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The right age to study the Middle Ages Scholarships Application
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This summer: July 15 to 21, 2012
Read the camp's latest review in the March 2012 issue of Minnesota Parent magazine
The right age to study the Middle Ages Scholarships Application
Return to the Augsburg College Medieval Studies page
This summer: July 15 to 21, 2012
Read the camp's latest review in the March 2012 issue of Minnesota Parent magazine
Medieval
Minnesota is a
unique summer learning experience appropriate
for students ages 14 to 17. It consists of a one-week
boarding
camp that re-imagines life in the Middle Ages. The camp has attracted students
from around the United States and Canada.
Students learn medieval history, including such topics as the legends of Robin Hood and King Arthur, the Crusades, castle design, the history of labyrinths, and the symbolism of medieval wax seals. In addition, students learn to develop a medieval character, build a medieval costume, juggle, dance, fence, play tunes on medieval instruments, and perform authentic medieval stories, songs, and plays.
Students learn medieval history, including such topics as the legends of Robin Hood and King Arthur, the Crusades, castle design, the history of labyrinths, and the symbolism of medieval wax seals. In addition, students learn to develop a medieval character, build a medieval costume, juggle, dance, fence, play tunes on medieval instruments, and perform authentic medieval stories, songs, and plays.
In 2011, the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council
awarded a $10,000 grant to Medieval Minnesota, as part of Minnesota's
Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. This grant recognized Medieval
Minnesota's record for providing "high-quality, age-appropriate arts
education for Minnesotans of all ages to develop knowledge, skills, and
understanding of the arts ... to cultivate creativity and deepen
knowledge of and/or through the arts for children, youth, and
adults by engaging people in extended arts experiences and activities
with clearly articulated learning objectives."
Augsburg College is nationally recognized for its inter-disciplinary, experiential teaching in Medieval Studies. Its “Medieval Connections” course has been featured in Renaissance magazine, Teaching History, The Chronicle of Higher Education, and on Minnesota Public Radio. It is # 6 on College Bound's list of "25 Cool, Funky, and Controversial Classes." In 2010, Medieval Minnesota was featured on the podcast, Chivalry Today.
Augsburg College is nationally recognized for its inter-disciplinary, experiential teaching in Medieval Studies. Its “Medieval Connections” course has been featured in Renaissance magazine, Teaching History, The Chronicle of Higher Education, and on Minnesota Public Radio. It is # 6 on College Bound's list of "25 Cool, Funky, and Controversial Classes." In 2010, Medieval Minnesota was featured on the podcast, Chivalry Today.
What people are saying ...
"The only problem with this camp is it’s too short.”
"What people don’t realize is that ... medieval history is a lot of fun.”
"Our daughter had a fantastic time. She learned so much from the all-star cast of instructors you assembled. I really believe the way Medieval Minnesota integrates collaborative academics, character development, and story telling represents the ideal way for kids to learn and what's missing from today's teens' daily lives. The program was a fantastic introduction to college life and exceeded our expectations on so many levels."
-- Lisa Fratt, Medieval MN parent from WIsconisn, 2007, 2008, 2009
"Our son had a blast. I couldn't believe how much he has talked about his experiences. You, the counselors, and the other instructors were great with him."
-- Maryanne Simonitsch, Medieval MN parent from Minnesota, 2008, 2009, 2010
"Best camp ever!"
-- Libby, Medieval MN student from Minnesota, 2008
"Just got back from this camp! It completely rocks!"
-- Nick, Medieval MN student from Missouri, 2008
-- Katie, Medieval MN student from Delaware, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
"What people don’t realize is that ... medieval history is a lot of fun.”
-- Ari, Medieval MN student from Chicago, 2011
"Our daughter had a fantastic time. She learned so much from the all-star cast of instructors you assembled. I really believe the way Medieval Minnesota integrates collaborative academics, character development, and story telling represents the ideal way for kids to learn and what's missing from today's teens' daily lives. The program was a fantastic introduction to college life and exceeded our expectations on so many levels."
-- Lisa Fratt, Medieval MN parent from WIsconisn, 2007, 2008, 2009
"Our son had a blast. I couldn't believe how much he has talked about his experiences. You, the counselors, and the other instructors were great with him."
-- Maryanne Simonitsch, Medieval MN parent from Minnesota, 2008, 2009, 2010
"Best camp ever!"
-- Libby, Medieval MN student from Minnesota, 2008
"Just got back from this camp! It completely rocks!"
-- Nick, Medieval MN student from Missouri, 2008
For more
testimonials and photos from past years, visit
our Facebook page!
Many of the same faculty who teach in the Medieval Studies program are also instructors at Medieval Minnesota.
Here are some of the faculty from past summers (faculty for the 2011 program may vary):
Phil
Adamo (history, research, juggling) is the Director of
Medieval
Minnesota. He is an Associate Professor and Chair of History and
Director
of Medieval Studies at Augsburg College.
