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2011
For High School Students
• 6 1⁄2 -Week College Credit Program
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• 2-Week Intensive Workshop Programs
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At a Glance
Table of Contents
Program Dates Pages

6 1⁄2-WEEK COLLEGE CREDIT June 28 - August 13 4-18

Completing 10th, 11th or 12th grade

6-WEEK TRIPLE PLAY July 3 - August 13 4-11 & 14-19

Completing 9th, 10th or 11th grade

31⁄2-WEEK ENRICHMENT July 3 - 26 4-11 & 14-18

Completing 9th, 10th or 11th grade

2-WEEK INTENSIVE WORKSHOP July 3 - 16

Completing 9th, 10th or 11th grade July 17 - 30 4-11 & 19
July 31 - August 13
2 OR 4-WEEK MIDDLE SCHOOL July 3 - 16 4-5 & 20-25
Completing 8th grade July 17 - 30

Administrative Staff

Bill Cooperman, BS, MS

Executive Director
Years of Summer Experience...

Mike Sirowitz, BA Jordan Zucker, BA David Wolk, BS, ATC Julian Fowler, BA Jack Kelley, BS
Director of Programs Director of Student Director of Personnel Director of International Director of Student
and Operations Enrollment and Staffing Activities
Programs

Prof. Dan Sykes, BS, PhD. Tom Cook, BS Diane Strumlauf, BA Parris Smith, BA Alli Herbaugh, MSED, NCC
Forensic Sciences Program Coordinator Director of Guidance Director of Sports College Counselor
and Recreation
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At Penn State
Campus Life
About Penn State
ituated in the center of Pennsylvania and
SMountains,
surrounded by the cooling Appalachian
The PENN STATE UNIVERSITY PARK
campus is one of the nation’s most beautiful
campuses. The central campus of 540 acres is
only part of the total 15,500 acreage that includes
2 Championship Golf Courses, 48 Tennis Courts,
and a 72 Acre Lake!
Penn State is one of America’s premier institutions
of higher learning. Nearly every state in the United
States and most countries worldwide have students
presently enrolled at Penn State. Home to the
Nittany Lions and part of the “BIG TEN” conference,
Penn State receives continuous publicity on
television, radio and in national media coverage.
The exciting “RAH, RAH” atmosphere, richly
supported by all students, faculty and alumni,
is electrifying and contagious.
The Ultimate College Town
ocated directly across the street from the Penn
L State campus is the quaint, yet upscale college
town of State College. This fabulous college town
revolves around the university and enthusiastically
caters to the needs of its student population. From
fast food to gourmet restaurants…from local fashion
boutiques to large national chain stores… from
coffee houses to bookstores… from video arcades
and dance clubs to playhouses and movie theaters…
State College is truly the Ultimate College Town!
Residence Hall:
Your Home Away From Home
he residence halls at Penn State are alive with
T “SPIRIT!” For maximum security, our Summer
Study program participants will be housed in
dedicated residence halls (middle school students
with middle school students and precollege students
with precollege students), allowing us complete
control. All rooms are comfortable and spacious.
For the best possible roommate matching, careful
review is made of roommate survey forms completed
by each student in the spring. Roommate
assignments are then made by similarity of
responses. Each room has 2 individual beds,
2 desks, 2 dressers, 2 closets, 2 chairs and even
a refrigerator, freezer and microwave oven!
Laundry facilities are on every other floor and
staff will be happy to give “lessons” to first-timers.
Access to the Internet and email is available to all
students in the dorms as well as in computer labs.
4 SUMMER STUD Y PROGRAMS
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“Before coming to Summer Study at Penn State, we were
“
afraid that we would not be able to make friends easily.
That was NOT the case at all…making friends was
amazingly easy. Summer Study was a truly life-changing
experience for us both. Everyone should be able to
experience and participate in a program like this at
least once. ” Morgan Kaiser, Warren, NJ and Brittany Rizika, Wayne, NJ
2010 Summer Study Roommates
Dining
ur attractively furnished dining facility serves 3
O meals per day during the week with brunch and
dinner served on the weekends. Your residence hall
is just steps away from the dining hall where students
will have access to delicious “all-you-can-eat” meals.
All meals are prepared fresh daily and creatively
planned by nutritionists. In addition to the hot
entrees served at every meal, students may also
choose from salad bars, veggie bars, pasta bars,
deli meats, cereals and plenty of other food choices.
Our community of middle school students, high
school students, staff members, directors and
administrators will mingle and socialize with one
another during mealtimes. While at meals, be sure
to try the FRESHEST and CREAMIEST ice cream in
the East…made daily at the Penn State Creamery
on campus (where Ben & Jerry got their start).
Exciting Nightlife
oth the town of State College and the Penn State
B campus make a dynamic setting with unlimited
opportunities for exciting evening activities. As
collegiate social life continues after classes end, our
nightly program of planned events assures you of
the Total Summer Study Experience. Included are:
“Broadway” Shows (in past summers we’ve seen
“Grease,” “West Side Story,” “Evita,” “The Wizard of
Oz,” “A Chorus Line,” and “Dracula”), a show with
TV’s funniest Hypnotist/Comedian, Tom DeLuca,
the fabulous Mezzanine and Indigo dance clubs,
fast-paced Ice-Skating, action-packed Roller-
Skating, Go-Karts, Ice Broomball, Indoor Pool
Party (water polo, water volleyball, etc.), fun-filled
Rock-N-Bowl, Mini Golf and Movie Night, our thrilling
Skit Night, State College Spikes Baseball Games,
exciting ROCK CONCERTS (in past summers we
have seen the Counting Crows, Maroon 5, Dave
Matthews Band, Ben Folds Five, Jason Mraz, the
Red Hot Chili Peppers, Phish, The Who, Chicago,
Third Eye Blind, Rufus Wainright, and more!),
Las Vegas Casino Night, MTV’s Singled Out dating
game, Talent Night, outdoor movies, a western
Hayride and Bonfire under the stars, a Farewell
Banquet/Awards Night and much more!
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A Summer Of
Sports Clinics
Instruction in Tennis and Golf
(High School program par ticipants)
48 TENNIS COURTS & 2 GOLF COURSES
Students interested in concentrating their sporting
efforts on tennis or golf may do so by enrolling in
a series of clinic, semiprivate or private lessons.
Experienced coaches/instructors will provide
an intense program of instruction leading to
successful skills development. This athletic
offering is available in all high school programs,
regardless of the student’s current level of ability,
but with a firm commitment and desire to improve.
SUPPLEMENTAL FEES
Tennis 61⁄2-week 6-week 31⁄2-week 2-week
Lessons (18 Hours) (18 Hours) (12 Hours) (6 Hours)
Clinic $495 $495 $350 $195
Semiprivate $650 $650 $495 $225
Private $795 $795 $695 $295

Golf 61⁄2-week 6-week 31⁄2-week

Lessons (12 Hours*) (12 Hours*) (8 Hours*)
Private $795 $795 $695
Recreationland *Includes unlimited rounds of golf
he extensive Penn State athletic and recreational
T facilities are among the most outstanding facilities
on any campus. Most recreational and athletic
**Middle School and 2-week high school students may schedule
a tee-time for golf 24-hours in advance through our on-campus
Summer Study Office.
facilities are available to all program participants at Instruction in Basketball,
no charge. The students who enjoy themselves the Volleyball and Soccer
most are those who take full advantage of the campus (High School program par ticipants)
activities. Participation is the key, whether to learn a
new sport, practice your skills or just have fun meeting Qualified instructors familiar with all levels of play and
new people! competition teach our popular sports clinics. During
clinic time, instruction will include working on skills,
techniques, game strategy, and competitive play.
Catch the Action on Campus
BEAVER STADIUM: The colossal 106,500 seat SUPPLEMENTAL FEES
football stadium and home of the Nittany Lions is Clinics 61⁄2-week 6-week 31⁄2-week 2-week
the second largest college-owned stadium in the
Basketball $100 $100 $100 $75
country and is Sold Out for every game. Tour the
Volleyball $100 $100 $100 $75
stadium and watch the gridiron action on national
television in the fall! Soccer $100 $100 $100 $75
NATATORIUM: A modern 4 pool facility with three
indoor and one 50 meter outdoor pool (with a 10 LIONHEART FITNESS CENTER (weight training &
meter diving tower) and plenty of space for tanning! conditioning): A superb 20,000 square foot, state
RECREATION BUILDING (Rec. Hall): Houses 4 of the art fitness center houses all the finest and
basketball courts, 4 volleyball courts, 14 handball/ safest equipment including nautilus, Hammer
paddleball courts, 10 squash courts, fencing, Strength, Stairmasters, treadmills, free weights,
wrestling, and weight training rooms, and aerobic classes, etc. Open 16 hours per day,
an aerobic conditioning area. 7 days per week, LionHeart at PSU is the perfect
TWO 18 HOLE GOLF COURSES: Including a pro shop, way to stay in shape this summer.
putting greens, and driving range. SUPPLEMENTAL FEES
TENNIS COURTS: 48 courts, including 16 indoor and Fitness
outdoor courts at the beautiful tennis club complex. Center 61⁄2-week 6-week 31⁄2-week 2-week
SPIKE’S STADIUM & BRYCE JORDAN CENTER: $85 $85 $85 $50
Two great venues for minor league baseball and
live concerts.
INTRAMURAL BUILDING: Houses weight training
and wrestling rooms, 6 basketball gymnasiums, a
volleyball/badminton gymnasium, 12 handball/
paddleball courts, a jogging track and walleyball.
GREENBERG INDOOR SPORTS COMPLEX: An indoor
Ice Pavilion with 2 ice skating rinks and an indoor
soccer field.
HETZEL UNION BUILDING (HUB): Penn State’s
student union building, which includes a billiard
room and fun eateries.
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Admissions Pre-College Programs
Program Information
61⁄2 -Week College Credit Program
June 28 – August 13
6-Week Triple Play Program
July 3 – August 13
31⁄2 - Week Summer Enrichment Program
July 3 – 26
2 - Week Intensive Workshop Programs
July 3 – 16
July 17 – 30
July 31 – August 13
Student Eligibility
he 61⁄2 -week Summer Study at Penn State
T program is open to all qualified high school
students who are currently completing 10th,
11th or 12th grade. The 6-week Triple Play, 31⁄2 and
2-week Summer Enrichment at Penn State programs
are open to high school students who are currently
completing 9th, 10th or 11th grade. Our Summer
Study and Summer Enrichment Admissions Committee
will evaluate all completed applications for final accep-
tance. ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED and all applications
will be reviewed on a “rolling admissions” basis.
The application and acceptance is not an application
or acceptance for, nor an offer of, admission to the
Pennsylvania State University.
All applicants are required to submit a current
academic transcript with past grades and PSAT or
SAT scores, if available. These may be obtained from
your guidance counselor. Other diagnostic scores
may be requested of those applicants who have not
taken their PSAT or SAT exams as of the date of their
application. Foreign students may be required to
submit a recent TOEFL exam of English proficiency.
The Guidance Counselor/College Advisor/Teacher
Recommendation Form will help suppor t your
application. The Application for Admission and
Recommendation Forms are found on pages 31
and 33, respectively. Corresponding envelopes
are enclosed for your convenience.
“ “
“"There is a place where a person feels
comfortable and where connections are made
that are everlasting memories to cherish with
others. Some people call it home; I call it
Summer Study at Penn State!”
Mark Barrasso, Melville, NY
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“ “The night before I left, I told my mom I
thought I wasn't going to have a good time. She
“
told me, I'm going to remember that for when you
get back, and you're going to tell me you had an
AMAZING time. And honestly, the minute I stepped
off the bus I wanted to be back at Summer
Study. It was truly the BEST SUMMER EVER!”
Casey Lassaw, New City, NY
To Begin the Enrollment Process
1. Mail a $95 non-refundable application fee along with
your completed Application for Admission Form on
page 31. Make sure to sign your name granting
permission for your guidance counselor to mail
or fax your current high school transcript to us
(Fax #: 631-424-0567).
2. Give your guidance counselor/college advisor/
teacher your suppor ting Recommendation Form
and envelope and request that they promptly
complete and for ward it to us along with your
current school transcript.
Note:
Do not wait for the completed Recommendation
Form and transcripts to apply. Enrollment is on a
rolling basis and space is LIMITED! Apply Now!!
Grades
ollege credit courses offered to 6 1⁄2 –week
C students are the ver y same courses offered to
freshmen and taught by the distinguished faculty at
Penn State. Most Penn State college credit courses
earn 3-4 credits and are taught Monday through Fri-
day for a sixty to ninety minute period. These cours-
es are graded on a traditional A, B, C, D or F grading
system. Penn State college credits are transferable
to most universities. Transcripts will be available
from Penn State upon written e-mail request and
payment of a nominal fee. Our Summer Enrichment
classes are held 5 times per week for 1 hour per day
and our Intensive Workshops/Special Features
Classes are held 5 times per week for 2 to 3 hours
per day. Enrichment classes/workshops are graded
P-passed, NP-not passed. For your permanent high
school record, we will send you a personalized letter
verifying your successful completion of our 6 1⁄2, 6,
3 1⁄2, or 2-week program at Penn State University and
a Certificate of Academic Achievement.
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Curriculum Choices
he appropriate college credit and enrichment
T class selections are an impor tant par t of any
academic program, whether it be a four year
commitment or a 2-week summer program. We
strongly suggest you give adequate thought to
the types of course and classes, the subject
matter, the extent of your interest and the degree
of dif ficulty inherent in each course. Parental
advice and input from your guidance counselor or
college advisor is recommended. Additionally,
our resident educators and staf f advisors will
assist you with course adjustments if necessar y.

