Reality Camp is a pre-orientation immersion experience brought to you by the Center for Community Action & Service-Learning (CCASL)

So, what exactly is Reality CAMP?

Reality CAMP or Community Action Means Progress is a pre-orientation event for incoming Gonzaga University freshmen. Reality CAMP invites students to campus a week before orientation to participate in a 5-day long community building program. You and approximately 40 of your fellow students will engage in various community service projects around Spokane. You will live, serve and reflect on your experiences together. This is a wonderful opportunity to create lasting friendships and develop strong bonds with the Gonzaga and Spokane Community!

Please note:  Reality CAMP is an experience based on simplicity and community.  Our meals and accommodations will be intentionally modest, yet meaningful and fun.  We will be staying on Gonzaga's campus with the exception of 2 nights off campus. 

When is it?

Sunday through Thursday prior to Freshmen Orientation (August 22-26, 2010)

Students will arrive on Sunday between noon and 5pm. Transportation from the Spokane airport will be provided. Service activities run Monday morning through Thursday afternoon.  Regular orientation and move-in will begin on Friday, August 28th. 

You do not need to make additional accommodations for Thursday evening (August 27th). You will be able to stay on campus.

What to Bring?

Click here for a packing list.

What does it involve?

Community service will involve a multitude of activities based in Spokane's urban core and beyond. In the past, we've helped at a homeless shelter, worked in a community garden, renovated a community center for individuals with disabilities and much more! Each day will bring new adventures, as several service-oriented projects are planned! We will be participating in a morning and afternoon service project which allows us to experience the variety of agencies and services Spokane has to offer.

We will be eating simple meals, but if others in Spokane can do it, so can we! During the week we will use a variety of transportation. Students will get to their sites by van, bike or on foot. Bring those walking shoes!

Wednesday night, enjoy a dinner hosted by a faculty or staff member. 

Who can be involved?

All incoming freshmen are encouraged to participate.  Registrations are taken on a first come, first serve basis.

Want to be a student leader?

If you have participated in Reality Camp or a similar program before, feel free to apply! The application (click here) is due Nov. 6th and you can turn it into Hilary in CCASL 1 or email it to her at case@gonzaga.edu. 

Costs?

$100 covers the cost of food, transportation and a shirt.

How can I register?

Registration will open the last week of May on this website.  Space in the program is filled on a first come, first serve basis.  Once you have registered and have been notified that your registration was accepted, please send your $100 check (made out to Gonzaga University) via mail to: 

Gonzaga University - CCASL

Attn: Reality Camp

502 E. Boone Ave. MSC 2472

Spokane, WA 99258-2472

Anything Else?

Feel free to bring musical instruments and any talents or skills you have, because we'd love for you to share with us!  

Questions?

For questions about Reality Camp, contact Hilary Case at case@gonzaga.edu or 509-313-5543.

Click here to go to Gonzaga's main orientation page