Design Tech
Intro Skills
COMMUTER CAMP - GREEN BAY CAMPUS
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Are you interested in learning about 3D printing and laser cutting to bring your creativity to life? Design Tech is a great place to start. We'll dive into the mechanics of Tinkercad software (free and browser-based) so that you can create almost anything that can be 3D printed or cut on a laser cutter. This is easy software to learn. And you will learn by doing as you dive into each of the hands-on projects. Beginners are encouraged to sign up!
Advanced Skills
COMMUTER CAMP - GREEN BAY CAMPUS
June 27 - 30, 2022
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Grades 6 - 9*
Cost - $255
Do you want to take your design skills to the next level? Learn the basics of CAD design using OnShape software (free and browser-based). See how powerful Cad can be as you design projects that will be output on 3d printers and laser cutters. This is a project-based course so you can "learn as you do it" through class projects. Previous Cad or Tinkercad experience is required.
*Campers must either have attended Design Tech Intro Skills camp prior or have had previous Cad or Tinkercad experience to join this camp.
Registration Closed
DPI Scholarships Available
DPI scholarships are financial need-based.
To apply
- Download (print) and fill out the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) Scholarship Form.
- English Version
- Spanish Version
- Hmong Version
- Submit the completed DPI Scholarship Form to either the email address or physical address below.
- Once your application has been accepted, we will send you a digital registration link to register for this camp.
Camps & Youth Programs
UW-Green Bay, CL 109
2420 Nicolet Dr
Green Bay, WI 54301
DO NOT send the Scholarship Form to the Madison DPI office. It will take your application several weeks longer to reach our office. Scholarships are given on a first come, first serve basis so this would not be in your favor.
Application MUST be signed by a school counselor or school designee in the administration or district office to prove eligibility for free or reduced lunches. A teacher's signature is not valid.
Health Forms
Our camp Health Forms are electronic! You will receive an e-mail closer to camp that will prompt you to fill out your Health Form online. Health Forms must be filled out online before your camper checks-in to camp.
COVID-19 Policies & Guidelines
PLEASE REVIEW OUR COVID-19 POLICIES WEBPAGE prior to registering for camp.
General Camp Policies
We look forward to working with you and making sure that you have a fun, safe, exciting experience! Certain policies have been developed in order to assure your safety and well-being. The camp reserves the right, upon notification of parents/guardians to dismiss any camper during any session for improper dress, conduct, language, or attitude which, in the judgment of the administrative or counseling staff, is deemed detrimental to the other campers or smooth operation of the camp. If in the judgment of the administrative or counseling staff, your conduct violates any rules and regulations, you may be dismissed without refund of fees and/or referred to appropriate authorities.
Please review our General Camp Policies prior to attending camp:
Health Services and Insurance
The UW-Green Bay Health and Counseling Center is not available for Youth Programming. Therefore, parents/guardians will be notified of any suspected or known illness or injury. Accident insurance through the University of Wisconsin is provided for all camps. This limited policy covers injuries relating to camp accidents only. It is understood that medical costs in excess of camp insurance will be borne by parents or guardians.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations can be made up to 2 weeks prior to the start of camp. A $25 administrative fee is charged for all cancellations, the remainder will be refunded to you. No cancellations or refunds are available with less than two weeks notice. If camper must cancel for medical reasons, including COVID-19, full refunds are provided. To cancel, please call 920-465-2775 or email camps@uwgb.edu.
In the event a camper requests to switch camp sessions, an additional $25 processing fee will be applied.
We reserve the right to cancel any camp due to low enrollment; in such a case, all fees paid will be refunded or the camper can choose to apply fees to a different camp/class in the same year.
Overpayments of less than $10 will not be refunded.
Campus Map and Directions
The following link will provide you with printable maps and directions to campus: Maps & Directions
Camp Instructor
Dennis Rockhill
Dennis is the Jedi Maker-Mindset Master for the Einstein Project here in Green Bay. This includes being the makerspace director, doing kit development and educator training. Dennis joined the Einstein Project team in Fall 2017. He spent three years co-founding, managing, and serving as the executive director of the nonprofit, Proto, Inc.; a youth-focused makerspace. From 1993-2015, Dennis held various technical, product development and design positions in the packaging industry with WS Packaging,, Inc., Kimberly-Clark Corp. and Wild Blue Technologies. He is an award-winning children's book author and illustrator and an alumni of UW-Green Bay with a degree in Graphic Design & Illustration.
Partnership
These camps are being offered in partnership with the Einstein Project.
The Einstein Project provides support and innovation for excellence in STEAM education through experiential learning.
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