Looking for a fun, exciting, and impactful experience to make your transition into the Hurricane family smoother?
You found it! Thunder Camp is Georgia Southwestern's extended orientation program designed to assist incoming freshmen with their transition into college. Hosted August 6-8, 2021, this three-day, two-night experience establishes an opportunity for you to engage and connect with your peers, faculty, and campus leaders through entertaining activities that create bonds with your fellow Thunder Campers.
Thunder Camp provides a foundation for a successful college experience by immersing you in community-building, developing a greater sense of self-awareness, and building a connection to our GSW family. Within the away-camp setting, you will develop a greater sense of independence and school pride as you embark on new adventures with your fellow Canes.
Being a Thunder Camper provides an opportunity for you to blossom in new directions as you begin your journey here at GSW. Our new Canes will be mentored by Thunder Camp Counselors (TCCs) - GSW student leaders who are involved in campus life. These hand-selected counselors are well-trained and eager to help you find your place at GSW so you can thrive in your first year and beyond!
Office of Student Engagement
thundercamp@gsw.edu
229-928-1327
instagram.com/gsw_thundercamp
*If you are a student with a disability which may need accommodation to participate in our program, please directly contact the Office of Accommodations and Access at (229) 931-2661 for an evaluation of your needs.
Thunder Camp will assist all incoming freshman with the following:
Applications will be open from May 21st to July 30th.
This year, Thunder Campers will be lodging in cabins at Camp John Hope in Fort Valley, Georgia. COVID-19 safety precautions have been put in place to ensure a safe experience for our campers. If you have any questions or need any special accommodations, please contact us at thundercamp@gsw.edu.
Residents who attend Thunder Camp are allowed to begin moving into their residence hall rooms on August 6, 2021 after 12:00pm. Residents aren’t allowed to stay in their rooms until the official freshmen Move-In Day.
Thunder Camp is open to all incoming GSW freshmen, whether you are admitted for Fall 2021 or Spring 2022 semester. We encourage both residential and commuter students to join in on the Thunder Camp experience. Only GSW freshman students can attend, no family or friends!
The $75 price of Thunder Camp includes lodging, meals, transportation during the program, activities & swag. Students will pay with a credit card when completing the registration form.
At GSW orientation, students have the opportunity to explore campus, go through academic advising, select courses, and gain exposure to departments and student support resources at the institution. Thunder Camp focuses on the next step - the transition from high school to college and creating fun experiences through activities and bonding.
A 50% refund will be given to those who request it before the deadline of July 30, 2021. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the registration deadline as program materials have already been purchased and reservations have been solidified.
