Butler University Philosophy & Critical Thinking Summer Camp (BUPACT)

June 3 - 7, 2024

Ages 14-18 (rising sophomores to rising seniors)

June 3-7, 2024

Click here to apply!

The Butler University Philosophy and Critical Thinking (BUPACT) Summer Camp will explore philosophical questions related to freedom through a weeklong series of fun, engaging activities with a focus on giving campers the opportunity to discuss the issues that matter most to them. During this time they will be supported by Butler philosophy faculty in understanding and critically reflecting on philosophical issues, as well as developing and articulating their own perspectives. Each day will include activities around our beautiful campus, and one day we’ll be visiting the Indianapolis Museum of Art.

A typical day will be split into several sessions, each lasting 1–2 hours. Campers are expected to arrive at camp every day at 9:00 AM, and will depart Monday–Thursday at 3:30 PM. Lunch will be provided. On Friday, parents/guardians are invited to a showcase featuring the camper’s research projects, 3:30-4:15 PM.

Full, need-based tuition assistance is available to those that qualify (21st Century Scholar, first generation student, qualify financially for free/reduced lunch). Tuition assistance is supported through Butler Giving Circle and the Butler BOOST grant, funded by the Lilly Endowment.

Contact – Professor Lav McKittrick-Sweitzer at lmckittricksweit@butler.edu

Learn more! – www.butler.edu/bupact

Ages 14-18 (rising sophomores to rising seniors)

June 3-7, 2024

Click here to apply!

The Butler University Philosophy and Critical Thinking (BUPACT) Summer Camp will explore philosophical questions related to freedom through a weeklong series of fun, engaging activities with a focus on giving campers the opportunity to discuss the issues that matter most to them. During this time they will be supported by Butler philosophy faculty in understanding and critically reflecting on philosophical issues, as well as developing and articulating their own perspectives. Each day will include activities around our beautiful campus, and one day we’ll be visiting the Indianapolis Museum of Art.

A typical day will be split into several sessions, each lasting 1–2 hours. Campers are expected to arrive at camp every day at 9:00 AM, and will depart Monday–Thursday at 3:30 PM. Lunch will be provided. On Friday, parents/guardians are invited to a showcase featuring the camper’s research projects, 3:30-4:15 PM.

Full, need-based tuition assistance is available to those that qualify (21st Century Scholar, first generation student, qualify financially for free/reduced lunch). Tuition assistance is supported through Butler Giving Circle and the Butler BOOST grant, funded by the Lilly Endowment.

Contact – Professor Lav McKittrick-Sweitzer at lmckittricksweit@butler.edu

Learn more! – www.butler.edu/bupact