and complex projects.

Campers registering for multiple weeks are freeto choose the same camps again if they wish, orpick different ones.

Fee ScheduleFull-Day CampsSurvivor Camp (Week 6) $280Kiwanis Kids Leadership Challenge (Week 5) $225Horse Sense Camp (Week 7 or 9) $340Back to School Blast (Week 8 or 9) $225

Half-Day CampsAny Camp, 4 Half-Days (Week 6) $90Any Camp, 5 Half-Days (Weeks 5 or 7) $115

Course FeesRobot Makers Camp - Material Fee $35

REGISTER AND PAY by May 25, 2018to be entered in the

EARLY BIRD DRAWfor a chance to win!

Draw consists of one (1) $225 non-transferable, non-refundable credit towards Mini U 2018 registration fees.Limit of one entry per child registered per program week.


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Specialty Camp Program ScheduleWeek 5 (July 30 - Aug 3) Week 6 (August 7 - 10) - 4 DaysFULL-DAY (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM) FULL-DAY (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Kiwanis Kids Leadership Challenge Camp Survivor Camp (4 days + 1 overnight)

AM (9:00 - 12:00) PM (1:00 - 4:00) AM (9:00 - 12:00) PM (1:00 - 4:00)

Archaeology Camp Archery Tag+ Camp Archaeology Camp Archery Tag+ Camp

Archery Tag+ Camp Babysitting Camp Archery Tag+ Camp Babysitting Camp

Digital Creators Fantasy Quest Digital Creators Fencing Camp

Game Designers Fencing Camp Game Designers Judo Camp

Minecraft Builders Minecraft Survivors Minecraft Builders Minecraft Survivors

Robot Makers Camp Robot Coders Camp Robot Makers Camp Robot Coders CampWeek 7 (August 13 - 17*) Week 8 (August 20 - 24)

FULL-DAY* FULL-DAY (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Horse Sense Camp (*Mon - Thurs only, 8:45 AM - 4:30 PM) Back to School Blast (Grades Pre-K to 8)

AM (9:00 - 12:00) PM (1:00 - 4:00) Week 9 (August 27 - 31*)Archery Tag+ Camp Archery Tag+ Camp FULL-DAY (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM*)

Digital Creators Babysitting Camp Back to School Blast (Grades Pre-K to 8)

Game Designers Fantasy Quest Horse Sense Camp (*Mon - Thurs only, 8:45 AM - 4:30 PM)

Judo Camp Fencing Camp See page 15 for information on our Counsellors-in-Training program

(for grades 7 - 12)Minecraft Builders Minecraft Survivors

Robot Makers Camp Robot Coders Camp

Specialty CampsDigital Creators*Grades 3 - 8 Week 5, 6, or 7 (AM)Unleash your digital creativity! Make pixel characters and gamelevels with Bloxels; mix your own digital music from beats, vocalsand samples; and script, shoot and act out your own movie trailer.

Fantasy QuestGrades 3 - 8 Week 5 (PM) or Week 7 (PM)Join Mini U’s Questers Academy and learn such arts as alchemy(i.e. chemistry), siege engineering (i.e. mini catapults), andcombat archery (i.e. archery tag). Campers will immersethemselves in this live action role-playing camp filled withepic storylines that weave together all participants.

Fencing CampGrades 3 - 8 Week 5, 6, or 7 (PM)Based on our popular Fencing course from Senior Mini U.Learn proper form and how to feint, parry, and riposte. Theweek wraps up with a fencing tournament.

Game Designers*Grades 3 - 8 Week 5, 6, or 7 (AM)Design your own video game and levels with easy-to-learnsoftware. Create characters, levels and even learn how to giveenemies artificial intelligence. Once you’re done, try out yourgame and take it home!Please bring your own headphones if possible.

Judo CampGrades 3 - 8 Week 6 (PM) or Week 7 (AM)Go beyond our Senior judo course and spend more timepracticing techniques in a fun, safe environment. This campis also perfect for beginners!Please bring an old pair of sweatpants and a sweatshirt.

