Camp gives high school students access to Thiel College’s advanced media technology

GREENVILLE, Pa.-- Thiel College announces its second annual summer media camp for high school students is July 11-15. Camp attendees will spend a week working with Thiel College’s high-definition television equipment and editing software in the state-of-the-art James Pedas Communication Center.

New this year, students will get an immersive college experience. They will stay in campus housing for the week and dine in the Rotunda Bistro on campus. Camp attendees will work with the College’s experienced media and advertising faculty to develop their media creativity. The camp provides students entering grades 9-12 hands-on experience using audiovisual recording techniques and equipment. Attendees will storyboard, film and edit a short production. Students will premiere their production on the camp’s final day.

Camp costs $499, with discounts available.

About the James Pedas Communication Center

The 20,000 square foot Pedas Center opened in 2014. It is home to the Department of Media, Communication and Public Relations, as well as the Office of Admission. The academic spaces in the $6.8 million building include the amphitheater style Stamm Lecture Hall, flexible classrooms, collaborative areas and a 24-hour computer lab with more than 20 computers. Trustee emeritus Dr. James Pedas, a 1950 graduate of Thiel College and recipient of an honorary doctorate from the College in 1989, provided the lead gift for the project. Students from all majors benefit from the Pedas Center as they get instruction on how to incorporate modern communication methods into their professional lives. The Pedas Center was recognized in February 2015 as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design silver certified building for its conservation techniques and commitment to renewable resources.