Hawkeye Kids Camp

Recreational Services serves the University Community by offering recreational activities. Family Services provides assistance for UI Students, Faculty and Staff who have children. Together they are offering an all day youth camp over Spring Break.

2009 Camp Brochure (PDF)

Hawkeye Kids Camp is open to youth, grades Kindergarten through 6th. The child's legal guardian must be associated wtih the University as a student, faculty or staff member.

Camp will take place at the UI Field House, Monday, March 16th - Friday, March 20th from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Camp drop-off begins at 7:15 AM and pick-up ends at 5:30 PM in the North Gym of the Field House.

Morning and afternoon snacks will be provided. Campers will need to bring their own lunch Monday - Thursday. Lunch will be provided on Friday. Campers will also need to wear clothes that will allow them to be active throughout the day.

Camp activities may include but are not limited to, board games, arts and crafts, basketball, soccer, badminton and fun activities like scavenger hunts, obstacle courses and talent shows.

7:15 AM - Arrival Begins, Structured Free Time
8:30 AM - Morning Announcements & Snack
9:30 AM - Gym Games
10:00 AM - Arts & Crafts
10:45 AM - Special Guest/Activity
11:45 AM - Lunch
12:15 PM - Quiet Activities
12:45 PM - Specialty Camps
2:00 PM - Large Group Activity
3:00 PM - Afternoon Snack
4:00 PM - Pick-Up Begins
5:30 PM - Pick-Up Ends

The camp fee is $180 and includes supervision, materials for activities, snacks and lunch on Friday.

This amount is due at the time that you register and includes a $50 non-refundable deposit. UI Charge, Check or Credit Card (Master Card or Visa) are accepted.

Scholarships are available for children of University of Iowa Faculty, Staff and Students who qualify. Contact Jane Holland at the Family Services Office, 319-335-1371 or familyservices@uiowa.edu, to see if you qualify or have any questions.

Jen Kovach - Camp Director

Jen resides in Cedar Rapids with her husband and two children. She has worked as a School Age Child Care and Camp Director for the past 11 years. She is currently the School Age Director for Waypoint Services in Cedar Rapids. This will be her second year running the Hawkeye Kids Camp and she looks forward to seeing the kids from last year and meeting new ones this year.

Camp Counselors

All camp counselors have a background in childcare or early elementary education. They have all had background checks.

The registration deadline is Monday, March 9th. Camp is limited to 50 campers, and filled on a first come basis. When camp fills, a waiting list will be established.

To register your child for camp:

1. Complete the Application Form & Medical Form

2. Pay Registration Fee - UI Charge, Check or Credit Card are accepted. Make checks payable to "The University of Iowa". Include payment information on the application form.

3. Send Application, Medical Form & Payment By Campus Mail or US Mail To:

Hawkeye Kids Camp
Attn: Jeanette Luke
Recreational Services
University of Iowa
E216 Field House
Iowa City, IA 52242

4. Watch for Confirmation Letter - After the camp application form is received, a confirmation letter and general camp information will be emailed to you.

5. Repeat Steps for Each Additional Camper

Recreational Services
Rob DuBay
319-353-9293