Chemistry Camp

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Explore chemistry camps this summer at Calvin!

Calvin Chem Camp features demonstrations and hands-on experiments designed to teach introductory chemical concepts using fun and entertaining methods. Chem Camps tackle sophisticated topics—things like acids and bases, fat analysis of foods and reactivity of metals—in a fun and intellectually challenging way.

The morning and afternoon camp sessions have different activities and are designed for students who are entering grades 6, 7 or 8 in the fall. Participants can expect lots of excitement!

Experiments & topics

Physical properties of matter: states of matter, density, fun with gases, CO2 cannons
Polymers: experiments with slime, superballs and silly putty
Mixtures: properties of solutions, foam and gels
Chemical reactions: acid/base reactions, reduction/oxidation reactions
Separations: chromatography and extraction

Director

Larry Louters - Calvin College Professor of Chemistry

Department

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Fees and registration

A $140 fee covers instruction, materials and a camp t-shirt. You can register with our on-line registration program and pay with a credit card or check, or download a printable registration form and pay by check. Enrollment in each session will be limited to 24, and reservations will be made on a first come, first served basis. Limited partial need-based scholarships are available. If you feel you qualify, please request an application form by calling the chemistry department office at 526-8801.