61⁄2 -Week 312⁄ -Week 2 -Week

Curriculum Choices
Students must choose a college credit
course plus one non-credit offering.
Most college courses meet 11⁄2 hrs/day,
enrichment classes meet 1 hr/day, SAT
Prep meets 11⁄2 hrs/day, CSI meets 2 hrs/
day and Internships meet 2-4 hrs/day
Curriculum Choices Curriculum Choices
Students must choose a schedule which
fills at least 2 hrs/day. Most enrichment Workshops meet 3 hrs/day
classes meet 1 hr/day, SAT/ACT Prep and most enrichment classes
meets 3 hrs/day (11⁄2 hrs each for Math meet 1 hr/day
and/or Verbal), CSI meets 2 hrs/day
and Internships meet 2-4 hrs/day

1 College Credit Course + Full Kaplan SAT or ACT Prep 1 Intensive Workshop
Kaplan SAT Prep OR OR
OR 2 Enrichment Classes
1 Intensive Workshop +
1 College Credit Course + OR
1 Enrichment Class
1 Enrichment Class Math or Verbal Only SAT + 1 Enrichment Class
(July 3rd Session only)
OR OR
1 College Credit Course + Full Kaplan SAT or ACT Prep + 1 Enrichment Class For Workshops, see pg. 19
Internship OR For Enrichment Classes, see pgs. 16 -18
OR 3 Enrichment Classes
OR
1 College Credit Course +
CSI: Penn State Math or Verbal Only SAT + 2 Enrichment Classes
OR
For College Courses, see pgs. 12-13
For Enrichment Classes, see pgs. 16-18 CSI: Penn State + 1 Enrichment Class
For Internships & CSI, see pgs. 8-9 OR
1 Internship + 1 Enrichment Class
For Enrichment Classes, see pgs. 16-18
For Internships & CSI, see pgs. 8-9

6-Week Triple Play Curriculum Choices

Students must choose 1 Internship (pg. 9, second column),
1 Intensive Workshop (pg.19) & the Community Service Workshop (pg. 15)

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Summer Study Exclusives…
FORENSIC SCIENCE WORKSHOP:
CSI: Penn State
he victim never stood a chance;
Tburglarized in her own home.
People gathered around the body
lying face up on the floor. They
scribbled notes on legal pads and
discussed how to take samples
from the pool of fresh, red blood
around the body…
Enter, CSI: PENN STATE!
Crime Scene Investigation is one of the latest and hottest
topics. In this exciting intensive workshop, students will
recreate crime scenes, analyze all facts and reconstruct all
events leading to a logical conclusion. Students will be
exposed to the techniques and methods used in crime scene
units. In addition to class lectures, students will experience a
staged laboratory crime scene…a “hands-on” working
experience that will thrill everyone involved.
PSU forensic instructors will guide and challenge all students
in the CSI process. Heated discussions, debates, and varying
student conclusions will be mediated by PSU faculty. Students
learn the uses and processing of scientific evidence, and the
manner in which evidence is presented in court. This course is
capacity controlled.
Supplemental Cost: $150
A Professional College Advisory Service
our on-campus College Counseling Center
Y is a professional college advisory service
offered to Summer Study at Penn State
students. Our experienced staff of college
advisors bring years of college counseling
and student advisement to our program.
The college selection process can be overwhelming!
Personalized professional advice can ease the burden
of the application and selection process and ensure
successful placement. Selecting the RIGHT COLLEGE starts
with applying to the appropriate schools and finishes with
sufficient acceptances that allow YOU TO CHOOSE your
college. Working in one-on-one sessions,
Special Features
INTERNSHIPS – available to all 6 1⁄ 2 - week,
1
3 ⁄ 2 -week and Triple Play program participants
(enrollment is limited):
Sports Marketing
Sorganization.
tudents who participate in our sports marketing internship
will get “real life” work experience within a sporting
With Beaver Stadium, the Bryce Jordan Center
and Medlar Field (homes to the Penn State Nittany Lions
football, basketball and baseball teams) right on campus,
interns will go behind the scenes to learn what it takes to
market and manage a successful sports franchise. Areas
of involvement include ticketing/box office, event planning,
community relations, sales and more… If you are interested
in a career in sports but the “Hall of Fame” isn’t in your
future, this internship is a great way to gain valuable
experience in the sports marketing industry.
Childhood Development &
Education
T his internship is an opportunity for students to get hands-
on experience working with children in a state-of-the-art
daycare center on the campus of Penn State University. Each
intern will be paired with an experienced teacher to work
together on a daily basis. Through practice and observation,
interns will learn about early childhood and elementary
education while gaining an understanding of human
development and family studies. The goal of the Bennett
Center is “… to provide a supportive and nurturing
environment in which to nourish the minds and bodies of
children.” Now you can be a part of that wonderful process!
TV/Radio Production &
Broadcasting
W hat you see is not always what you get…just take a look
behind the scenes. In general, TV or Radio production is
a complex, expensive and highly collaborative process that
brings creative talent together with business interests. This
exciting internship opportunity, offered in conjunction with
6 1⁄2 -week
6-week
31⁄2 -week
WPSU, Penn State University’s very own Public Broadcasting TV
and Radio Stations, is available to a few highly motivated and
hard working individuals. Responsibilities may include
assisting with pre-production and location research, working
behind the scenes on various television shoots/radio
broadcasts and assisting with logs and transcriptions for post-
production. Interns must also be willing to help with
equipment & provide administrative support where needed. If
you’re good, you might even get to go “On Air”!
your personal college counselor will recommend
“safe,” “probable” and “reach” schools after
careful analysis of your:
• Academic Records • Interests • Goals •
School Size & Geographic Preference •
Scholarships • Athletic/Social/Financial
Interests Students will be scheduled for a series of 7 private
half-hour sessions to help match your academic abilities and
career aspirations with the college that best suits your
interests. While a series of private counseling sessions often
costs in excess of $1200, the 7 session cost is $395 .
Appointments will be conveniently scheduled around each
student’s daily program.
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 ARTS FESTIVAL
Arts Fest (JULY 13 – 17)
T he annual 5-Day, summer “Central Pennsylvania
Festival Of The Arts” is a kaleidoscope of
sights, sounds and seldom-seen things. When
the artists and craftsmen line the streets of the
campus and downtown, when the banners fly in
the summer breeze and music and laughter fill the
air…the ARTS FEST has begun! Thousands of
visitors bring their creative spirit to the festival for
an extraordinary array of visual and performing
arts. From the hundreds of unique booths
displaying leather-crafts, jewelry, clothing, painting,
pottery, woodcrafts from all of the country…to
food kiosks from around the world…to great live
concerts on the Old Main lawn…ARTS FEST IS
THE PLACE TO BE AND A GREAT TIME FOR
PARENTS TO VISIT!
Experience PSU At Its Best…AT ARTS FEST!

“ “Arts Fest is amazing at Penn

State. There is so much going on:
“
live concerts, street performers and
delicious food! It was great walking
around aimlessly with all my friends
and seeing all the unique artwork.”
Sydney Jacobs, Cincinnati, OH

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 Weekend Travel
Visit 3-7 of the
Most Popular
College Campuses
in the Northeast!

Fantastic The 3 Excursions and

7 Campuses Visited Are:
Weekend 1 Upstate New York
Trips!
our pre-college experience continues by visiting
Syracuse University,
Cornell University &
Ithaca College
Fun Stuff! Enjoy a night of Rock -n- Bowl, have a
Y universities and colleges within a 3 - 4 hour drive
from Penn State. Selecting the RIGHT COLLEGE is
blast at Knoebels, one of Pennsylvania’s most
exciting amusement parks. Enjoy the thrills of the
a major four-year commitment and numerous campus Fandango, Thrill Coaster, and Power Surge rides.
visits are essential to the college selection process. For the daredevils, try the newest and scariest ride
Visiting college campuses on our weekend excursions in the park, “The Twister” Roller Coaster!…Dinner to
(6 1⁄2, 6 and 3 1⁄2 - week students) will alleviate the follow and then its back home to Penn State.
burden of future family trips during the school year.
Visiting colleges on our weekend trips, creates a
leisurely, fun-filled and educational weekend off
campus. Overnight accommodations will be at first
class hotels, meals will be at local restaurants, and
2 Washington, DC/Maryland
George Washington University,
Johns Hopkins University &
University of Maryland
all activity fees will be included in your summer tuition. Fun Stuff! See the White
House, Capitol and
Students will receive a printed college profile about historic monuments in our
the schools visited. The profile will contain the nation’s capital, followed
necessary and important information about by dinner at DC’s famous
admissions standards, enrollment, faculty figures, UNION STATION. Visit
room and board fees, and application deadlines. Baltimore’s breath-taking
HARBOR PLACE, the
Fisherman’s Warf of the
east. Enjoy the festive
And Best of all, your Tuition Fee atmosphere, unique
shops and dinner at one
Includes all Weekend Travel... an of the delicious eateries.
If the schedule permits,
Exclusive Summer Study Feature! enjoy a Baltimore Orioles ballgame at the famed
Camden Yards, or a Washington Nationals game at
Nationals Park.

Pennsylvania: Hershey/Lewisburg
3 Bucknell University
Fun Stuff! Enjoy a full day and night at thrilling
HERSHEY PARK AMUSEMENT PARK, complete with
an unlimited ride pass INCLUDED

Note: Our 6 1⁄2 -week and Triple Play participants

will go on all 3 weekend trips. Our 3 1⁄2 -week
participants will select, either the Upstate NY
trip or the Washington DC trip. All participants,
regardless of their program, will spend a day at
Hershey Park Amusement Park.

`HERSHEYPARK and HERSHEY’S Product Characters are trademarks used under license to HERCO Inc.

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6 ⁄2 -Week College Credit Courses
PENN STATE UNIVERSITY
THREE (3) CREDIT COURSES
The following credit bearing courses are available for all 61⁄2 - week
Summer Study students. Penn State University reserves the right
to change course availability (add or delete courses) and alter
scheduling. An updated list of course offerings and a more
complete course description will be sent to all accepted
students in the Spring.
ANTHROPOLOGY
Biological Anthropology: The role of human biology and evolution in
culture, society, and behavior.
Cultural Anthropology: Beginnings of human culture; economic life,
society, government, religion, and art among traditional peoples.
ARCHAEOLOGY
Archaeology: Survey of basic approaches used by archaeologists to
interpret basic prehistoric human cultural patterns.
ART
The Visual Arts and the Studio: Introduction to the media, elements,
function, making, and meaning of visual arts today and in diverse his-
torical and cultural contexts.
Introduction to Drawing: Introductory experience in making of art
1
through drawing media; designed for non-majors seeking general
overview of studio practice.
Introduction to Digital Arts and Computer Graphics: This course
introduces digital art, design, and new media concepts using graphic
applications on the computer.
Introduction to Painting: Introductory experience in making of art
through painting media; designed for non-majors seeking general
overview of studio practice.
Introduction to Ceramics: Introduction to the concepts and tech-
niques fundamental to the making of pottery and ceramic sculpture.
ART HISTORY
Renaissance to Modern Art: Survey of Renaissance, Baroque,
Rococo, Romantic, Modern, and Contemporary art, with an emphasis
on painting, sculpture, and graphic arts.
ASTRONOMY & ASTROPHYSICS
Astronomical Universe: A survey through lectures on the bodies of
the solar system stars of our galaxy, galaxies of the universe, and the
universe itself, for non-science majors. The course emphasizes the
appearance and motions of the celestial bodies as well as their
structure and evolution.
BIOBEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Introduction to Biobehavioral Health: Introduction to an interdiscipli-
nary study of health, examining the interaction of biological processes
and behavior on health.
Drugs, Behavior and Health: Health aspects of use and abuse of licit
and illicit drugs; related social problems and prevention.
Health & Human Sexuality: An examination of human sexuality as it
relates to health.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Human Body – Form and Function: A general survey of structure and
function from conception through growth and reproduction to death.
Genetics, Ecology, and Evolution: The study of how living organisms
inherit their traits, how plants and animals evolved, and how they
now interact.
CHEMISTRY
Chemical Principals: Comprehensive general chemistry
course that introduces the students to the basic
principles of chemistry with an emphasis on the
relationships between the microscopic structure
and macroscopic properties of matter. The
principles are illustrated with a wide variety of
examples from the sciences, from engineering
and technology, and from every day life.
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COMMUNICATIONS
Effective Speech: Principles of communication, implemented through
presentation of speeches, with some attention to group discussion
and message evaluation.
The Mass Media and Society: Mass communication in the U.S.;
organization, role, content, and effects of newspapers, magazines,
television, radio, books, and films.
The Art of the Cinema: The development of cinema to its present
state; principles of evaluation and appreciation; examples from the
past and present.
COMPARATIVE LITERATURE
The Short Story: Lectures, discussions, readings in translation, with
primary emphasis on major writers of the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries.
CRIME, LAW AND JUSTICE
Introduction to Law: Introduction to law in society with a focus on
criminal law, judicial code, laws of sentencing and corrections,
criminal procedure.
Criminology: Explanations and measurements of crime; criminal law;
characteristics of criminals and victims; violent property, white-collar,
organized, and sexual crimes.
Introduction to the American Criminal Justice System: Overview of
the criminal justice system, including legal foundations, processing
and correction of offenders, extent and types of crime, victims.
ECONOMICS
Introductory Microeconomic Analysis and Policy: Methods of
economic analysis and their use; economic aggregates; price
determination; theory of the firm; distribution.
Introductory Macroeconomic Analysis and Policy: National income
measurement; aggregate economic models; money and income;
policy problems.
ENGINEERING DESIGN & GRAPHICS
Introduction to Engineering Design: Introduction to engineering design
through team-oriented design projects supported by communication
skills: graphically, verbally, and written.
ENGLISH
Basic Writing Skills: Intensive practice in writing sentences and
paragraphs and instruction in grammar, usage, and punctuation;
Designed for students with deficient preparation.
Introduction to Creative Writing: Practice and criticism in the reading,
analysis, and composition of fiction, nonfiction and poetry writing.
Rhetoric & Composition: Instruction and practice in writing expository
prose that shows sensitivity to audience and purpose.
GEOGRAPHY
An Introduction to Physical Geography: Survey and synthesis
of processes creating geographical patterns of natural resources,
with application of basic environmental processes in resource
management.
Elements of Cultural Geography: Locational analysis of changes in
non-Western cultures. Problems of plural societies, economic develop-
ment, population growth, and settlement.
“
“ “My college course was outstanding.
To sit with college kids and earn credits
while still in high school was outstanding!
I was so happy with this program.”
Billy Stern, Carmel, IN
 Making A World Of
World Regional Geography: Introduction to the world as an
interdependent community built from unique and independent
regions and nations.
HEALTH POLICY & ADMINISTRATION
Introduction to Health Services Organization: Examination of
social, political, economic, historic and scientific factors in the
development and organization of the medical care health services.
Consumer Choices in Health Care: Introduction to consumers'
role in health-care decisions, including health benefits, physician
and hospital choice, and end-of-life choices.
HISTORY
Family and Sex Roles in Modern History: Historical perspectives
on the Western family since 1500: gender roles, marriage,
sexuality, child rearing, and old age; emphasis on United States.
History of Fascism and Nazism: The study of right-wing totalitari-
anism in the twentieth century, with special emphasis on Fascist
Italy and Nazi Germany.
The Western Heritage I: A survey of the Western heritage from the
ancient Mediterranean world to the dawn of modern Europe.
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT & FAMILY STUDIES
Adolescent Development: Social, behavioral, and biological
development and intervention throughout adolescence.
Introduction to Human Development and Family Studies:
Introduction to psychosocial and family development at all stages
of the individual and family life cycle.
Infant and Child Development: Theory, research and methods of
social/behavioral/biological sciences related to developmental
processes and intervention during infancy and childhood.
INFORMATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Information People and Technology: The use, analysis and design
of information systems and technologies to organize, coordinate,
and inform human enterprises.
JAPANESE
Japanese Literature in its Cultural Context: Japanese literature
and film from classical through contemporary times, with attention
to changing cultural settings.
MATHEMATICS
College Algebra I: Quadratic equations; equations in quadratic
form; word problems; graphing; algebraic fractions; negative and
rational exponents; radicals.
Finite Mathematics: Introduction to logic, sets, probability.
Prerequisite: 2 units of high school mathematics.
General View of Mathematics: Survey of mathematical thought in
logic, geometry, combinatorics, and chance.
Plane Trigonometry: Covers the use of trigonometric functions,
solutions of triangles, trigonometric equations and identities.
MUSIC
Film Music: An introductory examination of music's role in
Hollywood narrative film from the classic era (1930s and 1940s)
to the present.
“
“ “I’ve been on plenty of summer
experiences, and this one blows them all
away! Nothing comes close to this program.”
Lindsay Blum, Boca Raton, FL
Difference
NUTRITION
Introductory Principles of Nutrition: The nutrients, food sources
and physiological functions as related to human growth and well
being throughout life.
PHILOSOPHY
Basic Problems of Philosophy: Introduction to central philosophical
themes, including the mind/ body problem, the existence of God,
ethical problems, the nature of reality.
Critical Thinking: Discussion of the validity, soundness, and fallaci-
es of everyday language use and reasoning; informal logic; and
manipulative arguments and propaganda.
Introduction to Philosophy of Law and Legal Ethics: Historical and
contemporary philosophies of law; concepts of responsibility,
property, rights, and justice; and ethical issues in legal practice.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
International Relations: Characteristics of modern nation-states
and forces governing their international relations; nationalism;
imperialism; diplomacy; current problems of war and peace.
Introduction to Comparative Politics: An introduction to the
study of comparative government and politics; normative/
empirical theories; government functions in modern societies;
representative structure and processes.
PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology: Introduction to general psychology; principles of
human behavior and their applications.
Introduction to Social Psychology: Research and theory on
topics including interpersonal attraction, aggression, helping,
attitudes, attribution, cooperation, competition, and groups,
from a psychological perspective
SOCIOLOGY
Introductory Sociology: The nature and characteristics of human
societies and social life.
Population and Policy Issues: Local, national, and international
population trends; basic techniques of demographic analysis;
population problems; implications for public planning and policy.
Social Problems: Current social problems such as economic,
racial, and gender inequalities; social deviance and crime;
population, environmental, energy, and health problems.
Sociology of the Family: Family structure and interaction; functions
of the family as an institution; cross-cultural comparisons
STATISTICS
Statistical Concepts & Reasoning: Introduction to the art and
science of decision making in the presence of uncertainty.
THEATER
The Art of Theater: Survey of the history, craft and art of the the-
atre to support an informed appreciation of theatrical events.
Fundamentals of Acting: Introduction to performance skills for
non-theater majors.
WOMEN’S STUDIES
Sociology of Gender: Interdisciplinary consideration
of the scholarly theories and research pertaining
to women's experiences and women's
status in contemporary
American society.
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 Achieve • Accomplish • Perform
Triple Play @ PSU...6 Weeks
Internship... 2 w ee ks

