Great Books is like a second home. Honestly, it is one of the only places that I feel like I can be myself. The discussions and electives are always great, unless you're not in the mood and just want to relax, which happens a lot. Although it's intellectually stimulating, the social aspect is one like no other. The bonds you form with people at Great Books literally last you a lifetime. They are like family. The sense of community is so intense. I would recommend this camp to anyone who enjoys philosophical discussions and a tightly woven community that is always open to new perspectives and opinions.
Very interesting readings - great activities like team building and fun things like foam sword fighting. Food you will love. The dorms are terrific. Lots of bonding time with the other kids and the staff. Very friendly - they make everyone feel welcome. I can't wait to go back!
I would go back for sure. The food was very good, discussions were boring sometimes, the electives were fun and you got to show what you learned at the end and i didn't like that at first then i was open to it. It's pretty exspensive but it was a good camp. I came back and it helped me be able to particapate in discussions in school because i knew exactly what they were talking about. The PA's were so much fun and cery nice and helped me with anything i needed. The showers/bathrooms were keeped nice and good. I would go back it was fun and a good learning experience! I also met new friends i wouldn't have otherwise met. Well, i hope that review helps you!:)
you have no idea how much i love this camp! i met friends that i never would have found at home. If you get the chance go there you won't regret it. All the staff is wonderful and the conversations are amazing! I LOVE AMHERST =]
Great Books was a great camp. I had soooo much fun and I met a lot of new people. The lectures were great and interesting because people were putting in their own opinion which built up the discussions. I am definitely planning on going back for the third year.
The discussions were boring, and we went over the same thing 2 too many times. It was a little too much like school. Amherst College Dorms were the best! My counsler was pretty good. Actually, the writing elective was fun. I also learned about my new favorite author: Franz Kafka. It was extremely relaxed, and layed back, which was good and bad. End result: Would I go back? Probably not, but at the time, it was definently not bad.
Great Books was the best camp I have ever been to; an experience I will never forget. It was not intimidating nor were the "nerds" nerdy. There were great discussions because everyone brought their own opinions and beliefs to the table but were open to hear other points of view. Discussion leaders never implied that there was a "correct answer" so we were free to come to our own conclusions. Campers were from all over the country [and world, really] and everyone was friendly with everyone else. It is quite expensive but scholarships are available. I hope to go back this summer!
Great camp!! going for my second year because the activities and discussions were amazing, and the literature was classic and important that i understand much better due to deep thought and breaking down material...LOVE IT