Archaeology CampGrades 3 - 8 Week 5 (AM) or Week 6 (AM)Get some fresh air and your hands dirty unearthing such artifactsas ancient animal bones and arrowheads in this popularcamp, and participate in a REAL archaeological dig site.

Archery Tag+ CampGrades 3 - 8 Week 5, 6, or 7 (AM or PM)Combine elements of paintball, dodgeball, and archery withpaintball-grade masks, low-powered bows and foam arrowsand you get one of the most exciting (and safe) new sports. Thiscamp also includes regular archery in addition to archery tag.

Babysitting CampGrades* 5 - 8 Week 5, 6, or 7 (PM)In addition to being certified in the 7-8 hour Red CrossBabysitting course, participants will also get practical experienceworking with children by helping in the Junior program. *Participants must be 11 or older and attend the entireweek in order to receive Red Cross certification.

Back to School Blast*Grades Pre-K to 8 Week 8 or Week 9 (Full-Day) Gear up for school with a week of the best-of Mini U! Includesa combination of our favourite science, coding, arts, andphysical activities from the whole summer! (For this camp,Pre-K to Grade 2 will be in one group, Grades 3-8 in another.)

Kiwanis KidsLeadershipChallenge

Grades 3 - 8 Week 5 (Full-Day)Are you up to the challenge? Work as part of a team tocomplete a series of fun physical and mental challengesdesigned to build confidence and leadership skills. With thehelp of community volunteers, activities involve themes likesurvival, fire and rescue, law enforcement and entrepreneurship.


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Minecraft Builders*Grades 3 - 8 Week 5, 6, or 7 (AM)Using Minecraft’s Creative mode, campers are given buildingdesign challenges to complete as part of a team, creatingstructures like castles and mansions. Learn redstone circuitry andeven program your own in-game mining turtle robot. Please bring your own headphones if possible.

Minecraft Survivors*Grades 3 - 8 Week 5, 6, or 7 (PM)Using Minecraft’s Survival mode, campers must work togetherto survive and thrive in the harsh new world. While newbiesare welcome, a devious instructor will also challenge veteranMinecrafters. Camp includes redstone and turtle robot activities.Please bring your own headphones if possible.

Robot Coders Camp*Grades 3 - 8 Week 5, 6, or 7 (PM)Using our LEGO Mindstorms and new Dash robot kits, learnto design, build and code different robots to handle a varietyof challenges, including navigation, racing, and sumo wrestling.

Robot Makers Camp*Grades 3 - 8 Week 5, 6, or 7 (AM)Do you want to learn about real engineering? Build your ownrobot kit, watch it drive itself around, learn how it works, andtake it home. Please note that you will be soldering in thiscourse and will be using safety glasses.There is an additional $35 material fee for this camp.

Survivor CampGrades 3 - 8 Week 6 (Full-Day)The essentials of camping and wilderness survival: stayingsafe, building fires, cooking, shelter building, campcraft, animaland plant identification and tracking. Survivor Campincludes an overnight camp-out on Thursday night (August9), and meals on Thursday evening and Friday.

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K-8 School Field Trips

Horse Sense CampGrades 3 - 8 Cost: $340.00

Week 7 4 Full Days - Aug 13-16 (Mon-Thurs)Time: 8:45 AM to 4:30 PMWeek 9 4 Full Days - Aug 27-30 (Mon-Thurs)Time: 8:45 AM to 4:30 PM

Learn basic horsemanship in this unique new program forhorse lovers. With no prior experience necessary, our teachingtechniques ensure success in graduated steps, promotingself-esteem and confidence.

Activities are tailored to the level of the camper, from beginnerto intermediate, and include the following:

• Daily riding with instruction

• Proper safety and handling of horses and ponies

• Stable management, grooming, tacking, feeding, etc.

Campers will need to find their own transportation to PrairieBreeze Stables (directions will be provided prior to camp).Please arrive by 8:45 AM, and pick-up at 4:30 PM.

Please bring your own snacks/water and a packed lunch, asparticipants will be staying on-site for lunch. Please also wearheeled footwear (rubber boots preferable). Safety helmetsare provided.