Exciting or ksh op ... 2 weeks

Intensive W munity Service ... 2 weeks

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EXCITING INTERNSHIPS
G ain real-life work experience by completing a 2-week
internship this summer through the Triple Play
program. Internships play a significant role in the lives
of high school students by enhancing strong teamwork
skills as well as individual responsibility. Participants
may choose an internship in either Childhood Development
& Education, Sports Marketing, or TV/Radio Production &
Broadcasting for 2 weeks of their Triple Play program
(more Eric
Photo Credit: information
Kravitz, Newon internship
York, NY possibilities
can be found on page 9).

INTENSIVE WORKSHOPS
all ‘em fun and exciting or call ’em thought provoking
Cand intellectual...Either way, these Intensive Workshops
will leave you feeling fulfilled and accomplished. Summer
Study Programs’ Intensive Workshops are geared for
participants to dive right into their choosen subject for 3
hours per day, 5 days per week, for 2 weeks. Find which
workshop suits your interest. We are sure at least one will
pique your curiosity (Intensive Workshops and descriptions
can be found on page 19).

COMMUNITY SERVICE
ur Triple Play Community Service Workshop is both
Ochallenging and rewarding. Students will obtain
community service hours by performing helpful and
productive tasks at and around Penn State. By lending
a “helping hand," students will gain an understanding
of how a small task can go a long way. Some of the
possible organizations students will work with are
Habitat for Humanity, the American Red Cross, the
Central Pennsylvania Arts Festival, and others. All
students will receive a certificate at the end of the
summer verifying the number of community service
hours completed.

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Enrichment 6 1⁄2 & 3 1⁄2 -Week Classes
These classes/workshops are taught by Summer Study instructors,
who are academically strong, upper-level undergraduates, graduate
students, graduates in the field, or university instructors. The enrichment
classes are designed to assist pre-collegians by offering opportunities
not generally given as part of the regular high school curriculum.
The following is a list of non-credit enrichment classes
offered in the 6 12⁄ , 3 12⁄ , and July 3rd session
of the 2–week program.
KAPLAN SAT/ACT PREP COURSE
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For nearly 70 years, Kaplan Test Prep and
N CA PUS
Admissions has helped students get a
higher score on their SAT/ACT exams and
M If capturing the perfect moment were easy, we would all be photographing
gain admission to the colleges of their choice. Reformatted for the
current SATs, Kaplan SAT training combines classroom instruction,
supplemental practice materials and simulated full-length practice
exams. Kaplan's unique combination of the highest quality study
materials, realistic testing experiences, and dynamic teachers and
tutors is unrivaled. After a diagnostic practice test, Kaplan generates a
personalized score report of each student’s strengths and weaknesses.
This score report is then used to help create a personalized study plan
for each student to maximize his/her study time. Working in small
groups, Kaplan instructors teach a comprehensive understanding of the
math, writing, and verbal skills tested on the SAT/ACT. The SAT course
uses a proprietary problem-solving approach, which immerses students
in the content and strategies needed to score higher on the SAT. With
Kaplan's SmartPoints™ system, students can make the most of their
time and scores. Administered under actual testing conditions, 3-4 full-
length exams provide invaluable practice of the learned test-taking
techniques as well as helping students overcome test anxiety. Class
work is supplemented with homework assignments, and teachers are
available for extra help on a regular basis throughout the course. A full
set of Kaplan SAT/ACT preparation books and flashcards for on-the-go
studying are included in the course tuition.
KAPLAN’S COLLEGE PREP ADVANTAGE, OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY TO
SUMMER STUDY PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS…
Kaplan’s SAT and ACT courses WORK! Summer Study students enrolled in
the full SAT or ACT preparation course will automatically be upgraded to
Kaplan’s College Prep Advantage at NO ADDITIONAL COST! Students will
receive...
•UNLIMITED access to Kaplan’s complete SAT and ACT prep courses, in
the classroom or online (take the courses as often as you like).
•PREPARATION for SAT SUBJECT TESTS (SAT II) and ADVANCED
PLACEMENT (AP) exams with Kaplan’s ONLINE study guides.
•A COLLEGE ADMISSIONS COURSE & PLANNER, Applywise, to help
organize and plan your college application process.
•A PERSONAL TEST ADVISOR to help map out your schedule of attack to
attend the best possible college/university.
•ACCESS to all of the above throughout your ENTIRE HIGH SCHOOL
career...3 to 4 years!
Supplemental costs:
$695 Both Verbal & Math SAT Preparation
(regularly $1,000 if taken in your home city)
$395 Verbal ONLY or Math ONLY SAT Preparation
(available to 31⁄2 -week students only)
$695 ACT Preparation (available to 31⁄2 -week students only)
ARCHITECTURE: PENN STATE WASN’T BUILT IN A DAY
Many factors go into how structures are designed and where they will be
erected. Using the areas on and around campus as a textbook, learn how
practicing architects develop their ideas into a structural reality. Become
more aware of the space around you, and determine if it is efficiently
being used. Instructors will teach you elementary concepts in aesthetics,
structures, building design, light and sound. Apply what you learn to a
small design project that utilizes your new skills.
BUSINESS AND MARKETING: YOU’RE FIRED!
Stop sitting around thinking about how you could easily be the next
“Apprentice” and start taking some action! Begin to understand the
interaction between buyer and seller, the role of the consumer, and
successful ways to act and react in professional situations. The class
is designed to be a hands-on lesson in developing a business plan in
today’s economy, including marketing strategies and campaigns. All this
will prepare you for hearing those two amazing words: “You’re hired!”
COMMUNITY SERVICE: VOLUNTEER TO VOLUNTEER
Get out of the classroom and involved in the community! Join your
instructor and classmates in extended projects on and around campus
that are beneficial to the community and enriching for you. This “feel
good” class will prepare a variety of activities targeting some social
concerns in the area. Give something back to those who are less
fortunate. In class, you’ll discuss the effectiveness of each project,
and how you have made a difference even after the summer ends.
Volunteers will receive a certificate of accomplishment. High school
credit is available.
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DEBATE: FIGHT TO BE RIGHT
Learn how to be right all the time, or at least sound like it. This class will
teach you public speaking, critical thinking and verbal skills that
will be helpful to you in any leadership role. In an open forum, deliberate
the social topics and current events that pertain to being a teenager
in today’s world. Learning to view issues from a different perspective
is crucial to arguing an idea accurately. Take your position, stand
your ground!
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY: SAY CHEESE!
models for magazines. Whether your style is Vogue or National
Geographic, the new, advanced technology of the digital camera can be
used to capture the essence of any moment! Explore camera use and
functions, cropping, lighting, and flash. Learn how to download photos
to your computer, back up your images, create slideshows and photo
collages, adjust coloration, e-mail and print photos, and have fun while
doing it! With PSU as a magnificent backdrop and faces in your program
from around the world, your photo memories will last a lifetime! Students
must bring a digital camera with necessary connection cables. Minor
supplemental costs for printing.
ENGINEERING: BRIDGE THE GAP
With the future in mind, instructors will introduce you to the “big four”
disciplines of engineering: civil, chemical, electrical and mechanical. Work
in teams and as an individual to visualize and design projects that briefly
explore other disciplines of engineering as well (biomedical, aerospace,
computer and environmental). Engineers build the world, and perhaps
you’ll help to make it a more functional place!
EXPOSITORY WRITING: YOU’VE GOT THE WRITE STUFF, BABY
Today’s assignment: Write an essay that will be your ticket into your dream
university. It isn’t an easy task to master the skills of writing effective
papers. This class will aid in the process of producing college-worthy
essays on assigned topics. Course material will include choosing a topic
on which to write, the organization of ideas, paragraph structure, and the
importance of proper spelling, punctuation and grammar. This class will
leave you feeling more confident in your academic papers, and in yourself.
FASHION AND DESIGN: CHANNEL YOUR INNER CHANEL
If the shoe fits, you need an entire outfit to go with it! Explore the latest
fashion trends in design, color and texture as you compare and contrast
the styles of famous men and women’s designers. Learn the process of
bringing a line from the drafting table to runway shows to magazine covers,
all while developing your own idea of exactly what comprises haute couture,
or “high fashion.” You will discover how designers combine form and fabric
to create the next “fad” that winds up in your closet.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Making the point to exchange bad health habits with positive methods
is essential for a successful life in college. (Ever hear of the “freshman
fifteen?”) This workshop will help you focus on improving your mind and
your body by examining your health holistically. On your journey you’ll
examine the relationship between your mental and physical states, and
find the balance that will bring you to your ideal health. This workshop
will teach you to enhance your overall wellness using yoga, aromatherapy,
stress, nutrition and physical fitness. Awareness is channeled through
discussions and out of class activities.
HISTORY OF ROCK ‘N ROLL: A to Z (AEROSMITH TO ZEPPELIN)
Do your parents get emotional about their Beatles records? Have you
bought the CD version of every album? Rock music has the capability to
influence generations of people. Listen to, analyze and discuss the impact of
this timeless musical genre. Examine the social impact that the music and
lyrics of Rock ‘n Roll have on today’s and yesterday’s youth. Come with your
ears and mind open, and leave with a head full of rock.
JOURNALISM/COMMUNICATIONS: STOP THE PRESSES
The source of a good news story always requires a bit of investigating.
See if you have what it takes to research, analyze and write accurate hard
news and feature stories “on deadline.” Learn the techniques, ethics and
guidelines that are used by even world-class journalists. Exercises and
assignments will introduce you to proper news coverage within our campus
community. Discuss the many different areas of print and broadcast media
(newspapers, magazines, radio and TV) and analyze the news presentation
for its informational value and fairness in reporting. Your class publication
of a student-run newsletter, the SSPS Press, and a trip to a local
newspaper add immensely to your journalistic experience.
“
“
“Without a doubt, the best summer ever. Spending
my summer at PSU was great. My SAT scores improved
greatly and my Psychology class was not only tons of fun
but educational as well! I hope to come back next year.
Lauren A. Brown, Nassau, Bahamas
 Enrichment
3 1⁄2 -Week Classes
In addition to the classes listed on page 16, the following
classes are also offered in the 3 1⁄ 2-week and July 3rd
session of the 2-week program.
ACTING: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE
Performing on a New York stage or a Hollywood movie set is a dream
for many and a reality for only a few. If a life in the spotlight is your
destination, then this class is a great stop along the way. This
introductory course provides students with a closer look into the world of
acting. Through scene work and monologues from a variety of plays and
time periods, students will be able to polish their acting techniques. Test
your stage presence through character development, improvisation, and
acting exercises. Perhaps you’ll be a “Tony” or “Oscar” winner one day!

ADVERTISING: IT’S ALL ABOUT SALES

Its not just in Times Square anymore….Almost everywhere you look
these days there is advertising. Go into the world of an ad agency and
learn what it takes to develop multi-million dollar campaigns for products
ranging from soda to cars. Take a deep look into print ads, radio spots,
commercials, public service announcements and movie trailers, and see
how they change the opinions of the public. You’ll even develop an
advertising campaign of your own! Remember: No hype, no sales!

ALGEBRA I, II: YOU CAN COUNT ON ME

A firm understanding of algebra is necessary in order to continue on to
more advanced levels of math. This class will improve your understand-
ing of the basic concepts of high school algebra using familiar drills and
exercises. Mind bending includes a review of basic geometric principles,
also fundamental in math. This class is especially helpful in preparation
for the math section of the SAT exam. Students must have completed
two years of high school math to enroll in this class.

ART: A COURSE OF A DIFFERENT COLOR ESL: ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

There was a time when Picasso had never picked up a paintbrush. This intensive class is designed for foreign-born students who want to
Maybe you’re destined to display your artwork alongside his! Instructors improve their English language skills. Participants will be individually
lead you in drawing and painting, while focusing on the importance of tested and assigned a personalized program. Emphasis will be placed on
composition, perspective and color. Self-expression leads to greatness! conversational skills as well as mastering English grammar, vocabulary,
Explore basic mediums such as pencil, charcoal and watercolor, while reading and writing skills.
cultivating your own unique style. Materials will be purchased by students
at a nominal cost.
GUITAR WORKSHOP: LIKE A ROLLING STONE
Learn the basic notes and chords that are the cornerstones for all
BIOLOGY IN OUR WORLD TODAY: ANSWERING LIFE’S QUESTIONS melodies. Have fun while learning how to read tablature and sheet
Learning the basics of Biology is a great start but do you ever wonder music. Students can bring their own guitars or rentals are available
how all that information affects your everyday life and the world around for $75 for the 3 1⁄2 week period.
us? This course will strengthen your current knowledge of biology and will
help you to understand how these concepts impact the world around us.
HEALTHCARE & TRENDS:
Through a combination of group activities, discussion and the reading of
PAGING DR. (YOUR NAME HERE)
scientific articles and current journals, learn how scientists are finding
the answers to life’s most important questions. Topics explored include Is your dream to wear a white
Cancer, H1N1 Flu, Stem Cells, Metabolism and much more! coat someday? This examination
of medical professions explores
the roles of doctors, nurses and
CALCULUS: WHAT’S YOUR FUNCTION? health care professionals in today’s
This is the perfect way to ease into college-level calculus so that society. Stimulating discussions
you don’t have a midlife crisis on the first day of class. You’ll know of current medical controversies
your stuff about functions, limits, analytic geometry, derivatives, include genetic engineering, the
differentials, and their applications as well as integrals and their pharmaceutical industry, health
applications. Students should have a strong math background having care reform, aged care, legalizing
completed 2 years of algebra and 1 year of geometry, and have a euthanasia and ethics. Learn about
working knowledge of pre-calculus concepts. the long journey to enter the medical
field… but don’t get sick!
COMPUTER ANIMATION: ANIMANIACS
Finding Nemo would be virtually impossible if computers couldn’t create
a world realistic enough for him to get lost in. With the latest software
packages at your fingertips, learn to bring your creative abilities and
computer knowledge to life. Instructors will guide you in producing short
animated projects using Macromedia Flash. Navigate through one of
computer technology’s most exciting areas, and experience the intensity
that filmmakers face when creating 2-D computer animation.

