Argo Camp is a supplementary, but optional extended orientation program geared towards our incoming freshman class. We offer a three-day two-night experience where students will be given the opportunity to establish life-long friendships and build social networks with not only their peers, but currently enrolled UWF students as well as professional faculty and staff.

In addition, Argo Camp gives those students who attend an edge on what it is like to be a student at the University of West Florida. Our student as well as professional staff members continues to get Freshman connected to campus, promote acceptance of diverse cultures, and experiences that other universities may not provide.  

Argo Camp is for first time in college students to have one of the greatest experiences of their college career before their first semester at the University of West Florida begins. At Argo Camp, students will be able to interact with current UWF students in a more relaxed, communal environment as well as meet faculty from various departments about campus life and academics. Additionally, statistics have shown that those students who attend Argo Camp are more likely to be involved on campus as well asreach out to other students.

Argo Camp is a place where we assist with any emotional and social changes your student may be going through during their transition from high school to college.  After attending Argo Camp, students will have numerous friends before even starting their first semester at UWF!

1st session: Aug. 19-21, 2013

2nd session: Aug. 22-24, 2013

Marianna, Florida (2 hours away)

Registration will be open in May 2013 and closes TBA.

What happens when my son or daughter gets back to campus after going to session one, will there be anything for them to do and keep them busy?

Yes! If your student decides to attend Session One of Argo Camp, they will definitely not be bored upon returning to campus! Upon returning, your student will have the opportunity to participate in Welcome Week festivities, which will last until the end of the first week of classes. Your student will not have to attend the festivities alone, since their Argo Camp counselors as well as fellow Campers will be there as well!

Where and When do we check-in for Argo Camp in August?

Check in will be at 8:00am outside of the University Commons, Bldg. 22
We will start at 9:15am in the University Commons Auditorium.

How can I confirm that I am registered for Argo Camp?

You can call us at 850-473-7303 and ask if we received your application and liability form, or email us at argocamp.uwf.edu. To find out if your payment went through, you can call the Cahier’s Office at 850-474-3027 and ask them if your payment was received for Argo Camp. Make sure you have your student’s Nautilus Card ID number at hand.

Click here for the 2012 Packing List

How do I know if my son or daughter has a spot on Argo Camp?

If you have not heard anything from the Argo Camp office then you have a spot in Argo Camp, otherwise we will e-mail or call to inform you that we are full or if you have been put on a waiting list.

If the first session is full, does that automatically put my son/daughter into Session two?

No, if Session One is full we will notify you and ask you if you would like to be put in Session Two before we take any action. If not, you will be put on a waiting list.

Yes, you will receive a letter via e-mail as the date for camp gets closer with information in regards to what to bring and any additional information you may need to know about camp!

No, the witness signature can be signed by whoever is present when the form is completed.

REFUND POLICY:
If you are no longer coming to Argo Camp, send an e-mail to argocamp@uwf.edu with the camper’s name, ID number, and reason. In order to receive a refund we need some sort of written notice. If you cancel before August 1st you will receive half of $175.00.

After August 1st you will not receive any refund.

No, Argo Camp currently does not provide any scholarships. Contact the Argo Camp office for more information at (850)473-7303.

Argo Camp 2013 Director: Shannon Hemmings
Email: argocamp@uwf.edu
Office: (850) 473-7303