Need an educational and fun fieldtrip for your class?

In June, Mini University offers a selection of our mostpopular programs for school groups. Try our funthemed Junior activities (for grades K-2) or go morein-depth with our Senior courses (for Grades 3 - 8),including courses like Archery Tag and Robot Coders.

Our friendly and skilled instructors will energizeyour class and help prevent the pre-summerslump!

Visit miniu.brandonu.ca for details

Year-Round Mini UKeep an eye on our website or subscribe to our

mailing list for up-to-date information on ouryear-round Mini U programs, like our popularSpring Break Camp: miniu.brandonu.ca

Specialty Camps


Counsellors-in-TrainingGrades 7 - 12 Cost: $150.00

Under the mentorship of a veteran Mini U instructor,Counsellors-in-Training (CIT) gives youth the leadership skillsand knowledge to assist with/lead Mini U camp activities. Theprogram includes one day of training on June 16. Completingthe program enables youth to volunteer for any current andfuture sessions of Mini U (including Spring Break programs).

Are you a returning CIT?: Please note that there is no tuitioncharge for returning CITs to register. However, all returning CITsare expected to attend CIT training each year as a refresher andto also submit fresh record checks to Mini U.

Requirements: All prospective counsellors-in-training must...1) Be in grade 7 - 12 as of the 2017 / 2018 school year2) Have attended Mini University in the past3) Attend the training session on June 16, 20184) Commit to volunteering at Mini U for at least 3 weeks of summer camp (not necessarily consecutive weeks) from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm daily5) Submit a recent Criminal Record Check and recentChild Abuse Registry Check (no older than January 2018) before the first day of volunteering

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Our InstructorsOur instructors are chosen for their knowledge, maturity,leadership and ability to relate to children. The vast majority ofour staff are university students or recent graduates, and manyare studying to become teachers in the Faculty of Education.

To ensure that we employ only the highest quality staffand instructors, we provide 2-3 weeks of paid training thatincludes topics ranging from lesson planning and classroommanagement to cultural sensitivity and epi-pen use. As well,all staff are certified in CPR and First Aid and have clearCriminal Record and Child Abuse Registry checks.

Behaviour Management PolicyAbove all, Mini U’s goal is for its participants to have fun ina safe learning environment. To ensure that everyone hasfun, we do three main things:

1) Explain Our Rules: Classroom rules and our expectationsare clearly defined at the start of camp. Participants aremade aware that behaviours which cause emotional orphysical harm, disrupt the camp, or damage facilities orequipment are not tolerated.

Also, participants are informed that Mini U does not toleratesuch behaviours as bullying, racism, sexism, and homophobia.

2) Train Our Instructors: As part of staff orientation, wetrain our staff in classroom management and behaviouralmanagement techniques.

3) Enforce Three Strike Policy: If an issue is unable to beresolved by the classroom instructor then the participantis brought to the Program Coordinator for a discussion.The Program Coordinator assesses the situation and mayissue a Strike One. The participant is informed why theyhave been given a strike and what they can do to preventfurther strikes.

If the participant continues to act in a way that is againstour rules and policies, then Strike Two is given and parents,guardians, and/or chaperones are contacted.

In the rare situation when Strike Three is needed, theparticipant is immediately removed from camp andreleased to their parents, guardians, or chaperones. Pleasenote that refunds are NOT given in this event.

Based on the seriousness, and at the discretion of Mini U’sDirector and Program Coordinator, some behaviours (suchas fighting or stealing) may immediately warrant a secondor even third strike without previous strikes being issued.

Volunteering at Mini UIs your child in grades 7 - 12 and interested in volunteeringfor Mini University for the summer? Please see page 15 forinformation on our Counsellors-in-Training program.

Residence ProgramBrandon University is pleased to offer a residence programfor groups wishing to attend Mini University. For moreinformation on how to register for the residence program,as well as available weeks and fees, please call 204-727-7376.

Course Cancellation PolicyMini University reserves the right to cancel individualcourses, specialty camps, or programs due to a lack ofregistrations, funding and/or staff.