CREATIVE WRITING: WRITE AWAY!

Finally, a class where your mind has to wander! Inspired by entertaining
and constructive writing exercises, you will work on establishing a
distinct style, unique characters and sensible plot. You’ll explore the
creative styles of known authors, playwrights and poets, focusing mainly
on dialogue, theme and development of your own writing style. This
class is workshop-style, and has a great “hands-on” approach to writing.

“
“ “I wish I could go back, not to
change anything, but to do
it all over again.”
Marah Hallah, Damascus, Syria
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Enrichment 3 1⁄2 -Week Classes
LAW & THE JUSTICE SYSTEM: ONCE UPON A CRIME
This workshop is an introduction to careers in law and some specialty
fields such as criminal, real estate and entertainment law. Examine
the fundamental concepts within negligence, bankruptcy, copyright
and trademark law. Examine the American criminal justice system
and its attempt to curb violence, crime and civil disobedience.
Participation in a mock trial will give you an understanding of lawyers’
roles: investigation, research, advocacy, negotiation, trial preparation,
and dispute resolution.
MANDARIN CHINESE: AN INTRODUCTION
Interested in expanding your language base or setting yourself up for a
possible career abroad? Mandarin Chinese is the most widely spoken
language in the world with over 1 billion speakers. Explore this vastly
popular language from the ground up. Emphasis will be placed on the
fundamentals of Mandarin with attention to structure and the writing
system while focusing on tones, rules of phonetic spelling and
calligraphic techniques.
POP CULTURE: THAT’S HOT
Whether you are obsessed with Speidi, can’t get enough of Twilight,
or you are first in line to get the new Cosmo Magazine, this class is
for you. Explore the role of mass media in our society, the effects of
social influences, and the dynamics that exist between “users” and
“consumers.” Through discussion based classes, students will develop
a better understanding of the ever-changing world of mass media in our
information-addicted society. Sit back, relax and start studying in the
biggest classroom in the world!
PRE-CALCULUS: DON’T BE IRRATIONAL
The word might be frightening, but this course will make calculus far
less complicated than you thought it would be. Use this class to prepare
yourself for what’s to come in high school calculus classes. Topics to
be covered include equations, inequalities, functions and their graphs,
polynomial and rational functions, analytic geometry and complex
numbers. Sounds like Swahili, but really its just a numbers game!
PSYCHOLOGY: FREUDIAN FRENZY
Do you dream about mermaids and wonder why? Is some of your
“abnormal” behavior actually “normal?” This class examines the
major theories of human behavior, exploring experimental methods
and testing that psychologists use to study it. Discover what role
the brain plays in everyday situations, during sleep, on drugs and in
emergencies. Understand how psychologists classify and explain
various types of problems, and discuss their recommended therapies.
PUBLIC SPEAKING: SPEAK YOUR MIND
Someone once said that people are more afraid of public speaking
than death. With that in mind, learning to speak publicly will have a
greater impact on your education than any other skill. In this class,
you will learn to prepare and present a public address. We will discuss
different methods of addressing an audience, depending on the
situation, as well as many types of speeches (ie: Personal Statement
speech, Pet Peeve speech, Demonstration speech, Informative/
Explanatory speech and others). All students will not only present
their own work but will also be required to provide thoughtful and
comprehensive critiques on their classmates’ work. Who knows?
You might even learn to enjoy it!
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“There is no better preparation for
college than this summer experience. It’s got
it all: stimulating academics, staff to turn
to if needed, awesome activities, nightly
events, and weekend trips that are
“
valuable as well as fun!”
Freddy McNulty, Nova Scotia
SPANISH (CONVERSATIONAL): ¿HABLA ESPAÑOL?
The best way to improve your language skills is to speak it. Why take
the summer off from practicing? Use this class to continue working
on what you have already learned and practice using it through every
day conversations. The material in this class will cover vocabulary,
grammar, and expressions that are used in daily situations and
travel. NOTE: This class is best for students with 1 or 2 years
of Spanish instruction.
SPEED READING BY EVELYN WOOD: DO THE HUSTLE
Wish you could get through that tough required reading quicker and
easier? Learn to read faster, with improved comprehension. Double,
even triple your speed! Understand what you read, retain more,
process information more efficiently and reduce study time. And
with all that extra time, this valuable skill can also be applied to
leisure reading. Supplemental cost: $150
SPORTS FIGURES IN SOCIETY: BRING OUT THE ‘TIGER’ IN YOU
The role that most professional athletes play in America is not
limited to sports. Players like Venus Williams and Tiger Woods are
as valuable to advertisers as they are to tennis and golf. In this
class you’ll ponder the significance of being a rich, famous, talented
superstar and the responsibility it bears. Do these icons serve as
role models, and to what extent is preferential treatment acceptable,
especially in the legal system? Are superstar athletes overpaid, or
will you establish a deep understanding of why professional athletes
are paid “the big bucks?”
STUDY SKILLS: THE ART OF THE EXAM
Staying awake in class is usually just half the battle. Learn to take
thorough notes and use them well to prepare for exams. Practice
essential stress-reducing skills in preparing for and taking tests. This
class will also review concepts of time management and motivation
enabling you to learn how to balance the academic side of college
life with the social and personal pressures of your newly found
independence.
WEB PAGE DESIGN: HOME SWEET HOMEPAGE
The Internet serves more purposes than just downloading music. This
class gives hands-on experience in creating multimedia documents
suitable for distribution on the World Wide Web, primarily using HTML.
Advanced topics are introduced and demonstrated, including Javascript
and Java. By the end of the summer you’ll be able to show off all
of your Summer Study memories on your own web page! Background
information and theory at basic and intermediate levels will be covered,
however students should have a working knowledge of computers to
take this class.

THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF INTENSIVE WORKSHOPS
OFFERED TO ALL 2-WEEK AND TRIPLE PLAY STUDENTS.
IN ADDITION TO THE WORKSHOPS BELOW, STUDENTS IN
THE JULY 3RD 2-WEEK SESSION MAY ALSO CHOOSE 1
ENRICHMENT CLASS LISTED ON PAGES 16-18.
KAPLAN SAT PREP COURSE
For nearly 70 years, Kaplan Test
O There are many diverse elements present in a well-prepared college
N CA PUS
Prep and Admissions has helped
students get a higher score on their
SAT exam and gain admission to the M in your academic career by concentrating on the most important
colleges of their choice. Kaplan SAT training combines classroom
instruction, supplemental practice materials and simulated full-length
practice exams. Kaplan's unique combination of the highest quality
study materials, realistic testing experiences, and dynamic teachers
and tutors is unrivaled. After a diagnostic practice test, Kaplan
generates a personalized score report of each student’s strengths
and weaknesses. This score report is then used to help create
a personalized study plan for each student to maximize his/her
study time. Working in small groups, Kaplan instructors teach a
comprehensive understanding of the math, writing, and verbal skills
tested on the SAT. The course immerses students in the content
and strategies needed to score higher on the SAT. With Kaplan's
SmartPoints™ system, students can make the most of their time
and scores. Administered under actual testing conditions, 2 full-
length exams provide invaluable practice of the learned test-taking
techniques as well as helping students overcome test anxiety. A full
set of Kaplan SAT preparation books are included in the course tuition.
For a complete description of Kaplan's College Prep Advantage,
please see page 16.
Supplemental cost: $695 Both Math & Verbal SAT Preparation
(regularly $1000 if taken in your home city)
ARCHITECTURE: DESIGN, CREATE, EXPLORE
Get a taste of “architecture and design” in this hands on course!
Students develop an understanding of what it is like to actually be
an ARCHITECT! In this intensive workshop students learn first-hand
about the hard work and frustrations of becoming an architect. Working
to cultivate their very own design into a three-dimensional model,
students will develop projects, sketch work and have one-on-one
consultations with their instructor. The world of architecture will be
discovered through examples of texture, lighting, color, design and
layout through various interactive learning techniques including the
use of computer drafting and design programs. Students will also be
advised on how to create a compelling portfolio of creative work for
admissions into an architectural design program.
DIGITAL VIDEO/FILM EDITING: MOVE OVER SPIELBERG
Do you love movies? Are you attached to your video camera? Have
you been waiting for the opportunity to learn the technical components
of digital video editing? Don’t just WATCH movies, MAKE ‘em this
summer! This active program in film editing is designed to teach
students the many roles, skills and techniques involved in home-movie
production and even a possible career in the movie industry. Whether
out on the campus or inside the studio, all elements necessary in
filming, producing, screenwriting, directing, designing, editing, and
sound engineering come into play. Students will be able to work in
small groups to conceive and brainstorm their very own short film
using digital technology.
SPORTS MARKETING: FAME & FORTUNE
Why did the Public Relations director of the LA Rams become the
NFL Commissioner? How did a successful entrepreneur in computer
systems and internet media become owner of an NBA franchise?
This two-week workshop is designed two-fold: 1) to study sports
marketing and 2) how to break into the business through evaluating
the background of some prominent sports business figures. This
workshop will mainly focus on sports marketing topics while also
integrating other business disciplines into the course. This workshop
is designed to be a hands-on lesson in the unique world of sports
marketing including short lectures to establish new concepts and
theories, guest speakers, collaborative group work and it will
furthermore have a presentation to reinforce the concepts
learned to round out the workshop curriculum.
Intensive
2-Week &Triple Play
Workshops
HEALTH, FITNESS, AND NUTRITION: ONE HEART
Your seventh grade gym teacher may have told you that your body is
a temple- your teacher was right! Your body is made up of living cells
that must be treated with great care in order to stay healthy, fit,
and rid of disease. This intensive workshop will be divided into two
parts: 1) Overall health and nutrition, and 2) physical fitness. The first
part of each period revolves around in-class discussions of digestion
and vitamin absorption, carbohydrate, fat, and protein requirements,
food fads, diets, overall nutrition and additives. The second part of
each class period will concentrate on physical fitness. Workouts will
take place at “ The Lionheart Health & Fitness Center,” a 20,000 sq.
ft gym facility housing state of the art aerobic and weight training
equipment. You will learn about the body’s complex muscle groups
and different exercises that can be used on each muscle, the basics
of strength training, cardio exercise, and static stretching (yoga and
pilates). This class has a mandatory fee of $85 for the fitness
center membership.
COLLEGE BOUND: COLLEGE PREP!
applicant. This workshop will help you prepare for the next big step
elements: choosing the right school for you, the college essay,
applications, and interview skills. The first few classes will help
you narrow down your college search by identifying reach vs. safety
schools, discussing merits of size and location of college/universities,
strength of major, etc. This workshop will then delve into your
personal statement, a mainstay on almost all college applications.
You will write and critique your own personal statement until you
feel like it highlights your profile. The class will also discuss the
importance of the college interview and help you with the skills to
make it feel easy and devoid of stress. You’ll work on eye contact,
typically asked questions and ways to avoid common pitfalls. This
is a perfect workshop for rising juniors and seniors.
DANCE: SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE?
This two-week dance intensive course is designed for the experienced
and novice dancer. Dance styles learned vary from smooth steps of
ballroom to hot steps of Latin dancing. We will learn a variety of step
patterns in dances, such as cha-cha, fox trot, waltz, samba, tango,
and even salsa. The instructor will also emphasize the technical,
musical, and partnership elements that will help you look good on any
dance floor. In addition, students will reinforce or learn fundamental
principles of all dance styles, which includes balance, strength,
stamina, and performance. Whether you have hopes to be a
professional dancer or a desire to actually know what to do on
a social dance floor, this class can help you! Boys and girls are
strongly encouraged to enroll.
ART: BETWEEN THE LINES
Jackson Pollock once said of art, “It’s all a big game of construction,
some with a brush, some with a shovel, some choose a pen.” Pollock
is correct in his comment—there are lots of medium in the art field,
and lots of ways to show off. Use this intensive workshop to help find
your artistic spirit and medium. We will delve right into self-expression
using printmaking, drawing, painting, clay sculpture, glasswork, jewelry,
and pottery making to tell our stories. Besides personal expression,
we will take a brief look into art history and discuss some of the great
artists work, past and present. Come explore your inner creativity
using two- and three-dimensional based media.
GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS: D.C. BOUND
Prepare yourself for a future in politics, law, or leadership with this
special intensive workshop. Our class will start with an introduction
to American government to give you a firm background in the subject.
We won’t just study history; we’ll discuss real world issues that are
currently affecting our modern society. From there we will discuss
the law and judicial system in the United States to enhance your
knowledge. Later in the workshop we will concentrate on debate and
public speaking so we can continue to build you into a future leader
of the world. For a more hands-on feel, we’ll practice giving speeches,
debate hot topics, and put together a plan for a better future. If you
have interest in government or leadership, or just loving public
speaking, this is a workshop you will not want to miss.
COMPUTER GAME DESIGN: GOT GAME!?
This exciting workshop will give you the opportunity to have hands-on
experience at designing computer video games. You will get to make
your own video game using some of today’s top technology programs.
You’ll also learn about the history of computer games, and about
the latest in gaming including: “Dance Dance Revolution” and
“Guitar Hero.” Don’t miss this opportunity to really show off your
creative side, and take home a copy of your very own produced
computer game.
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All applications and recom-
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“ “I was able to get a terrific
lesson in time management while able
to enjoy the sports, relaxation, and
fun that I was looking for this summer.
This experience and the friends I
have made I will remember forever.”

Curriculum
Richard Rosario, Doral, FL

We believe that all of our students should have the same

evaluated by our Summer
Study admissions committee
for final acceptance (see forms
on pages 31 & 33). The criteria
for acceptance is not based
purely on academic performance. Our Admissions
Committee is also looking for friendly and well-mannered
students who possess a desire to learn and grow.
Envelopes are enclosed for you to use when submitting your
Application for Admission and Recommendation Forms.
To Start the Enrollment Process:
1.Mail a $95 non-refundable application fee along
with your completed Application for Admission
(found on page 31) or complete the application
online at www.bestsummerever.com (a credit card
may be used for online applications).
2.Give your teacher, guidance counselor, or advisor the
Recommendation Form (found on page 33) along with
the pre-addressed envelope and request that he/she
promptly complete and forward the Recommendation
Form to us along with your most recent report card.
academic opportunities. Though interests may vary, all
students are required to take the same number of
classes. All students will attend 2 classes per day.
Students attending for 4 weeks will select 2 classes for
the first 2 weeks of the summer and 2 different classes
for the second 2 weeks. Classes fall into 4 categories…

The Smarts

The Arts

Physical Ways

Lazy Days
Each class is 2 hours long and meets 5 days a week,
Monday through Friday. Students must select 2 preferred
classes (any combination of categories is fine) and 2
alternate classes per session. While we will make every
effort to accommodate students in their preferred classes,
we cannot guarantee all preferred choices. In the spring,
we will mail you a “Class Selection Form” to make your
enrichment class selections.
Grades are given on a Pass, No Pass basis and do not
affect students’ permanent school records. Summer
Study Programs will send you a personalized Certificate
of Academic Achievement at the end of the summer.

