Brock University

Youth University

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Record #: NIA5824 Last Modified: 21 Dec 2012 Last Full Update: 21 Dec 2012
Description & Services
Areas ServedNiagara Region
DescriptionYouth University offers adventurous learning programs that create community, support character development, and inspire curiosity. 
 
Offer day field trips for elementary and high schools year-round; 2 and 3-day residential field trips for grades 5-8 during May and June; day long trips for local community groups; individual youth enrichment programs throughout the school year (March Break, Saturday Programs); summer enrichment camps during the summer months; community service projects with vulnerable youth; volunteer opportunities and training to high school students.
Supplementary DescriptionYouth University is a not-for-profit department within Community and Ancillary Services at Brock University.
HoursMon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
DatesAll year
EligibilityAll are eligible - including students from elementary, secondary and post secondary levels, community groups and clubs as well as corporate groups.  
LanguagesEnglish
ApplicationTeambuilding, Education, Empowerment: Information is available, please send a description of the group and address to youthuniversity@brocku.ca 
FeesProgram - yes; varies per group (corporate, community, schools, clubs etc)
Contact Information
Address & Map
Alphie's Trough
500 Glenridge Ave
St Catharines, ON L2S 3A1
 
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Located In CommunitySt Catharines
IntersectionGlenridge Ave and St David's Rd
Office Phone905-688-5550 ext 3120
After Hours PhoneVoice Messaging
Fax905-688-9470
E-Mailyouthuniversity@brocku.ca
Websitewww.brocku.ca/youthuniversity
AccessibilityFully Accessible
Other Details
Service Level(50) Non Profit
Established1991
FundingSelf Funded
Subjects
SubjectsCamps ; Educational organizations ; Educational programs ; Educational resources ; Leadership training ; Personal growth programs ; Youth
Broader TermsAge groups ; Education ; Educational programs ; Instructional programs ; Recreation ; Recreational facilities ; Vocational training