If a Junior program or specialty camp is cancelled, eachparticipant will be notified by phone and any fees paid forthat camp or program will be refunded in full.

In the event that a Senior Mini U course is cancelled,participants will be placed in their next choice of class. Ifall choices are not available, Mini University will contactthe participant to choose another course.

Refund PolicyRefunds, minus a $15.00+GST administration fee percamper per week cancelled, will be given up to 10 daysprior to the start of the cancelled program/camp. Forrefunds at any later date, a doctor’s certificate must bepresented to Mini U’s registration office within 30 days ofthe cancellation date.

Important Information


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Camp Arrival / Check-InLocation: Mini University HQ

Healthy Living CentreSeniors: Henry Champ GymJuniors: HLC South GymSpecialty: Henry Champ Gym

ON THE FIRST DAY OF CAMP PLEASE CHECK INBY 8:30 AM (8:45 AM ALL OTHER DAYS)

Lunch (12:00 - 1:00 pm)Full-day participants must spend the lunch hour under thesupervision of Mini U staff, unless prior written parentalpermission has been given. Mini University participants willeat their lunch in the BU cafeteria “Down Under” area.Campers may bring a bag lunch, purchase food from thecafeteria or purchase our weekly Lunch Program at time ofregistration (see registration form). Please note that Mini Uhas a nut-free, fragrance-free, and no-energy drink policy.Following lunch there are supervised games/quiet activities.

Afternoon-only Junior or Specialty Camp campers willcheck in at the above locations from 12:45 to 1:00 pm.

End of Day Sign-OutCampers will return to the Healthy Living Centre between4:00 and 4:10 pm and parents are requested to makearrangements for the pick up and sign out of their childrenbetween 4:00 and 5:00 pm.

Morning-only Junior or Specialty Camp campers can bepicked up between noon and 12:10 pm at the BU cafeteria“Down Under” area.

Please note on your registration form if a person other thana parent/guardian is permitted to pick your child up or ifyour child is permitted to leave unattended.

Early Drop-Off / Late Pick-UpFor the convenience of working parents, supervision from8:00 am until 5:00 pm is included with your registration.

Earlier drop-off (7:30 to 7:59 am) and/or later pick-up(5:01 to 5:30 pm) are available for an additional fee. Pleaseindicate which you require when registering.

Important Information

RegistrationOnline (FAST!)To register using our online system, go tominiu.brandonu.ca and click on “Register Online”. Youwill be asked to create a family account first and, oncecomplete, you can begin registering your child(ren) for oneor more weeks.

For Families Who Attended 2012 - 2017: Whether youregistered online or with a paper form in any yearbetween 2012 and 2017, you will have an online accountavailable this year. To login, go to miniu.brandonu.ca andclick on “Login to Account”. (If you do not remember yourold password, please e-mail us from your e-mail addresson file and a password reset will be sent.)

By Paper (S l o w)Complete the registration form (pages 18 - 21) and eitherfax to 204-727-7491, or mail-in/drop-off with payment to:

Mini University (Healthy Living Centre, Room 003)

270-18th Street, Brandon, MB R7A 6A9

Payment OptionsPlease note that spots are only reserved once we havereceived payment. You can pay by:

1) Cash (at the Healthy Living Centre, Room 003)

2) Credit card (in person or by calling 204-727-7311)

3) Cheque (by mail or in person)

(Please note that payment is due at time of registrationand therefore we cannot accept post-dated cheques.)

Mini University will confirm via email registrations andpayments received within 7 days of receipt.

For best selection of courses, register early, use ouronline system and pay promptly, as courses are assignedon a first-come, first-served basis.

Late FeeRegistrations will be accepted up to and including Mondayat 8:30 am of each camp week. There is a late fee of $15.00for registrations and/or payments received after theWednesday preceding the desired week.

Will your child be absent from camp? Please phone: 204-727-7311For more information call 204-727-7311, email [email protected], or visit us at miniu.brandonu.ca

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Home Phone

Date of BirthChild’s First Name

E-mail (required for registration confirmations, etc.)