INGREDIENTS FOR SUCCESS...

• Start with PSU’s REPUTATION – Penn State University is a
very special place…a “Big Ten” college campus with faculty
and facilities that are the upper crust of the academic world.
One out of every 120 people who hold a baccalaureate
degree in the United States is a graduate of Penn State.
• Add SUMMER STUDY’s REPUTATION – We invite you to
ask the thousands of alumni who have attended one of
our programs in past years.
• Mix in VARIETY… IT’S THE SPICE OF LIFE – If the
“been there, done that” feeling of camp is getting too dull,
Summer Study will open your eyes to new and exciting
opportunities, events, activities, trips and more!
• Stir in WORLD RENOWNED RECREATIONAL FACILITIES –
your jaw will “hit the floor” when you see all that PSU has
to offer for basketball, tennis, soccer, volleyball, golf, and
more (see page 5 for more details).
• Combine SAFETY & SUPERVISION – set in rural
Pennsylvania, State College is self contained and safe for
any age student. The town of State College is located just
footsteps away from our exclusive use residence hall. In
addition, our Directors and Staff Advisors are available
anytime of the day, 7 days a week for students and are
a phone call away from parents.
• Blend GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT – Students completing
8th grade are at a major crossroads in their lives. A
significant part of a student’s summer includes becoming
more self-motivated and accepting of responsibility. In the
long run, the lessons learned at PSU will foster the growth
and development needed to be successful in the upcoming
challenges of adolescence.
• Build EXCITEMENT – In order to learn effectively, students
need to be interested and excited about the subject
material. Through interactive workshops and hands on
enrichment classes, our students look forward to class
each and every day.
• Carve FRIENDSHIPS – We are very proud of the diversity of
our Summer Study participants. Last summer, students
from more than 40 US states and 27 foreign countries
attended Summer Study programs.
• Serve A TRULY ALL-INCLUSIVE SUMMER – At Summer
Study, we want every student to have the same wonderful
experience. To that end, we include all aspects of the
program in one all-inclusive tuition!
Yields: 1 great summer!

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 Campus Life

The Ultimate College Town
Located directly across the street from the Penn State campus
is the quaint, yet upscale college town of State College. This
fabulous college town revolves around the university and
enthusiastically caters to the needs of its student population.
From fast food to gourmet restaurants…from local fashion
boutiques to larger national chain stores…from coffee houses
to bookstores… from video arcades and dance clubs to play-
houses and movie theaters…State College is truly the
Ultimate College Town!
Middle School
Delicious Dining
Our attractively furnished dining facility serves 3 meals per
day during the week with brunch and dinner served on week-
ends. Your residence hall is just steps away from our dining
hall where students will have access to delicious “all-you-can-
eat” meals. All meals are prepared fresh daily and creatively
planned by nutritionists. In addition to the hot entrees served
at every meal, students may also choose from salad bars,
veggie bars, deli meats, pastas, cereals and plenty of other
food choices. Our community of middle school students will
mingle and socialize with one another and our staff advisors
at mealtime. While there, be sure to try the FRESHEST and
CREAMIEST ice cream in the east…made daily at the
Penn State Creamery on campus (where Ben & Jerry got
their start).

Health and Safety

Health and safety is of utmost importance to Summer
Study Programs! Twice daily, one of our designated
Medical Coordinators will escort any ill students to the
on-campus University Health Center for physician attended
medical attention. Our Medical Coordinators act as a liaison
and will contact parents prior to treatment, if necessary,
and/or as soon as a student has been discharged from the
health center to update them on a student’s diagnosis,
progress, and/or other important information. Communication
is key…to that end, a Medical form (sent to you in the spring)
must be completed and signed by both the parent/guardian
and physician prior to the start of the summer and will be
kept in the health center with insurance and emergency
contact information.
All Middle School Enrichment students live in one dedicated
residence hall along with our staff advisors and directors (on
duty 24/7). By living together, we are able to provide for the
safety and security of all our students. Access to all
residence hall entrances at Penn State are electronically
controlled and all visitors must be announced. Our Summer
Study office is located on the main level of the residence hall,
allowing us to visibly monitor students, staff and visitors.
Students are free to walk the beautiful Penn State campus
but are required to be in small groups with a Staff Advisor if
going into town.

The Residence Hall and Your Room

Each room is equipped with the comforts of home in
spacious, furnished doubles (2 students per room). For
best possible roommate matching, we carefully review
“Roommate Survey” forms completed by students in the
spring. Matching is done by pairing same gender/age/grade
students who respond similarly to various hobby, habit-
oriented, and like/dislike type questions. Each room has
2 beds, 2 desks, 2 dressers, 2 closets, 2 chairs and even
a refrigerator, freezer and microwave oven! Washers and
dryers are on every other floor and staff will be happy to
“give lessons” to first-timers.
Social time is important…to foster friendships and
growth, our dorms are equipped with recreation rooms
(i.e. billiards, foosball, ping pong), TV rooms (nightly
movies and competitive gaming tournaments) and lounges
(discussion groups, crafts, board games). Your residence
hall this summer will be your home, away from home!

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Fun... Fun... Fun...
STONE VALLEY/WHIPPLE DAM
RECREATIONAL AREA:
Spend a full afternoon basking in the sun –
at Stone Valley/Whipple Dam you‘ll be able
to enjoy a lazy day on the shores of the
72-ACRE LAKE with beaches, boating,
volleyball, hiking, hayrides & bonfire.

DORM WARS (our version of COLOR

WAR) - From competitive play to silly
games, this event‘s got it all! All Summer
Study participants will be split into teams
for a full day of competition. Field games,
exciting events, sports competitions and
team spirit will make the wining team
stand out above the rest.

ARTS FESTIVAL! (July 13 – 17)

Pennsylvania‘s annual 5-day summer “Festival of the Arts” is a kaleidoscope of
sights, sounds and seldom-seen things. During the Arts Fest Weekend, artists
and craftsmen line the streets of downtown State College and the Penn
State Campus displaying a variety of artistic works.
When banners are flying in the summer breeze and
free concerts are heard on “Old Main“ lawn,
visitors know that the ARTS FEST has
begun! Summer Study parents are
invited to visit during this exciting
weekend. Students proudly show
their parents around the campus and town to see all that Arts Fest has to
offer. From the hundreds of unique stalls displaying jewelry, paintings,
sculptures, woodwork, leather goods, home decorations, and more from
all over the country... to food kiosks from around the world... to great
performances all around... ARTS FEST IS THE PLACE TO BE!
HERSHEY PARK — Fun...Fun...Fun! We’re off for a full day and evening at
exciting HERSHEYPARK AMUSEMENT PARK. Enjoy all the thrilling rides and
attractions using your UNLIMITED RIDE PASS INCLUDED for this fun day.
Take a tour of the chocolate factory and see how those Hershey Kisses are
made! It‘s an outstanding day had by all, where students can “check their
brains at the gate” and just have fun!

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Middle School Enrichment
CLASS CHOICES – Final class selections will be made in
the spring using the “Class Selection Form.” At that time,
students will choose 2 classes per session from the lists
below. Each class has a code (1a, 1b, 2a or 2b), which
indicates when it is offered (first two weeks (1) or second
two weeks (2), morning (a) or afternoon (b)). Your chosen
classes must “fit” into your daily schedule. Be sure to give
adequate thought to the classes in which you would like to
enroll. HINT: Look through all of the classes and pick the
one class that interests you the MOST. Depending on when
that class meets, you can then more easily pick your other
class to complete your schedule.
ARTS
THE
Drawing – Drawing projects will include man-made objects,
2-point perspective, 3 different views of a stationary object,
and a landscape (1a)
Improv Theater – From Shakespeare to Stand-up… this
class has it all…Students will explore the art of improvisation-
al theater and acting. Students will showcase a “Mini-
performance” at the end of each session (1b)
Painting – Who is your favorite painter? Pick a painter and
try to recreate his or her work during this introductory class in
watercolor painting (2b)
Photography – Technology is ever-changing…learn the basic
principles of how to use a digital camera in order to survive in
the world of digital photography (1a, 2a)
“In order to be successful in life, we must
first believe that we can be successful!”
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THE S
Basic Computers – Get a leg up on your peers as you learn
how to create effective spreadsheets, word documents, power
point presentations and more (1a, 2b)
Creative Writing – Students will read and discuss famous
short stories, poems and creative pieces, then create their
own (1b)
Debate/Public Speaking – This dynamic and interactive
class will allow you to feel more confident and put your worries
aside when speaking in front of a group (1a, 2b)
Expository Writing – Learn the necessary skills for writing
an effective paper including sentence structure, punctuation,
syntax, grammar and proper essay design (2a)
Law – This class will introduce several career options for
lawyers (entertainment, criminal and real estate law) as
well as provide a basic examination of the criminal justice
system (1b, 2a)
Phun Physics – How did they do that? Seeing and/or figuring
out how things work is not only interesting but also a lot of fun.
This non-math based class is full of hands-on demonstrations
and is sure to be exciting (1b, 2a)
Psychology – This class examines the major theories of
human behavior, exploring experimental methods and
behavioral testing that psychologists use (1a, 2b)
Speed Reading – Learn to read faster and improve your com-
prehension as well…double, even triple your speed (1a, 2b)
Supplemental cost: $150
Study Skills – Learn to take thorough notes and how to use
them to prepare for exams. This class will also review the
important concepts of time management and motivation,
both of which will help you to balance academics with non-
academic interests (1b, 2a)
 Classes

Schedule
Hip-Hop Dance – Impress your friends when you get home
with all your new moves! After this instructional class, you will
certainly be the one everyone is watching at upcoming parties
(1b)

DAYS
LAZY
Jogging – Want to stay fit? Need to get ready for the upcom-
ing fall track season? Want to see the entire Penn State cam-
pus? Then this is the class for you. Students will average 2-3
miles per day and are guaranteed to get
in better shape! (2a)
Tennis – Small-group instruction with experienced teaching Chess – Learn the basic rules, moves,
pros will allow students to develop skills, practice techniques game theory and strategy of chess.
and enjoy competitive play with their peers (1a, 2a) Students will engage in tournament
Supplemental cost: $100 and competitive play (1b, 2a)
Yoga/Pilates – It’s as easy as follow the leader. Instructors Guitar – Learn basic guitar notes,
will help you become stronger, healthier and more flexible dur- chords, tablature and how to read
ing this beginner class (2b) sheet music. Students may bring
their own acoustic guitar or rent a

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guitar for the class (1b, 2b)

SICA Guitar Rental Fee: $75

PHYWAYS
“There’s Something About
Harry”…Harry Potter that is – It’s the
most successful teen novel series of all
time…it deserves its own class. Share
your thoughts on the famous J.K.
Rawlings series in this intriguing,
discussion-based class (2b)
Magic – While you won’t be able to make your room clean
itself, you will be able to impress your friends with basic card
tricks, slight of hand and the art of diversion (1a)

Choose Your Schedule:

1a 1b 2a 2b
First 2 weeks – AM First 2 weeks – PM Second 2 weeks – AM Second 2 weeks – PM
Computers Chess Chess Computers
Debate Creative Writing Expository Writing Debate
Drawing Dance Jogging Guitar
Magic Guitar Law Harry Potter
Photography Improv Theater Photography Painting
Psychology Law Physics Psychology
Speed Reading Physics Study Skills Speed Reading
Tennis Study Skills Tennis Yoga

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Speak Out...
E-mail & Note Pad Comments
“I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I applied to Summer Study at Penn State.
I quickly realized that the experience was going to be one that I would remember for the rest
of my life. From going to Club Indigo with the entire program, to just hanging out in the
dorms with the best bunch of guys, I enjoyed every aspect of this amazing experience.”
Nicolas Dee, Redding, CT
“This program made me a more independent person and helped me prepare for the life-skills
needed in college. I met amazing people from around the world and loved every minute of
the program. I will surely miss everyone. Lastly, I learned to be a go-getter and strive for
wants important in life!” Madison Pappas, New York, NY
“This program was by far the best experience I ever had to prepare me for college. Although
I only was able to attend 2 weeks, I still gained confidence socially and academically.”
Isabella Peters, Dorchester, MA
“SEPS has given me the best summer of my life. The people I have met change my life and will
be in my thoughts throughout college and beyond. The staff only made the summer better.”
Adam Goldberg, Hillsborough, NJ
“An enlightening experience both in and out of the classroom. My friends and floor-mates
left me with priceless memories from the summer that I will cherish for the rest of my life.”
Nilesh Dialani, St. Maarten, Neth. Antilles
“This was one of my most amazing experiences ever. I met so many wonderful people and I
plan to stay in touch with them for a long time.” Amanda Tischler, Jericho, NY
“This summer was amazing mainly due to friends and staff. I hope you are able to find staff
every year as awesome as the staff from this past summer.”
Jordan Elkin, Tenafly, NJ
“I loved the time we had to bond with our new friends from all over the world.”
Jennifer Perez, Corona, CA
“This program was amazing and the opportunity of a lifetime. I would do it all again
without even thinking twice. I learned so much, grew as a person, and matured in terms of
my independence.” Jessica Hirschberg, River Vale, NJ
“One of the greatest summers of my life…Definitely 5 STARS. I will remember this
experience forever. Everyone was kind, friendly and so nice, making the experience that
much easier from the start. SSPS ROCKS!” Rori Kotch, Weston, FL
“The time I spent at Penn State was unforgettable. If I didn’t come to PSU, I would have just
been wasting my time. Instead, I was lucky enough to learn, create friendships, enjoy my
time and have memories to look back on for the rest of my life. I feel so much more
prepared for college, thanks to Summer Study.” Chris Melchione, Woodbury, NY
“I had the best summer and met so many unbelievable friends I will never forget.”
Josh Brenner, Southampton, PA
“I loved Penn State and Summer Study! It’s like a home away from home!”
Alex Selden, Huntington, NY
“I would absolutely recommend this program to anyone. I’ve learned how to be independent
and how to live in an academic community. Now that I’ve decided to make Penn State my
#1 choice for college, I might even come back to Summer Study next year.”
Briana Adams, St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.
“This was the greatest summer of my life! The kids were great, the staff was awesome and
there was always something to do if we wanted.” Matt Sokol, Melville, NY
“Summer Study was a great experience and gave me a first-hand look at what college will
“Summer Study was a lot of fun. The activities as well as the classes were great. The
program also does a lot to create new, everlasting friendships. I made some really close
friends while on the program. It was the best summer ever.”
Teresa Dierks, Germantown, MD
“I arrived to Penn State expecting a lot from what I read…the reality is that the program blew
away my expectations! It was AMAZING! I met a lot of people, got involved, and had an
awesome time.” Lauren King, Miami, FL
“What an outstanding experience. The staff, the activities, the kids from all over, and Penn
State’s campus were all amazing.” David Haime, Roslyn, NY
“My experience in the summer enrichment program at Penn State was awesome! I am
definitely coming back next summer!” Samantha Markle, Alexandria, VA
“When I signed up to join this program I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was afraid that I
wouldn’t make friends or have any fun. But I quickly realized both were untrue. The friends I
made and the experiences I had could not be put into words. Throughout the 6 1⁄ 2 weeks, I
found there was never a time that I was bored or unhappy. There was always something fun
planned for us when we got out of class. I am so glad I decided to come to this program. I
will never forget the friends and memories.” Beryl Perron-Feller, Bayside, NY
“I have to admit, I started this program with a less than enthusiastic attitude…but that
quickly changed! Penn State grew on me so quickly in just 6 1⁄ 2 weeks. I was sad to go
home! But, now I am looking forward to college!” Tom Bellaro, Matawan, NJ
“Overall, a great experience. I will miss the amazing staff and night activities. I made the
most amazing friends!” Adam Schecter, Ridgefield, CT
“Summer Study at Penn State was a memorable experience filled with excitement and
friendships that will last a lifetime!” Reid Lacognata, Morganville, NJ
“This summer was a unique and great experience. I met amazing people, formed solid
friendships and learned a lot from my classes.” Michael Forte, Birmingham, AL
“SEPS was a great way to not only learn and improve on various exciting subjects, but also
enjoy myself while in a learning environment.” Natasha Mendal, Stowe, VT
“AMAZING SUMMER! One of the best experiences of my life!”
Sarah Zichlin, Jericho, NY
“I can honestly say that I’ve never made such amazing friends or had such an amazing time
in a summer program. The summer flew by so quickly; I can’t believe its over. This program
was a life changing experience that helped me grow so much as an individual. I feel much
more comfortable taking on college in the near future.”
Alexa Holzberg, River Vale, NJ
“I took so much away from this experience and I am extremely grateful for everything I
learned from the program, the directors and the staff. Thank you!”
Cynthia Kent, Cooperstown, NY
“Within the first ten minutes here I felt as though I made lifelong friends.”
Lana Rimboym, Highland Park, IL

