July 14-August 22, 2008

If you’re entering grade six through eleven, you can explore the world of video game production at a summer camp unlike any other.

Unlike last year, each session will run from 9a.m. to 4p.m. for one week, Monday through Friday. There will still be a one hour lunch.

Registration filled up quickly last year, so register early!  Some fees will be waived for early applicants, and acting now assures that you will get the session that you want.

Each session is designed as a stand-alone learning experience; however, what you learn in one session will be useful in others.

Daily Schedule

AM Hands-On Lecture: 9:00AM to 12:00PM
Students will be taught the fundamental concepts of video game design in respect to the session focus and practical hands-on application of these concepts.

Lunch Break: 12:00PM to 1:00PM
All students must bring their own lunch.
             
PM Instructional Game Play: 1:00PM to 4:00PM
Students will have instructional game play, where they will learn how the concepts taught in the AM are applied to their game creations or to other games.

Students can be dropped off at Mildred Elley no earlier than 8:30AM and must be picked up no later than 4:30PM. In other words, students should be dropped off no earlier than 30 minutes before class time and picked up no later than 30 minutes after class time.

Session Schedule and Descriptions

The entire camp curriculum has been revitatlized and updated for greater learning and student enjoyment. Click the link below to view the schedule and description:

2008 Video Game Camp Schedule [opens in Adobe Acrobat]

Lunch

All students must bring their own lunch each day and, if necessary, enough snacks to last the entire day.

Our Philosophy

Teamwork is a crucial part of the video game design world. Each session combines small group instruction with individual and group projects to ignite the imaginations of future game makers.

The Important Questions

Where (is the Camp held)?
The 2008 Video Game Design Summer Camp will be held at Mildred Elley’s campus at the Latham Circle Mall; 800 New Loudon Road in Latham, NY.

Who (leads the sessions at the Camp)?
The faculty and staff of the Video Game Design Camp are  drawn from Mildred Elley’s School of Digital Media Arts and from professionals working in the field.

What (tools will I use)?
Basic supplies will be provided by Mildred Elley and are included in the registration charges. Software is available at the Mildred Elley Digital Media Arts Computer Lab.  If you wish to purchase your own software licenses for use at home, we can advise you about educational
pricing.

What (if I am a returning student from the 2007 Summer Camp)?
We’re glad to have you back! Returning students will have the opportunity to push the
knowledge they’ve learned to a whole new level. Students in Grades 11 and 12 may also
want to check out our college-credit bearing courses. For more information, please visit:
     http://www.mildred-elley.edu

How (much will it cost)?
Tuition is set at $350 per session. Each full-day session starts at 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday for one week.

If you register for two or more sessions, a tuition discount of 10% will be extended.  The application fee of $25 will be waived until 04/30/2008.

Registration

To register for a session, click on the week you want, and you will be directed to a registration page for that week. Also, you must print and fill out the bottom portion of the registration form (see below) to submit a credit card and check payment via fax (credit card only) or mail (both credit card and check). Must fill in the courses wanted and the payment information.

Week 1, Video Games, Press Start NOW! - SOLD OUT

NOTE: (If you'd like to be put on a waiting list for Week 1, please email camp@mildred-elley.edu with your contact information)

Week 2, Video Game Creation - SOLD OUT

NOTE: (If you'd like to be put on a waiting list for Week 2, please email camp@mildred-elley.edu with your contact information)

Week 3, Creating Game Worlds

Week 4, Creating Video Game Characters

Week 5, 3-d Modeling & Animation

Week 6, Creating 2-d Games

Or you may download the registration form to fax or mail to us (all fields must be filled in):

Registration Form (printable)

Questions? Contact us using the phone number or email address below.

About the College

Mildred Elley is a private two-year college with campuses in Latham, NY and Pittsfield, MA,
that offers degree and certificate programs in several career-oriented fields of study, including Game Design and 3D Animation and Digital Graphics and Multimedia Design. For more
information, please call Admissions or visit:
    http://www.mildred-elley.edu
            
Contact Information

For more information or any questions, please fill out this form or contact Meghan Connors at (888) 370-5658 or e-mail camp@mildred-elley.edu

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