Address

Child’s Last Name

STEP 1) Supply participant information and ALL APPLICABLE CONTACT PHONE NUMBERS:

Male Female

MM DD YYYY

City & Province

Postal Code School Presently Attending Grade (during2017/2018school year)

My child can ONLY be released to... Parent/Guardian #1 Parent/Guardian #2 Emergency Contact #1

Emergency Contact #2 Other (Names/relation: ____________________________)

My child is allowed to sign out on their own at the end of their day. Initial: _________

My child is NOT allowed to change courses/camps without my/our permission. Initial: _________

Are there any child custody issues of which Mini U should be made aware? Yes (Detail below/attach info) No

_____________________________________________________________________

Primary Contact: Parent/Guardian #1 Parent/Guardian #2 Other: _________

Marital Status: Married Separated Divorced Single Other: _________

Parent/Guardian #1’s Name

( )

( )Parent/Guardian #1 Work

( )Parent/Guardian #1 Cell

Emergency Contact #1 Name (non-parent)

( )Emergency Contact #1 Home or Work Phone

( )Emergency Contact #1 Cell Phone

Health Information: Please provide details of any allergies, medication requirements, special needs, dietary restrictions or othermedical conditions of which we should be made aware. This information will be shared with Mini University administrators and instructors.(Attach additional sheets if necessary.) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

For the express purpose of sponsorship grants, bursaries and statistics, please check all that apply to your child/family:

Aboriginal / First Nation Métis Recent immigrant / EAL Low income

MINI UNIVERSITY 2018

REGISTRATION FORM (PAGE 1 OF 4)204-727-7311 [email protected] miniu.brandonu.ca

REGISTER ONLINEIT’S QUICK AND EASY!

Visit miniu.brandonu.ca andclick on “Register Online”

Please complete one registration form PER CHILD.

Emergency Contact #2 Name (non-parent)

( )Emergency Contact #2 Home or Work Phone

( )Emergency Contact #2 Cell Phone

How did you or your child first hear about Mini U? (Pick one.) My child attended previous year(s) Recommended by child’s friend Recommended by parent’s friend/family Facebook Search Engine (Google, etc.) Twitter eBrandon Instagram

Brandon Sun Ad or Article Employed by BU Other Newspaper/Media Source (_____________________) Radio Advertising Poster at local business Presentation at School I Don’t Know Other: ___________________________________________

I give my express consent to receive electronic newsletters and promotions from Mini U. I understandthat my consent may be withdrawn at any time by e-mailing “UNSUBSCRIBE” to [email protected].

Relation to Camper

Parent/Guardian #2’s Name

( )Parent/Guardian #2 Work

( )Parent/Guardian #2 CellRelation to Camper

MINI UNIVERSITY 2018 REGISTRATION FORM (PAGE 2 OF 4)

Step 2) Informed Consent Form: Registration cannot be accepted without a parent/guardian agreeing to ALL terms below.

Photography/Multimedia Consent:I hereby authorize Brandon University’s Mini University and Actua, the National organization to which Mini University is a member, to photograph, audiorecord, video record, podcast and/or webcast the above-named child/youth (digitally or otherwise) without charge; and to allow Mini University and Actuato copy, modify, and distribute in print and online, those images that include your child in whatever appropriate way either Mini University and/or Actuasees fit without having to seek further approval. No names will be used in association with any images or recordings.

________ Initial that you read and agree to the above photography/multimedia consent.

Electronic Storage of Information:I consent to all registration information I provide (as well as a digital photo of my child to be taken at time of check-in) being stored in the United States of America byCampMinder, LLC. I understand that this information is being stored for the purpose of registering my child in Mini University, to keep an enrollment record of campers,and to administer the camp, and that a written agreement is in place with CampMinder, LLC to ensure that this information is stored securely and to ensure it will notbe shared with any other party or person without consent from Brandon University and Mini University unless required by law.