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actually be like. I met a ton of great people and staff during my 6-week experience and it
flew by soooo quickly.” Jerry Bannon, Carbondale, PA “Because of my experience here, I now have so many new friends, experiences, and
memories. I have become much more self-confident and sufficient…all in all, much more
This summer was definitely a summer to remember! Amazing friends, unforgettable prepared for college!” Amanda Levine, New City, NY

to coast
memories and tons of laughs…and all that with college credits too! Summer Study
was amazing!” Carly Rosen, Dix Hills, NY “This summer was amazing. I got to meet people from all around the world and understand
what is different between their world and mine. Summer Study has helped me to enrich

different
my life not only academically but in a “real life” setting. It has me build my confidence
“It was the best summer ever. I made many great friends, saw how it is to be in college, and allowed me to experience life on my own before I am actually alone at college.
and worked well to manage my time…a very good experience!” It is an experience to remember.” Jessica Bursten, Bellaire, TX,

lands!
Karina Gabela, Quinto, ECUADOR
“I really had a great time and also learned a lot from my classes. I made great friends
whom I hope to keep for many years. I received a very worthy educational experience and
believe it will benefit me for the better in college.” Jonathan Blanc, New York, NY
“Summer Study has been an amazing
experience that we will never forget. The
friends we made and the things we
learned here will truly last a lifetime.
SSPS will always be in our hearts!”
Olivia Spector,
Westchester, NY and
Nicole Roth,
North Caldwell, NJ
“BEST SUMMER EVER! I got to try all of these new activities that I would have never gotten
a chance to try at home.” Sherilyn Gould, Plainview, NY
“This has been one of the best summers of my life. It was an amazing experience and
believe it or not, I learned a great deal too!” Erica Weisman, Dresher, PA
“The Summer Study Program not only presented a plethora of opportunities for me, but also
allowed me to grow and learn at the same time.” Marc Jacobs, Fairfield, CT
“I will remember this summer for the rest of my life! It was the perfect blend of enriching
classes, preparation for college and supervision. I will always keep in touch with my
new friends!” Amanda Kleinberg, Westchester, NY
“My experience at Summer Study last year was for 2 weeks…this year I came back for 3 1⁄ 2
weeks…next year, 6 1⁄ 2 weeks! Best Summer Ever!” Joey Ferrero, Tokyo, JAPAN
“It was the most fun, funny and entertaining summer I’ve ever experienced. I especially
loved the creative and exciting activities planned each day and night.”
Shabias Wright, Riverdale, NY
“I loved PSU and the friends on my floor. Summer Study at Penn State has been the best
summer program I’ve every been a part of. The people were so amazing and I will sadly
miss them.” Clara Perez, Old Greenwich, CT
“My experience was not only amazing, it was life-changing. So many wonderful friends and
even better memories which have helped prepare me for college.”
Harley Dinetz, Pomona, NY

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“ “I loved how I could become friends
with everyone, gain a valuable social
experience, and add to my future
college years, all in one fantastic program.”
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Paulina Roman, San Antonio, TX
 The #1 Choice
What our Alumni Say
“Best Summer of my Life! I wish I could go back and stay there forever.”
Carolina Reyes, Trujillo Alto, PR
“This has been an outstanding summer! All of the staff were amazing and the people I’ve met
I will keep in touch with forever.” Felicia Silber, Tenafly, NJ
“The Summer Study program was just what I needed to get a feel for college life. Becoming
independent is more easily said than done, and this program helps put that into perspective. I
would definitely recommend the program. It was a summer experience I will never forget.”
Audrey Neumann, Carversville, PA
“I had a lot of fun, made some new friends and also met up with some old ones who
happened to attend.” Perry Dunetz, Dix Hills, NY

Some of thvoeiceexscitferdom the past!

“It was a great opportunity to meet people from all over the globe.”
Betty Benacin, Paris, FRANCE
“This was the best summer of my life. It was a great taste of college and I cant wait to
recommend it to everyone I speak with.” Matt Achenbaum, Melville, NY
“Simply put, It was an amazing experience. I participated in as much as I could and in just
“This summer gave me the opportunity to grow as a person and a student. I met great 3 1⁄ 2 short weeks, I have memories to last a lifetime.” Karla Salas, Chicago, IL
people and created lasting friendships. This has been a summer to remember.” “Thank you for this incredible journey.” Steff Hettinger, Montvale, NJ
Greg Kahan, Los Angeles, CA
“It was an incredibly unique experience. I was able to interact with different cultures, new
“My summer was UNFORGETTABLE. I made friends who will never forget and wouldn’t want people and learn about college in the USA. Definitely one of the best summers I have ever had.”
to change a thing about my summer experience.” Helena Rosen, Armonk, NY Gabriel Nobrega, Sao Paulo, BRAZIL
“I truly had the best summer ever. I made a lot of friends and learned a lot about myself.” “I had a great time at Summer Study. I loved the classes and getting to meet new people and
Megan Gassel, Country Club Hills, IL make new friends. I only wish that I could have stayed longer because I felt there so was so
“I arrived to this program with no expectations, no familiarity with PSU, and no friends… much more still to do.” Chris Warner, Chevy Chase, MD
I could not believe how much I’d grow up in the coming weeks. This program gave me the “Summer Study allowed me to grow as a person through tons of great and new experiences.
push needed to be an independent and successful student in college. Meeting lots of I gained a sense of independence and the opportunity to meet new friends who I’ll keep in
people from around the world and various backgrounds was my favorite part of the program. touch with for a lifetime.” Gabrielle Groh, Woodcliff Lake, NJ
I have grown from a teen to a man thanks to Summer Study.”
Matty Zaretsky, Upper Saddle River, NJ “My summer at this program has been by far the most productive and entertaining summer in
my life. Never before have I enjoyed an educational program so much.”
“Excellent program! Fully qualified staff, fantastic friendship making opportunities, enriching Angel Perez, Bayamon, PR
academics and fulfilling activities…The best possible experience to be had in the summer!”
Alex Okin, Manhasset Hills, NY “Great Program! When I was told this would be the best summer of my life, I was skeptical –
but it literally was.” Danny Kane, Merion, PA
“I made so many friends and memories here. I’ll always remember Summer Study at PSU!”
Hannah Flah, Tequesta, FL “They say in high school ‘you can either sink or swim.’ At Summer Study, I learned a greater
sense of responsibility, how to handle obstacles, how to make new friends and, best of all,
“The people I met quickly became friends and later became family.” how to have a great time. Not only did I swim but I won the race!”
Kayla Epstein, North Woodmere, NY Lauren Howard, Houston, TX
“Summer Study delivered what it promised…Growth, Learning, Friendships and an exciting “This experience was amazing. I learned a lot of good information about college and about
college town. Thank you to all the directors, administrators and staff who put this together.” myself. I gained a whole lot of memories, knowledge and friends. I truly believe that the
Pranav Bijlani, St. Maarten, NETH ANTILLES people I met there will be close friends of mine for a long time.”
“This was the greatest 3 1⁄ 2 weeks of my life. I would have loved to stay longer!” Liv Elise Hammer, Oslo, NORWAY
Taylor Lee, Pittstown, NJ “This was an experience of a lifetime. I met so many nice, warm-hearted people from so
“I’m so happy I came for a second year. It was just as great as the first summer at many different backgrounds. There were always so many fun activities to participate in and
Penn State.” Cameron Coy, Portland, OR friends who will keep in touch forever.” Allison Fisher, Towaco, NJ
“The Summer Study programs gave me the best of both worlds by reaping the benefits of my “I hope I can come back next year.” Iris LaPaix, Boston, MA
academics and also making irreplaceable friendships and memories. The hardest part was “This was an awesome summer experience. I think the hardest part was saying goodbye.
having to leave.” Stefani Pappas, Manhasset, NY Summer Study Rocks!” Betty Benacin, Paris, FRANCE
”A great experience to preview college!” Cole Tessler, Westport, CT “I feel so prepared for college after the Summer Study Program experience. My worries have
“Believe it or not, even the classes were amazing.” Lia Steuer, Sao Paulo, BRAZIL been eased, I feel more confident, and have a better idea of the right college for me.”
Audrey Neumann, Carversville, PA
“So glad I came to Summer Study at Penn State. I had the best experience…
wouldn’t change a thing!” Greg Bedik, Mountaindale, NY
“I am so happy I chose THIS program. I now feel more prepared and ready for college.
My roommate selection was fantastic, the activities were perfect and the knowledge
gained was invaluable.” Zoë Sheinberg, Weston, CT
“This was an amazing summer that I recommend to every teenager who wants to have a
great holiday experience. Fun, exciting, meeting new people from different countries…
this program’s got it all.” Karl Houllevigue, Pau, FRANCE,
“Not only was this the best summer of my life, but it also exceeded all of my expectations.”
Rachel Pastrich, Port Jefferson, NY
“Summer Study was amazing! I made friend here that will last forever!
I loved Summer Study!” Lance Shea, Houston, TX
“In just 2 short weeks, I made amazing memories and even more amazing friends.”
Victoria Palazzolo, Dix Hills, NY
“Won’t ever forget it! NEVER! Thank you for delivering the very best summer experience
ever!” Karina Torres, Bayamon, PR
“I truly had an amazing experience! My staff advisors were terrific and best of all, I was able
to meet so many people from different parts of the world. The directors told us if we just
get involved and cooperate with each other, it will be the Best Summer Ever and, I have to
admit, they were right!” Regine Bazil, St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.
“The Summer Study enrichment program was the perfect way to spend my summer. Thank
you very much to the directors who kept us entertained all summer long with excellent
activities and exciting events!” Preston White, Rockville, MD
“I had an unforgettable time and loved the kids.” Andrew Fuhrer, Guaynabo, PR
“I loved every aspect of the Summer Study at Penn State program. I learned so much from
my experience in and out of the classroom.” Katie Ninivaggi, Scarsedale, NY
“This was an amazing summer! From the classroom to the activities, from the staff to the
directors, from the students to the teachers…it all was so perfect!”
Lauren French, Bethesda, VA
“This was a great program. Meeting kids from all over the world, always having something to
do, never being bored and a fantastic town all helped shape this fantastic summer.”
Christie Gellert, Oak Hill, VA
“Summer Study made the pre-college experience so much fun for me. It taught me how to
balance freedom and responsibility. Having 3-4 hours of class a day and the rest of the
day to myself, made me plan out my day strategically. If this is what college is like, then
Summer Study definitely prepared me for that experience and I thank the program for that.”
William Cohen, Reisterstown, MD
“Interesting classes, diverse students, great activities and weekend trips…it was perfect!”
Dana Ettinger, Short Hills, NJ

