Great Friends and Great People: Meet The Change Makers of iCamp
The group of people Currently the most meaningful are my friends at iCamp, specifically the ones in the gaming track, as they’ve been with me my entire camp experience. They’ve not only helped me but they also give back and care for their communities/those around them. These are people who showed me I could form
Jessica Huertas stays strong throughout challenges with fostercare
Who takes care of you? It seems like a loaded question before we break it down. That someone can be anyone. It can be your mom, your dad, your grandparent, or a partner. It can be someone who cooks for you, who holds you, someone who teaches you how to fix cars, who comforts you,
iCampers struggle to temper their junk food cravings
iCamp counselor and West Chester University student, Brandon Bond, who has struggling to balance his academic lifestyle and personal well-being.
Philadelphia high school students embrace challenge, growth at iCAMP’s dual enrollment program
Last week, Philadelphia School District High School students had the opportunity to participate in the debut of the iCamp dual enrollment program at West Chester University. They had a chance to engage in an academic experience that left many students reflecting on their work habits. Amidst a rigorous schedule, tight submission timeframe, and extracurricular activities,
iCampers say their voices are empowered by West Chester connections
Through digital media workshops at West Chester University, iCamp students and leaders say they are more emboldened to combat social justice with their newfound skills. Since entering West Chester University’s iCamp program, student Eylydia Knight has been able to explore her passion for global warming and waste. She believes that video games can be used
A common thread: Some iCampers are struggling to showcase their fashion sense
After two weeks on West Chester University’s campus, iCamp student Dylan Denton has adapted to the digital media camp’s rigorous schedule and intense workload. He’s also found comfort showcasing his unqiue fashion sense with no hesitation. This freedom, Denton said, has encouraged he and others to confidently showcase their creativity. iCamp counselor Will ____ said
Students’ desires to ‘look cool’ leads to decrease in safety gear usage
There’s a skating crew at iCamp and it’s off the rails. A group of students at iCamp have decided to bring their skateboards and roller skates along with them to campus. But what seems like a casual and fun way of transportation could spell out danger for these students. Skateboarding is a hobby largely known
iCampers reveal the challenges, triumphs of their campus experience
Despite their shared schedules and expectations at iCamp, students and counselors at the digital media camp have split views on the food, workload, and overall experience at West Chester University. On her first day at iCamp, student Samorea Bates said the day-long programming was a major adjustment. “It was kind of mid,” she said. “The