________ Initial that you read and agree to the above electronic storage of information.

Mini University Program – Child Informed Consent:WARNING: By signing this document you indicate that you understand the risks associated with this activity, that you are aware that by allowing your child toparticipate in the activity you are exposing him/her to the risks identified below. It gives Mini University authority to secure medical assistance for your child for whichyou agree to be financially responsible. You are agreeing to assume financial responsibility for any damage to third persons or their property caused by your child.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!1. I am aware that by allowing my child to participate in the Mini University Program which may include any or all of the Mini University programs, I willbe exposing him/her to the following inherent risks, including but not limited to:

________ Initial that you have explained the risks associated with this activity to your child and that he/she understands the risks.2. Mini University may secure such medical advice and services as it, in its sole discretion, may deem necessary for my child’s health and safety and I shallbe financially responsible for such advice and services.3. I understand that it is my child’s responsibility to abide by the rules and regulations imposed on the participants by the Instructor. I have explained to mychild the need to follow the instructions given by the Instructor.4. That if my child is supplying his/her own equipment, I am responsible for ensuring that it is safe and will maintained which is up to the requisite standards for theactivity in which he/she is participating. I understand that the University accepts no responsibility for any incidents occurring out of the use of misuse of my child’s equipment.

________ Initial that you have read and agree to paragraph 4.5. I agree to HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY Brandon University, its agents and employees, Actua, and other program supporters from any and all liabilityfor any damage to the property of, or personal injury to, any third party resulting from my child’s participation in this activity.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS AGREEMENT AND I AM AWARE THAT BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT I AM ACCEPTING FINANCIALRESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY MEDICAL ASSISTANCE THE UNIVERSITY MAY DEEM NECESSARY FOR MY CHILD’S HEALTH AND SAFETY AND ALSOFOR ANY DAMAGE TO THIRD PERSONS OR THEIR PROPERTY THAT MY CHILD MAY CAUSE.

__________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________PARENT’S/GUARDIAN’S NAME (Please print) CHILD’S NAME (Please print)

__________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________PARENT’S/GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE DATE

GENERAL RISKS:• theft, vandalism or loss of personal property;• any manner of injury resulting from use, misuse, non-use and failure of equipment;• impact with obstructions, other participants, officials or spectators, visibleor non-visible;• potential for bone and muscular skeletal injury, such as sprains and strains;• episodes of light headedness, fainting, chest discomfort, leg cramps and nausea; • an increased load on the heart, which may result in dizziness, shortness of breath andin extreme circumstances, may result in a heart attack;OUTDOOR ACTIVITY RISKS:• all manner of injury resulting from falls on steep, icy, slippery or uneven terrain;• all manner of injury from impact or entanglement with objects, visible or non-visible;• weather: any injury or illness resulting from exposure to code, wet or windyweather, or the effects of heat and strong sunlight;• animals: injuries from contact with animals including horses, dogs, snakes, birds,rodents, wood ticks, birds, insects, spiders;• other outdoor risks: injuries from tree limbs, lightning, exposure to the West Nile virus, etc.;ARCHAEOLOGICAL DIG RISKS:• any manner of injury arising from digging, noxious vegetation, flying sand or rock chips;

GYMNASIUM ACTIVITY RISKS:• all manner of injury arising from falling and impacting against the floor surface, walls,apparatus/equipment or the ground;ART & CRAFT MATERIAL RISKS:• the erecting or dismantling of equipment, fumes from paint or paint thinners orspray painting;CHEMISTRY AND BIOLOGICAL MATERIAL RISKS:• injury due to misuse of equipment or misuse of chemicals (i.e. inhalation of chemicalsor burns from chemical misuse, burns from equipment misuse, loss or limb or digitsor cuts from equipment misuse);• chemical and/or food sensitivities (including but not limited to allergic reactions) tomaterials used in the course such as fish, animals, worms, insects, chemicals, etc.;SWIMMING RISKS:• any manner of injury resulting from falls on pool decks or diving boards especiallywhen entering or exiting the pool area or water;• bodily injury, death, or spinal injury may be cause by, but is not limited to: a) suddenimmersion b) making contact with the diving board, pool structure, pool deck and/orother participants, visible or non-visible c) drowning or body entrapment.