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A Headstart on Your Future
Where are they now?
Adelphi ......................................................Kyle Freedman
Albany College of Pharmacy ..........Benjamin Georgiades
American.....................................................Sarah Cooper
Rachel Matza
Amherst ...................Andie Cohen ..........Michael Friedman
Appalachian State ........................................Erin Menear
Arizona.....................................................Caitlyn Milkman
Arizona State ...............................................A.J. Serenita
Art Institute of Boston .............................Gabriela Lopez
Art Institute of NY .....................................Jaclyn Nathan
Assumption .............Jeffrey Lewis ........William Dominguez
Bard.................................................................Josh Sorell
Baruch..........................................................Adam Elfassi
Binghamton ..........Lauren Villalva...............Brad Weingast
Bloomsburg................................................Allison Ehrgott
Boston University ..........................................Daniel Berg
Rachel Edelberg........Samantha Flaxman
Vasilie Ketsoglou..............Allison Moulton
Yelena Shuster..............Alyssa Stevens
Mark Barrasso ...........Kimberly Weston
Brandeis...........Lansara Jaruthien .............Joshua Kahane
Justin Lesser
Brown ...........................................................Alexa Steuer
Clark ..............................................................Jason Black
Clemson ..................Kyle Conover .................Lisa Puzzuoli
Coastal Carolina.......................................Lynsey Deudne
Colgate .....................................................Mack Goldberg
College of Charleston.............................Michael Maman
College of New Jersey ...............................Anthony Proto
Raphael Siegrist
College of St. Elizabeth .........................Emily Stevenson
Columbia................................................Sabina Goldstein
Cornell ...................Hayley Assael ...................Kara Cicero
Reid Cohen .................Daniel Green
Brian Nathanson ...................Harris Nord
Jessica Strumeyer
Dartmouth.............................................Jordan Weissman
Drew........................................................Kelly Mulholland
Drexel ................Gautham Elango ...................Gavin Rapp
Duke .......................................................Jonathan Murray
Elon........................................................Kathleen Fleming
Emerson.............Brian Lieberman ........Viviana Soto Colon
Emory .......................Amanda Chi..............Aaron Shaiman
Endicott ......................................................Lizetta Solarik
Fashion Institute .............................................Dorit Jaffe
Florida Gulf Coast..................................Ashley Matthews
Christina Palma
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“After being at camp for 7 years,
SSPS was by far the best experience
of my life. I couldn’t believe spending a
summer at college would be so amazing.”
Jonathan London, Merrick, NY
Florida Institute of Technology .................Kyle Germano
Florida Southern.....Monica Dean ...............Rachel Lichter
Florida State.................................................Erica Bassel
Fordham................................................Charles Pellegrino
Franklin & Marshall.....................................Sarah Kaleko
Chloe Stein
Geneva...................................................Sarah Hutcheson
George Washington ..................................Ayanna Alleyne
Caroline Horowitz............Martin Kakosian
Jessica Sanfratello...........Jessica Schwartz
Georgia State ............................................Nicholas Pizzo
Gettysburg ............................................Austin Ambrosino
Hamilton...............Zack Franciose ................Lenni Marcus
Hampshire ...................................................Jeffrey Porter
Hartwick.........................................................Dayna Roth
Haverford .Maria Hopgood-Mulero ...............Hee Eun Sohn
High Point ......................................................Tina Infante
Indiana .............Andrew Benowich .....................Ben Brody
Teresa Dierks..............Rachel Gerbosi
Remi Herbst .................Drew Herzon
Nina Kligman........Miranda Maltenfort
Carly Rosenberg
Johns Hopkins..............................................Hilary Kaden
Johnson & Wales .....................................Michelle Sidran
Lafayette..................................................Amanda Dolber
Lehigh ...............Matthew Franklin.................Samantha Lo
Marist ........................Sam Green ..................Emily Knapp
Marquette.......................................................Miguel Clar
Marywood....................................................Jamie Snitzer
Montclair State...........................................Bella Milstein
Mt. Holyoke .............................................Rosaria Berliner
Muhlenberg............Sara Beitman ............Matthew Brooks
Evan Kasakove .............Sam Rawlinson
New York ...............Madison Back...........Mitchell Gurevich
Blythe Muller ................Andrew Stern
Northeastern......Alexander Andia ........Samantha Buckner
Ariel Flug.............Adam Kirschner
Ilana Rubin ..............Emily Shulman
Audrey Walker
Northwestern .........................................Hannah Golanka
Notre Dame ..............................................Enrique Gorbea
Ohio State ............Natalie Lomeo..............Lizbette Ocasio
Pace............................................................Anna Maslova
Penn State ...........Hannah Album ..........Autumn Anderson
Amanda Asselta................Susan Becker
Daphne Ben-Gurion .........Amanda Benjamin
Jordan Berju ..............Caitie Bernson
Douglas Biel..........Allyson Blueweiss
Rebecca Bressler ...............Reid Broendel
Lauren Brown ..............Ashleigh Burns
Jason Calman....................Elyssa Carr
Alexander Carson.......Timothy Chopourian
Wendy Cohen .....................Aaron Cox
Roy Cronacher III............Nicholas Cuevas
Alexa Cutler ...............Jessica Devlin
Gisselle Diaz.................Dana Dietzek
Ally Dossick .................Arielle Evans
Dana Falk..................Peter Ferson
Jessica Fisse ...............Jason Forman
Lauren Fox............Samantha Freed
Stephanie Goldberg ...............Jason Gottlieb
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Penn State (continued)
Alyssa Hirschberg................Lindsay Hodin
Abigail Horowitz.........Meredith Husband
Alyssa Kalter ...................Kristin Karg
Alexandra Kirk............Shannon Krusko
Corey Lazarus................Pei Hsuan Lin
Lindsay Lipsky ..................Elysia Mann
Alyssa Mauro ..................Nicole Miller
Alexandra Patterson ................Jeffrey Peters
Kristen Phant ............Melanie Protass
Andres Ramos...................Darrell Reid
Lauren Resnick ................Jennifer Ross
Melissa Rudner ........Samantha Rumsky
Brittany Salzman............Alexandra Sanzo
Amanda Schloss ..........Joseph Schneider
Adam Schrenzel..............Stacy Schwartz
Tara Sfida.............Emily Silverman
Jon Slomka..............Meredith Small
Hal Stein .............Anthony Talamo
Dana Thau .................Dean Tijerina
Andor Tobelem ..................Jeffrey Ward
Adam Weinraub ..............Alex Weintraub
Rachel Wexler ..............Jennifer Yeakel
Taylor Zulauf
Princeton....................................................Andrew Pritula
Quinnipiac...............Atalia Conroy............Madeline Cowen
Andrew Wells
Rider........................................................Benjamin Latner
Rutgers..............Gavin Pellenberg ..................Allison Stahl
Sacred Heart .......................................Nicholas Buttiglieri
San Francisco State .................................Haley Margolin
Skidmore...............Samuel Brook.....................Erika Wohl
Southern Methodist .................................Paulina Roman
St. Andrew's .............................................Robert Lemeur
St. Josephs...............Kristin Gigis .............Jackie McAssey
St. Olaf......................................................Graham Hallett
SUNY at Albany ....Zachary Kitton .............Melissa Lefcort
SUNY at Binghamton .........................Lauren Nevidomsky
Lindsey Schiffman
SUNY at Buffalo .......Corey Dass ..................Dylan Gross
Jacqueline Kreckel ............Nicholas Vuozzo
SUNY at Cortland .............................Amanda Oppenheim
SUNY at Geneseo ......................................Melissa Baker
Alyssa Gaiser ................Dervla Kumar
SUNY at New Paltz ...Ethan Code........Eleanor Jailer-Coley
Syracuse .........Carolina Bennazar .............Theodore Berry
Brittany Fowler...............Adriana Ghersi
Lauren Glanzberg..............Bianca Graulau
Alex Israel .............Arielle Kassorla
Elizabeth Larkin ..........Martin Ljekocevic
Jeremy Philipson ...................Miguel Rios
Sam Sawyer...................Taylor Sokol
Allison Wolf
Texas Christian........................................Brendon Mullen
Towson State ..........David Kantor ..............Ariel Mackston
Carly Reynolds.......Alexandra Rosmarin
Adam Schwartz...................Drew Sloyer
Rachael Wolfe
Trinity .........................................................Sara Yancovitz
Tufts........................................................Elizabeth Kaleko
Samantha Sokol ..........Rebecca Spiewak
Tulane ..........................................................Justin Burrell
U. of Arizona ........Liza Moskowitz..................Daniel Silver
Jamie Yontef
U. of California, Berkeley .................Matthew Podobinski
U. of California, Davis ....................................Grace Berg
U. of California, Los Angeles ...................Gregory Kahan
U. of California, Santa Cruz ...............Hannah Haberfield
U. of Central Florida .....................................Taylor Edwin
Jocelyn Ezratty ............Kelsi Rosenberg
Kelli Wilder
U. of Chicago .............................................Adriana Torres
U. of Cincinnati..........................................Sayoko Osada
U. of Colorado ..........................................Sean Hochman
U. of Connecticut ..Lauren Basist ............Michelle Cooper
Perri Goldberg
U. of Dayton .........................................Ricardo Rodriguez
U. of Delaware......Dana Fierstein .................Lindsay Irwin
Meredith Lander .........Rebekah Margulis
Lindsay Mittler ......Samantha Perilstein
Adam Silverman ............Nicole Spellman
U. of Florida ....Marissa Rodriguez ........Amanda Terminello
U. of Illinois .................................................Seth LaPidus
U. of Maryland ...Amanda Capazzi ...............Lauren Ehrlich
Leah Feinstein ...............Lauren Geffen
Sarah Grill ............Melissa Halpern
Amanda Harouche ..................Kacy Popyer
Corey Rogers...........Robyn Roundtree
Madeline Wachs .................David Weiner
Zachary Zulauf
U. of Massachusetts .................................Vinicius Araujo
Russell Hochman
U. of Miami ..........Rachel Gregory ................Zachary Most
Rachel Steinman
U. of Michigan......................................Danielle Bernstein
Scott Dion ......................Eric Glyck
Andrew Kerr.................Lindsay Klein
Daniel Lyons ............Rebecca Toback
Greg Uffner
U. of New Hampshire ............................Alexandra Wexler
U. of North Florida....................................Krista Cavalieri
U. of Ohio....................David Feld ......................Ryan Witt
U. of Pennsylvania...Evan Ellman ..............Blake Feldman
Ruth Hubbard
U. of Pittsburgh.......Dara Fedrow ....................Alexa Klein
Kailen Mele
U. of Puerto Rico..............................Francheska Delgado
Ana Cecilia Rivera Burgos ....Viviana Rivera Burgos
Patricia Negron
U. of Rhode Island....Rikki Cohen............Timothy McCann
U. of Rochester .........................................Sara Ribakove
U. of Scranton ...........................................Ryan Sylvestre
U. of South Florida........................................Lara Pollack
U. of Southern California ........................Stephen Kahan
Jasmine Wasserman
U. of Tampa ................Aaron Feld.............Lance Friedman
U. of Texas ..............Jonathan Lin..........................Tim Liu
U. of Virginia ................................................Michael Katz
U. of Wisconsin ....Skye Friedman ............Randy Goldstein
Gabby Wolin...................Emma Wolk
Samantha Wolk
Ursinus ..................................................Kristen Bendinelli
Vanderbilt ...........Steven Harrison ................Sam Heyman
Villanova ................................Michael Elizabeth Magnatta
Virginia Commonwealth ...........................Chris Angevine
Virginia Tech....Caroline Froehlich .............Michael Nenner
Wake Forest................................................Erika Jackson
Washington ..........Adam Ezrapour ..................Cara Levitch
Scott Luftig
West Virginia.............................................Brittany Morris
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General Information
Penn State Programs
Please be aware that space on all our programs is
LIMITED! Each year, there are more students applying
for our programs than we are able to accommodate.
Please be sure to submit your application EARLY!
2011 Dates
61⁄2 -Week Summer Study at Penn State Program
Completing 10th, 11th or 12th grade
June 28 – August 13
Tuition: $7,495
6-Week Triple Play at Penn State Program
Completing 9th, 10th or 11th grade
July 3 - August 13
Tuition: $5,595
31⁄2 -Week Summer Enrichment at Penn State Program
Completing 9th, 10th or 11th grade
July 3 – July 26
Tuition: $4,795
2 -Week Intensive Workshop Programs
Completing 9th, 10th or 11th grade
July 3 – July 16 • July 17 – July 30 • July 31 – August 13
Tuition: $2,595
$4,895: 2 consecutive sessions
2 -Week Middle School Enrichment Programs
Completing 8th grade
July 3 – July 16 • July 17 – July 30
Tuition: $2,395
$4,495: 2 consecutive sessions
How to Apply: Complete the Application for Admission on
pg. 31 or online at www.bestsummerever.com. You must submit
a $95 non-refundable application fee along with your completed
application (credit cards are accepted for the $95 application fee
submitted via the web).
Included: Tuition for college credit (61⁄2-week students only),
enrichment classes/workshops; residence hall lodging; 3 meals
per day, Monday through Friday and brunch and dinner (Sat/Sun)
while on campus; all expenses on weekend college visitation trips
(motorcoach, hotel, 2 meals per day) for 61⁄2, 6 and 31⁄2-week
programs; HERSHEYPARK excursion with Unlimited Ride Pass;
all campus recreational and athletic activities as per brochure;
planned nightly activities; Summer Study Programs group picture.
Not Included: Transportation to/from Penn State (airline tickets
and private motorcoach transportation available; see below);
personal spending money and laundry; mandatory insurance
costs ($85 for 6 & 61⁄2 -week participants, $55 all other programs);
textbook and/or instructional materials; greens fees; gym
membership.
Application Fee: $95 (non-refundable) must accompany your
Application for Admission.
Room/Common Area Damage & Lost Key Deposit: $200
(refundable): Penn State University requires that all residence hall
rooms be decorated and used with care. Wall and/or furniture
damage is chargeable to room occupants as is common area
damages created by students in our residence hall or other public
facilities. A room key/damage deposit is mandatory.
Payment Schedule and Refund Policy: A $95 non-refundable
application fee must accompany the completed Application for
Admission. After notification of acceptance into the program, a
$1000 tuition deposit must be forwarded within two weeks
to secure enrollment. At a later date, an additional deposit will be
required. Enrollment is not guaranteed until the tuition deposit is
received. ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED; therefore, we recommend
APPLYING EARLY. The balance of the tuition and all refundable
and optional fees are due by May 1. Checks should be made
payable to Summer Study Programs and ear-marked with the
student’s name. We cannot guarantee enrollment if final payment
is not received by May 1. Full payment is due upon enrollment
for students who apply after May 1. The $1000 deposit, less
$500, is refundable if the participant withdraws for any reason
prior to March 1. A full refund of all tuition payments will be
made for students who do not meet the eligibility requirements
for acceptance. Withdrawals between March 1 and March 31
are entitled to a refund of all payments, less $1000. Withdrawals
between April 1 and April 30 are entitled to a refund of all
payments, less $2000. Withdrawals between May 1 and May 31
are entitled to a refund of all payments, less $3000. No refunds
will be made, regardless of reason, for withdrawals after June 1 or
for students dismissed from the program for disciplinary reasons.
WE STRONGLY SUGGEST purchasing optional “Cancel For
Any Reason” program tuition insurance, which will be made
available upon acceptance.
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“
“Its hard to pick what the best
part of the summer was. Everything was
so great. Thanks for making this my
best summer ever.”
Reagan Montross, Charleston, SC
Motorcoach Transportation
to/from Penn State (Optional)
On the first and last day of each program, we will provide an
air-conditioned motorcoach that will depart and return to centrally
located points in the New York, tri-state area (Fee: $75 each way).
As past students have found traveling in the New York, tri-state
area by motorcoach was a great way to quickly make new friend-
ships, we strongly recommend that all students, if possible,
arrive and depart together via our motorcoaches. Please note
that you may choose to drive directly to Penn State if you prefer.
Out of Town Students
Air/Bus Transportation and
Optional New York City Tour
For our OUT OF TOWN and INTERNATIONAL students who live
a great distance from Penn State, we strongly suggest that
you fly into the New York area either 1 or 2 nights before the
program begins. Staff will be available at LaGuardia and JFK
airports to receive students who arrive 1 night before the start
of our program and will lodge with our arriving students at a
nearby hotel (Supplemental Fee: $125). Students enrolled in
our Triple Play, 3 1⁄2 -week or the first 2-week pre-college programs
may arrive 2 nights before the start of our program. They will
be met upon arrival, spend 2 nights at a nearby hotel and enjoy
a guided tour of New York City. Meals and chaperoned events
during their stay will be included (Supplemental Fee $495). To
ensure complete coordination and communication, we strongly
suggest booking your airline reservations through our travel
affiliate, CREATIVE TRAVEL INTERNATIONAL.
Foreign Students
Information and Payment
Foreign students must secure any required Visas from the
American Embassy or Consulate in their country. Please
request the B~2 short stay TOURIST Visa (not the student
visa). Payments by foreign students must be made by one
of the following two methods:
1. Payment by Check: The check must be payable
to Summer Study Programs in U.S. funds
drawn on a U.S. bank.
2. Payment By Telex (Wire Transfer):
The telex should include the following:
Telex: Chase Manhattan Bank: ABA #021000021
Swift #: CHASUS33
Credit: JP Morgan Chase Bank,
115 Broad Hollow Road, Melville, NY 11747
Further Credit To:
Summer Study Programs
Account #: 300-1-203532
Reference: Name of Student
Note: A $75 international enrollment fee will be billed to
all international students outside North America to cover
international courier fees and airport assistance upon
arrival/departure in the USA.
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 Application
Summer Study Programs at Penn State
Application for Admission
This Application And Acceptance Is Not An Application And Acceptance For, Nor An Offer Of, Admission To The Pennsylvania State University.

