Summer Camp Info
When:
Sunday, June 20 to Saturday, June 26, 2010Where:
The University of Texas at AustinMaps & Directions:
Application Deadline:
Friday, March 26, 2010
Notification of Acceptance:
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Contact Information
Mary Esther Middleton
Department of Computer Sciences
The University of Texas at Austin
Email: firstbytes@cs.utexas.edu
What Should I Bring?
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, shampoo, hairbrush, and other personal hygiene items that you might need.
- Towels and washcloths for the week. (Two of each is recommended.) Towels WILL NOT be provided!
- Comfortable clothes, sleepwear (you will have a roommate), and shoes for recreational activities. Shorts and jeans are fine for everyday. Closed-toe shoes are required for industry tours (sneakers are ok). Prepare to walk every day.
- Sweater/light jacket for air-conditioned classrooms. We suggest you layer your clothes.
- Any prescription or non-prescription medication and sun block. Please inform us of any special needs regarding medications.
- Work-out clothing for: swimming (lounging in the pool or pool volleyball), running, basketball, volleyball
- Whatever you want to wear to an Oscar party (Friday night). Pick something fun from your closet! A used prom or bridesmaid dress, another fancy dress you rarely wear, something comfortable and fun!
- Optional: Phone card or a long distance access code if you plan to call your family.
- Optional: Spending money for snacks, sodas, souvenirs, etc.
- Optional: Snacks or special diet items from home. There will be microwaves and refrigerators in all the rooms. Jester provides vegetarian meals.
- Optional: Stamps and addresses if you want to write someone. Post cards are available at Jester Store.
- Optional: Watch, disposable camera, sunglasses, hat, water bottle for field trips, alarm clock, and umbrella (just in case!).
- Optional: A pillow and blanket from home to make your room more comfortable. Bed linens will be provided but rooms in Jester can get cold at night.
- Optional: If you want to attend yoga classes, bring a yoga mat or a towel to place on the floor.
- Optional: Label your belongings.
What NOT to Bring?
- VALUABLE ITEMS! We are not responsible for anything that is lost or stolen.