STEP 3) Choose program(s) for one or more weeks

WEek 1 (5 Days, July 2 - 6) Full-Day ($225)

Week 2 (5 Days, July 9 - 13) Full-Day ($225)



If you are registering for multiple weeks of Senior Mini U, 1st choices will generally be used for the first week,2nd for the second, etc. Course selection is first-come, first-served, so register early for best choices!

Slot Time FIRST CHOICE SECOND CHOICE THIRD CHOICE FOURTH CHOICE

1 9:00

2 11:00

12:00 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH

3 1:00

4 2:15

$______________Total Senior Fee


$______________Total Junior Fee

Child’s Last Name Child’s First Name

Junior ChipmunksFor Pre-K* to Kindergarten*Must be a minimum of 4 years old and fully potty trained by July 1, 2018.

Junior MooseFor Grade 2

Week 1 (5 Days, July 2 - 6) AM only ($115) PM only ($115) Full-Day ($225)Week 2 (5 Days, July 9 - 13) AM only ($115) PM only ($115) Full-Day ($225)Week 3 (5 Days, July 16 - 20) AM only ($115) PM only ($115) Full-Day ($225)

Week 4 (5 Days, July 23 - 27) AM only ($115) PM only ($115) Full-Day ($225)Week 5 (5 Days, July 30 - Aug 3) AM only ($115) PM only ($115) Full-Day ($225)Week 6 (4 Days, Aug 7 - 10) AM only ($90) PM only ($90) Full-Day ($170)

Week 7 (5 Days, Aug 13 - 17) AM only ($115) PM only ($115) Full-Day ($225)

For Week 8 (Aug 20 - 24) andWeek 9 (Aug 27 - 31) programsfor Pre-K to Grade 2, pleaserefer to our Back to School BlastSpecialty Camp (page 13)

Senior Mini U For Grades 3 - 8 See page 5 for course schedule

Junior TurtlesFor Grade 1

Specialty Camps

Week 5 (5 Days, July 30 - Aug 3)

AM: ____________________________($115)

PM: ____________________________($115)

AM+PM: Kiwanis Kids Leadership Challenge ($225)

Week 6 (4 Days, Aug 7 - 10)

AM: _____________________________($90)

PM: _____________________________($90)

AM+PM: Survivor Camp ($280)

Week 7 (*5 Days, Aug 13 - 17)

Horse Sense Camp (*Mon - Thurs only) ($340)

Week 7 continued...

AM: ___________________________ ($115)

PM: ___________________________ ($115)

Week 8 (5 Days, Aug 20 - 24)

AM+PM: Back to School Blast ($225)

Week 9 (*5 Days, Aug 27 - 31)

AM+PM: Back to School Blast ($225)

Horse Sense Camp (*Mon - Thurs only) ($340)

$______________Total Spec. Camp Fee

STEP 4) Add in applicable course fees and other additional fees


STEP 6) Payment information Cash (paid only in person at the Healthy Living Centre, Room 003) Credit Card (paid in person or by phone at 204-727-7311) Cheque (payable to Brandon University; CANNOT be post-dated) Money Order

Registrations can dropped off or mailed to:Mini UniversityRoom 003, Healthy Living Centre - Brandon University 270 - 18th StreetBrandon, MB R7A 6A9

OR: Fax all four registration form pages to 204-727-7491 andthen call us at 204-727-7311 with your credit card information.TOTAL: $

Course Fees $15.00 Flying Machines $15.00 Robot Makers (Seniors) $35.00 Robot Makers (Specialty Camp)

Lunch Program (Optional; GST/PST included) Daily lunch menu available online at: miniu.brandonu.ca Week 1 ($51.25) Week 2 ($51.25) Week 3 ($51.25) Week 4 ($51.25) Week 5 ($51.25) Week 6 ($41.00) Week 7 ($51.25) Week 8 ($51.25) Week 9 ($51.25)

Early Drop-Off (7:30 AM - 7:59 AM) Week 1 ($15.00) Week 2 ($15.00) Week 3 ($15.00) Week 4 ($15.00) Week 5 ($15.00) Week 6 ($12.00) Week 7 ($15.00) Week 8 ($15.00) Week 9 ($15.00)