CHECK PROGRAM SELECTION BELOW:

61⁄2-Week 6-Week 31⁄2-Week 2-Week 2-Week Middle School
College Credit Program Triple Play Program Enrichment Program Intensive Workshop Program Enrichment Program
Completing 10 th, 11th or 12 th grade Completing 9th, 10th or 11th grade Completing 9 th, 10 th or 11th grade Completing 9 th, 10 th or 11th grade Completing 8 th grade
 June 28 - August 13  July 3 - August 13  July 3 - July 26  July 3 - July 16  Session 1: July 3 - July 16
 July 17 - July 30  Session 2: July 17 - July 30
 July 31 - August 13  Both Sessions
STUDENT PROFILE:  Male  Female
Student’s Name: Last: ____________________________________ First: ______________________________________ Present Grade: _________________

Home Address: Street: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: _______________________________________________ State: _________________ Zip: ___________________ Country: _________________________

Social Security # (for 6 1

⁄ 2 -week only): ____________________________ Date of Birth: _______________ Age as of 07/01/11: Yrs: ________ Mos: _______

Parent(s) Home Phone: ( ______ ) ____________________________________________ Student’s Phone: ( _____ ) _________________________________

Student’s E-mail Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

 Mother’s or  Father’s E-mail Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Mother’s Full Name:  Ms.  Mrs.  Dr. _________________________________________ Business/Cell Phone: ( ______ ) ________________________

Father’s Full Name:  Mr.  Dr. _________________________________________________ Business/Cell Phone: ( ______ ) ________________________

Person Responsible for invoice (if different from above): Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________ City: _______________________________ State:___________ Zip: _____________________

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High/Middle School Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

School Address: Street: ________________________________ City: _______________________________ State: __________ Zip: ______________________

Name of Guidance Counselor/Advisor: __________________________________________________ School Phone: ( ______ ) _________________________

61⁄2 -WEEK & TRIPLE PLAY OPTIONS:  Motorcoach Transportation ($75 each way)
 Kaplan SAT Preparation ($695, regularly $1,000 if taken in your home city)  CSI: Penn State ($150)  Speed Reading ($150)
 Private College Counseling ($395)  Lionheart Fitness Center Membership ($85)
Sports Clinics:  Soccer ($100)  Volleyball ($100)  Basketball ($100)  Golf Instruction ($795, includes unlimited golf)
 Tennis Instruction:  Private Lessons ($795)  Semi-private Lessons ($650)  Clinic Lessons ($495)
 Internships - Please attach a personal statement to this application explaining why you deserve the opportunity to be a part of this internship:
 Sports Marketing  TV/Radio Production & Broadcasting  Childhood Development & Education
31⁄2 -WEEK OPTIONS:  Motorcoach Transportation ($75 each way)
Kaplan SAT Prep:  Verbal & Math ($695, regularly $1,000 if taken in your home city)  Verbal ONLY ($395)  Math ONLY ($395)
 Kaplan ACT Prep ($695)  Speed Reading ($150)  CSI: Penn State ($150)
 Tennis Instruction:  Private Lessons ($695)  Semi-private Lessons ($495)  Clinic Lessons ($350)
Sports Clinics:  Basketball ($100)  Soccer ($100)  Volleyball ($100)  Golf Instruction ($695, includes unlimited golf)
 Lionheart Fitness Center Membership ($85)
 Internships - Please attach a personal statement to this application explaining why you deserve the opportunity to be a part of this internship:
 Sports Marketing  TV/Radio Production & Broadcasting  Childhood Development & Education
2 -WEEK OPTIONS:  Motorcoach Transportation ($75 each way)
Sports Clinics:  Basketball ($75)  Soccer ($75)  Volleyball ($75)  Lionheart Fitness Center Membership ($50)
 Tennis Instruction:  Private Lessons ($295)  Semi-private Lessons ($225)  Clinic Lessons ($195)
INTENSIVE WORKSHOP SELECTION (select 1 workshop per session):
 Video/Film Editing  Computer Game Design  College Prep  Dance  Sports Marketing  Art
 Kaplan Math & Verbal SAT Prep ($695)  Health, Fitness & Nutrition  Gov’t & Politics  Architecture
MIDDLE SCHOOL OPTIONS
 Motorcoach Transportation ($75 each way)  Speed Reading ($150)  Tennis Class ($100)
NOTE: ALL SELECTED OPTIONS FOR ALL PROGRAMS MAY BE CHANGED PRIOR TO MAY 1ST. FINAL CURRICULUM AND COURSE
SELECTIONS WILL BE MADE IN THE SPRING.

PLEASE COMPLETE AND SIGN SIDE 2 OF THIS FORM.

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Application
Summer Study Programs at Penn State
Application for Admission
(Application continued)
How Did You Learn About Summer Study Programs (please be specific)? _________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What Did You Do Last Summer? ____________________________ Name of Camp/Tour/Program (if any) ______________________________________

AUTHORIZATION TO PARTICIPATE: I authorize the participation of (Student’s Name)_________________________________ in the Summer

Study, Summer Enrichment, Intensive Workshop or Middle School program at Penn State and his/her residence in University housing. I hereby
give (Student’s Name) _________________________________ permission to participate in all weekend travel excursions and to take part in all
activities scheduled by the directors of Summer Study Programs.

Date _________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian ______________________________________________________________________

TRANSCRIPT RELEASE: I (Student’s Name) _________________________________ grant permission for my school/guidance counselor to mail
or fax my current transcript/test scores to Summer Study Programs to complete my Application For Admission. I permit Summer Study Programs to
release copies of my educational records to my parents or my high school for the purpose of confirming enrollment at Penn State University.
Date __________________________________ Signature of Student ______________________________________________________________________

Date _________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian ______________________________________________________________________

APPLICATION INFORMATION: A $95 non-refundable application fee, payable to Summer Study Programs, must accompany this completed
application. Applications received without the $95 application fee cannot be processed. As the parent or guardian, I understand the Summer
Study programs and have discussed with my son/daughter that he/she will be required to follow all established rules including, but not limited
to a nightly curfew and no use of any drug (unless prescription) or alcohol. Summer Study reserves the right to dismiss students, without refund,
who are unable to abide by all program rules. It will be the responsibility of the parent/guardian to pay for any additional airfare incurred if their
son/daughter is dismissed from the program. I/We have read the brochure and understand the costs, payment schedule and refund policy and
agree to same.

Date __________________________________ Signature of Student ______________________________________________________________________

Date _________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian ______________________________________________________________________

Summer Study at Penn State

PLEASE MAIL APPLICATION 900 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, NY 11747
AND $95 FEE TO: (631) 424-1000 Worldwide • (800) 666-2556 Nationwide
Fax (631) 424-0567

REMINDER: ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED and acceptance is reviewed on a “rolling admissions” basis. We recommend you APPLY EARLY!
Do not wait for your transcript or recommendation form, which can be sent/faxed later.

The following friends/relatives might like information about Summer Study Programs. Please send brochure(s) to:
Name: Last: _____________________________________________ First: _____________________________________ Present Grade: ______________

Home Address: Street: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ______________________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: ___________________ Country: ______________________

Phone  Cell  Home: ( _____ ) _________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________________

Please send brochures for the campus(es) checked:  Penn State  Colorado/Vermont  Paris  All Campuses

Name: Last: _____________________________________________ First: _____________________________________ Present Grade: ______________

Home Address: Street: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ______________________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: ___________________ Country: ______________________

Phone  Cell  Home: ( _____ ) _________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________________

Please send brochures for the campus(es) checked:  Penn State  Colorado/Vermont  Paris  All Campuses

Name: Last: _____________________________________________ First: _____________________________________ Present Grade: ______________

Home Address: Street: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ______________________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: ___________________ Country: ______________________

Phone  Cell  Home: ( _____ ) _________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________________

Please send brochures for the campus(es) checked:  Penn State  Colorado/Vermont  Paris  All Campuses
Summer Study Programs, Inc. reserves the right to limit enrollment or cancel any class offered in the 61⁄2-week College Credit, 6-week Triple Play, 31⁄2-week Enrichment, 2-week Intensive Workshop
or 2-week Middle School Enrichment programs due to overwhelming or insufficient enrollment. Summer Study Programs, Inc. is granted permission to use the names and photographs of program
participants in publicity materials and to act in loco parentis for the above applicant during the period of the program. The tuition and program fees described herein are based on costs of operation,
tuition fees, travel expenses, lodging and dining costs as of September 1, 2010 and are subject to adjustment should there be any revision of such costs prior to the start of the program.

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 Recommendation
Summer Study Programs at Penn State

Recommendation Form
Guidance Counselor/
College Advisor/Teacher
Recommendation Form
PART A – TO THE APPLICANT:
Please complete the following and then give this form to your guidance counselor, college advisor, principal, headmaster or teacher. The
enclosed envelope, properly stamped to avoid delays in processing, should be provided to the appropriate person. Please urge your school
contact to mail the completed form, together with an up-to-date transcript, to our office immediately. If your PSAT/SAT scores are available,
please have your guidance counselor forward them as well.
All Recommendation Information is Personal and Confidential

Name of Applicant: Present Grade:

Address: Street:

City: State: Zip:

Parent(s) Home Phone: ( ) Student Phone: ( )

School Name:

Address: Street:

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City: State: Zip:

Under the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, I waive my right to inspect this letter of recommendation.
Note: This evaluation will be reviewed exclusively by the Summer Study Admissions Committee and will be discarded
after completion of the acceptance process.

Date: Applicant’s Signature:

PART B – TO THE GUIDANCE COUNSELOR, COLLEGE ADVISOR, PRINCIPAL OR TEACHER:

This student, with parental consent, is applying for admission to a pre-college or middle
school enrichment program at Penn State. The purpose of the program is to challenge
the student academically and to ease his or her future adjustment to college life. We
would appreciate your evaluation of this student’s readiness to participate successfully
in a pre-college environment at Penn State University. For additional information about
this program and/or a copy of our informative brochure, please call our office at
(631) 424-1000 Worldwide or (800) 666-2556 Nationwide.

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Complete the back of this recommendation form.
2. Attach an official school transcript including the most
recent report card.
3. Mail this recommendation form and transcript showing
PSAT/SAT scores (if applying to pre-college program)
in the envelope provided.
Please mail/fax to:
Summer Study at Penn State
900 Walt Whitman Road
Melville, NY 11747
Fax: 631-424-0567

“
“This was a well-run, educational,
valuable program where all students
benefit greatly. I never thought school
in the summer could be so much fun and
worthwhile. It’s an experience which
“
really prepares students before college.”
Beth Dougherty, Seattle, WA
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 “
Student Evaluation “
“The girls I met have become like
sisters and everything we have done will
be an everlasting memory for me. Nothing
could ever replace my summer at SSPS. I
feel completely ready for college.”
Allie Grizzell, Reading, MA

1. I have known this student for year(s). Relationship to student:

2. Intellectual ability and achievement (as compared to other classmates in his/her grade):
3. Character and personality (as compared to other classmates in his/her grade):
4. The main factors contributing to the respect accorded the applicant seem to be:

Superiority in studies
Interest in and concern for others
Accomplishment in activities and interests

Leadership in activities
Success in athletics
General character

What a Student Sa
BELOW
AVERAGE
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EXCELLENT
(TOP 10%)
OUTSTANDING
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POTENTIAL TO
SUCCEED

5. Has this student been involved in any disciplinary action in your school?

Yes
No

6. Additional comments: ___________________________________________________________

7. Overall recommendation:

I recommend this candidate without reservation as an excellent prospect for the program.

I recommend this candidate strongly.

I recommend this candidate.

I recommend this candidate with reservation.

I feel this candidate is unsuited for the program at this time.

8. Preparer’s name: _______________________________________________________________

Title: __________________________________________________________________________
Signature: _____________________________________________________________________
School phone: (_________________________________________________________________
)
Date: _________________________________________________________________________
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WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY LIKE? – Each program’s typical day
is slightly different. A “Sample Daily Schedule” can be found on
page 7 for our pre-college programs and on page 21 for our Middle
School Enrichment program. However, most programs begin with
breakfast, followed by morning class(es). After lunch, both college
credit (if applicable) and enrichment classes will be held in the early
afternoon. The balance of the afternoon permits plenty of time for
organized recreational and sports activities (as detailed on pages
4-5), studying or simply socializing with friends. Dinner is followed by
exciting planned evening activities (see page 4) and/or study time
(as required).
WHAT CLOTHING AND BAGGAGE SHOULD MY
SON/DAUGHTER BRING? Casual summertime apparel is all
that is necessary. A complete clothing list with linen/bedding needs
will be sent in the spring. Baggage is limited to one suitcase and one
overnight weekender bag. Laundry facilities are available in the
residence halls.
DO I NEED BAGGAGE AND/OR PROGRAM TUITION
INSURANCE? While not mandatory, it is suggested that students
protect themselves against loss/theft of baggage or personal
belongings. Summer Study Programs cannot be responsible for
lost/stolen/damaged items. In the unlikely event that unforeseen
circumstances force a student’s withdrawal from the program,
insurance to protect your tuition payment is offered at an additional
cost (optional).
IS FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE? Partial tuition scholarships
are available for a limited number of students who are academically
qualified but financially unable. Personal and business (if applicable)
tax returns for the current and past year must be submitted.
Questions & Answers
a d e m i c E d g e . ..
WHAT MEDICAL CARE IS PROVIDED FOR AN ILL
STUDENT? A Summer Study medical coordinator will escort
any ill student to the on-campus University Health Center for proper
physician attended medical care. Parents will always be notified of
an ill student and advised of all aftercare and progress. Most
routine health care and physician visits are handled for a nominal
charge per visit except for prescription drugs, x-rays or extensive
diagnostic exams. A medical form will be sent in the spring
requesting a medical history and health insurance policy numbers.
HOW MUCH SPENDING MONEY IS NECESSARY?
We suggest that each student bring about $75 per week for
personal items (snacks, gifts, toiletries, etc.). The program
tuition includes almost everything (see page 30).
WHAT RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS DOES MY
SON/DAUGHTER HAVE TO THE PROGRAM? All students
are expected to have regular attendance at all classes, meals and
scheduled activities (including weekends). As part of the "family
life" collegiate experience, each student is required to respect the
rights of others, maintain reasonable cleanliness in the residence
hall, and behave in a manner befitting collegiate life.
IS THE PENN STATE CAMPUS SAFE? Penn State University
is a leader in the academic community in the area of campus
security. Twenty-four hour security patrol cars and our extensively
trained on-campus Staff will care for the safety and well being
of all our students. When off-campus, all weekend travel arrange-
ments and staffing will be personally managed by a full time
Summer Study program director. Television interviews on CNN
News and the Almanac of Travel Talk Show, attest to the past
expertise brought to our academic program.

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“An Educational Value
Second to None.”

STUDY
SUMMER STUDY AT PENN STATE
900 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, NY 11747
(631) 424-1000 Worldwide • (800) 666-2556 Nationwide
Internet Address: www.summerstudy.com • E-mail: info@summerstudy.com