Even while school was out for the summer, Marymount University’s campus remained a hub for activity with several summer camps and programs offered to students of all ages. From STEM and business to arts and athletics, these camps provided hands-on experiences and fostered creativity and teamwork, helping participants explore their interests, develop new skills, have fun and possibly gain a glimpse into college life.
Throughout the summer months, Marymount hosted a wide variety of programs and camps for elementary through college-level students. Highlights include the USABO Biolympiad, with high school finalists competing in national biology exams on campus, and the CIA Career Exploration Boot Camp, hosted by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) for current college students. Additionally, the Boolean Girl organization organized a coding camp for girls in grades 3-9, while iD Tech provided technology camps for ages 7-17 covering AI, game design, robotics, animation and coding.
“At Marymount, we are committed to fostering a love for learning and innovation,” said Dr. Irma Becerra, President of Marymount University, as she addressed the Boolean Girl summer camp crowd. “Hosting these camps is just one of the many ways our University serves the community, perfectly aligning with our mission to empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers and creators.”
Marymount also offered Summer Institutes designed for prospective college students to get a glimpse of college life and access to campus facilities. Rising high school juniors and seniors who participated earned three college credits through a two-week intensive class. Courses such as “The Criminal Justice System” and “Engineering for Makers” offered a deep dive into college-level academics, paired with practical experiences. The Criminal Justice program provided a comprehensive overview of policing, courts and corrections, and presented opportunities to visit key institutions like the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. The Engineering course, launched just last summer, immersed students in hands-on learning of engineering basics, including 3D printing, building animatronics and creating VR experiences. Each institute is limited to 20 students, ensuring personalized interaction with faculty.
Building on the success of its Summer Institutes, Marymount also recently expanded summer programs in AI, STEM and other key areas to prepare participants for future academic and career opportunities.
Marymount’s summer programs weren’t only limited to academics. The University also offered 11 NCAA Division III athletic programs and the 3E Summer Camp, all of which were mostly sold out. They provided opportunities for over 1,200 participants to hone skills, form friendships and connect with the Marymount athletics community. With various sports including wrestling and volleyball, campers worked directly with Marymount coaches and student-athletes.
Looking ahead, staff plan to expand camp offerings to include additional elite-level camps to boost recruiting efforts, as well as a new flag football camp to coincide with the University’s new varsity-level team that debuts this fall.
“We would love to see our summer campers attend a Marymount game during the season and cheer on their summer camp coaches who will now be wearing their Marymount uniforms!” commented Jill McCabe, Vice President of Athletics, Student Wellness and Ministry.
Whether your ideal summer involves gaining lifelong knowledge or staying active outdoors, Marymount’s summer camps offer a blend of innovative, hands-on learning and fun-filled summer activities. Start planning your Summer 2025 by keeping up to date with summer camp details.