Late Pick-Up (5:01 PM - 5:30 PM) Week 1 ($15.00) Week 2 ($15.00) Week 3 ($15.00) Week 4 ($15.00) Week 5 ($15.00) Week 6 ($12.00) Week 7 ($15.00) Week 8 ($15.00) Week 9 ($15.00)

Other Fees $15.00 Late Fee (if registering/paying after the Wednesday preceding the desired week)

Donations I would like to help support Mini University by donating $___________________

$______________Total Additional Fees

STEP 5) Choose a free gift, one per week (two specialty camps in the same week count as one gift)ADULT T-SHIRT S (#_____) M (#_____) L (#_____) XL (#_____) XXL (#_____) (Gift availability is first-come, first-served.)

YOUTH T-SHIRT S: 6-8(#_____) M: 7-12 (#_____) BPA-free Water Bottle (#_____)

Child’s Last Name Child’s First Name

STEP 3) Choose program(s) for one or more weeks (CONTINUED)

Grades/Dates VarySee pages 12 - 15 for details and dates

Counsellors in Training (grades 7 - 12) ($150) Please see page 15 for info and requirements

Mini University would like to thank the many people and organizations within the University and communitythat contribute to our program. We could not provide the quality program we offer without this support.

Mini University would like to thank the following individuals andgroups whose involvement helps make Mini U a success. � The Faculties, Schools and Ancillary Services within the

University, for their generous provision of facilities, equipmentand expertise for Mini University;

� Brandon University faculty, staff and students for all their assistance and support;

� And, of course, all our participants and their parents,grandparents, friends and families, and our participatingAboriginal communities.

Mini University would also like to thank the numerousmembers of the Brandon Community who assist in delivering ourprogram through donations, sponsorship of children, use of facilitiesfor visits or providing expertise. These include:� Brandon Fire and Emergency Services � Home Depot

� XII Manitoba Dragoons and 26 Field Regiment Museum � Brandon Police Service � East 40 Packers

� Daly House Museum � Maple Leaf

� BU Anthropology Dept. � The Sun Fund

� The Kain Family � Giant Tiger

� BU Health Studies Dept. � BU Physics Dept.� BU Biology Dept. � BU Chemistry Dept.� Funds for Furry Friends � BU Geology Dept.� Grand Valley Animal Clinic � BU Astronomy Dept.� Westman Reptile Gardens � Claren Turner

� Individual donors � Tom Stewart (Eznet)

Also, we would like to thank the following businesses and organizationsfor supporting Mini University through advertising:� Westman Communications Group � Old Dutch Foods

� Brandon Friendship Centre � Bell Media

� Prolific Graphics Inc. � Thunderbird Bowl� Koch Fertilizer Canada Ltd � Manitoba Hydro

2018 Registration Guide Credits: Cover, text, compilation, layout & design by Ivah Gallagher, Nancy Stanley and Gillian Richards. Photos by Md Alif Khan. Mini U website design and content by Ivah Gallagher.

Thank You From Mini U

Mini University is a proud member of Actua Actua provides training, resources and support to its nationalnetwork of members located at universities and colleges acrossCanada in the delivery of science, technology, engineering andmathematics (STEM) education outreach programming. Eachyear these members engage over 225,000 youth in 500 communitiesnationwide. Please visit Actua at: www.actua.ca

Mini U gratefully acknowledges and thanks the following agenciesfor their financial support of Mini University in 2017:� Government of Canada: Natural Sciences and Engineering

Research Council of Canada (PromoScience); Young Canada Works; Canada Summer Jobs

� Government of Manitoba: Healthy Child Manitoba; CareerFocus; Green Team; School and Community Arts Program; Manitoba Sport, Culture, and Heritage (Archaeology)

� Actua � Butler Family Foundation

� Manitoba Metis Federation - Employment Grant

� Brandon University Students Union - WorkStudy Program

� City of Brandon � Kiwanis Club of Brandon

A special thank you to all past and present staff and instructors for making Mini U

the successful program it is today!


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