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SIUC Transition And Inclusion Camp


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The 2005 Camp Experience

The Summer, 2005 Transition and Inclusion Camp was held the week of June 20 - June 24, 2005, at SIUC. Students with various types of disabilities attended the camp, including those with mobility impairments, learning disabilities, visual impairments, and Asperger's Syndrome. Below are several pictures showing campers engaged in various activities, both recreational and informational.

Students check into their rooms at Thompson Point upon arrival and meet camp staff.

Student Checking Into CampFirst Day Camper Conversing

Monday afternoon at the Campus Boat Docks for a BBQ and fun activities to get to know each other better.

Four Campers on a Paddle BoatCampers on two paddle boats

Individualized and group training sessions.

Staff Speaking with studentStudents working on paperwork

Lots of fun stuff to do too!

Campers at Rec CenterVolunteer and Camper Bowling

Saying goodbye was hard - lots of new friends were made.

Group Waving GoodbyeCampers Hanging out


Contact Info:

IBHE-HECA Grant:
Transition and Inclusion Camp
for Students with Disabilities
SIUC - Woody Hall B-150
Carbondale, IL 62901, Mailcode 4705
e-mail: Rita Van Pelt
Ph:  (618) 453-5738
Fax: (618) 453-5700
TTY: (618) 453-2293
Updated: December 2006
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