Ellen Arnold (castle design, bestiaries) has a Ph.D. in Medieval History from the University of Minnesota. She is a Visiting Assistant Professor at Macalester College in Minneapolis.
Darcey Engen (dialect, movement training) is a professional actor and director, and Associate Professor of Theatre at Augsburg College.
Craig Johnson (long sword fencing) is a swordsmith and historic master fencer with Minneapolis-based Arms and Armor and the Oakshott Institute.
Tim Jones (Robin Hood), one of the world's leading experts on medieval outlaw literature, is an adjunt professor of English at Augsburg College.
Jeremy Kittleson (dance) is a member of the Terpsichory Dance Company, which regularly performs at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
Merilee Klemp (music) is a classically trained, professional musician, and Associate Professor of Music and Music History at Augsburg College.
Emily Knotek (dance) is trained in many forms of dance, has been a member of T'N'T, a Ceili Irish dance troupe, and is a frequent performer at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
Candy Koehn (costuming) is a professional textile artist who regularly plies her craft at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
Kerry Morgan (iconography) holds a Ph.D. in Art History and is Curator of Galleries at Augsburg College.
Phil Thompson (calligraphy) is an Emeritus Professor of Art at Augsburg College.
Ellen Arnold (castle design, bestiaries) has a Ph.D. in Medieval History from the University of Minnesota. She is a Visiting Assistant Professor at Macalester College in Minneapolis.
Darcey Engen (dialect, movement training) is a professional actor and director, and Associate Professor of Theatre at Augsburg College.
Craig Johnson (long sword fencing) is a swordsmith and historic master fencer with Minneapolis-based Arms and Armor and the Oakshott Institute.
Tim Jones (Robin Hood), one of the world's leading experts on medieval outlaw literature, is an adjunt professor of English at Augsburg College.
Jeremy Kittleson (dance) is a member of the Terpsichory Dance Company, which regularly performs at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
Merilee Klemp (music) is a classically trained, professional musician, and Associate Professor of Music and Music History at Augsburg College.
Emily Knotek (dance) is trained in many forms of dance, has been a member of T'N'T, a Ceili Irish dance troupe, and is a frequent performer at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
Candy Koehn (costuming) is a professional textile artist who regularly plies her craft at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
Kerry Morgan (iconography) holds a Ph.D. in Art History and is Curator of Galleries at Augsburg College.
Phil Thompson (calligraphy) is an Emeritus Professor of Art at Augsburg College.
The right age to study the Middle Ages
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Many younger kids are interested in studying the Middle Ages, and this is a very good thing! Medieval Minnesota is a residential camp, designed especially for high school students, ages 14 to 17.
For younger students, we highly recommend the Knight for a Day Camp, for kids 7 to 14, run by the Oakshott Institute in Minneapolis. The Oakshott’s mission is to “promote interest in ancient arms and armor through a hands-on educational approach.” The Medieval Studies Program at Augsburg College has collaborated with members of the Oakshott staff for many years -- some of them even teach at Medieval Minnesota -- and fully endorses their program. You can find out more about the Knight for a Day Camp at: www.oakeshott.org/camp.html.
Many younger kids are interested in studying the Middle Ages, and this is a very good thing! Medieval Minnesota is a residential camp, designed especially for high school students, ages 14 to 17.
For younger students, we highly recommend the Knight for a Day Camp, for kids 7 to 14, run by the Oakshott Institute in Minneapolis. The Oakshott’s mission is to “promote interest in ancient arms and armor through a hands-on educational approach.” The Medieval Studies Program at Augsburg College has collaborated with members of the Oakshott staff for many years -- some of them even teach at Medieval Minnesota -- and fully endorses their program. You can find out more about the Knight for a Day Camp at: www.oakeshott.org/camp.html.
Medieval Minnesota has drawn
students from around the United States and Canada. A limited number of stipends for
out-of-state students are available in the form of discounts to help defer travel
costs. These are awarded based on the student's distance
from the camp, as funds remain available, and at the discretion of the
camp director.
For more information on scholarships, please contact Phil Adamo, before you register.
Application for Medieval Minnesota
All applications are now
processed on line. Click here to register.
Cost for the camp is $850, or $800 if you register before April 1. This includes room and board, and all materials.
$200 deposit due during registration, remainder due by check on first day of camp. Make final checks payable to: Augsburg College.
To insure quality programming, registration is limited to 20 students per session. If your application is accepted,
other materials, including a waiver and release of liability form will be sent to you separately.
For more information, please contact Phil Adamo.
Cost for the camp is $850, or $800 if you register before April 1. This includes room and board, and all materials.
$200 deposit due during registration, remainder due by check on first day of camp. Make final checks payable to: Augsburg College.
To insure quality programming, registration is limited to 20 students per session. If your application is accepted,
other materials, including a waiver and release of liability form will be sent to you separately.
For more information, please contact Phil Adamo.
