Saint Martin’s to Offer Free Chinese Language and Culture Camp

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chinese new yearChildren can cross the Pacific on an imaginary adventure this summer and learn about living in another country – free –at the Saint Martin’s University Chinese Language and Culture Camp for kids. The camp will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. July 21-July 23 on the second floor of the University’s Harned Hall, 5000 Abbey Way SE, Lacey.

Designed for children 5-12, the camp will have a daily mixture of Chinese language, writing and cultural activities, including constructing dragon masks and lanterns, practicing some tai chi moves, learning Chinese hand-counting and many more. Office staff members will lead the camp in collaboration with visiting students from Saint Martin’s sister school, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, says Marco Tullock, director of international programs and development for the University’s Office of International Programs and Development.

“We are very happy to present this exciting cultural immersion camp free-of-charge to kids in the local community. It is a great opportunity for children to learn about the Chinese language and culture through interaction with Chinese students at Saint Martin’s University,” Tullock says.

The camp is offered to the community free-of-charge by Saint Martin’s. However, children must be registered by a parent or legal guardian, and parents are asked to commit to bringing their child or children all three days. “Parents are welcome to stay onsite, if desired,” Tullock says. Registration can be completed by online, by clicking here.  Registration also can be done by telephone. Parents who register by calling will need to sign and return a printed permission form and liability waiver. To register by phone, or for questions, please call Brenda Mueller, summer program assistant, 360-438-4504.

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