Project
Wildcat is a program by students, for students. Its
goals are many and its achievements are great. On a basic level,
Project Wildcat's purpose is to provide incoming Northwestern freshman
and transfer students with an orientation to the school and its
students. The trip offers an opportunity for new students to make a
group of close
friends which, for the beginning and duration of their college
experience, will be a comfort and support in
new situations. The week that new students spend backpacking and
camping in the woods
eases the transition into college
and offers an opportunity for introspection before beginning their
Northwestern experience. Other goals of Pwild are to help instill a
comfort with adventure, group-building and teamwork,
challenge and growth, and leadership development. Alumni counselor,
Bill Boyer, put it best, "It is what you make of it!" Of utmost
importance to Pwild is that people enjoy themselves and nature.
We
believe that the wilderness, in addition to being enjoyable in
itself, provides a perfect learning environment to begin the often
difficult transition from high school to college. Pwilders meet other
students, learn about themselves, make friends, and have a lot of fun.
Project
Wildcat works closely with the Northwestern University Campus
Activities Office to ensure that the trip runs smoothly. All counselors
are certified in American Red Cross First Aid and CPR and have
completed a twelve week training course in necessary skills.
Moving
to college has plenty of hassles without a trip to the
wilderness thrown in. Pwild assists you in all the logistics of getting
your camper successfully settled and ready for school. From arriving in
Evanston and storing your belongings to moving in, Pwild is here is to
help.
Financial
aid and rental gear are also available so Pwild is right for
anyone.
CLICK
HERE TO APPLY!
Applications
are due July 7th, so don't wait!
Click here
to contact us if you
wish to be notified with any updates from PWild.
(Please provide your name and e-mail address).
PWILD
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