Guidelines/Behavior Policies
All campers are expected to comply with the rules and policies set forth by the University
and camp administration. Failure to abide by announced regulations may result in expulsion from camp at any time. Fees will not be refunded in such cases. Policy questions should be forwarded to the Camp Director.
Campers who break rules may be assigned a range of penalties, including but not limited to...E.P.D. (Extra Police Duty). Campers serving E.P.D. spend a portion of their free time cleaning the dorm area.
Attire
Campers should wear clothing that meets school dress codes. Specifically, no bare midriffs or backs are allowed, nor should the camper’s undergarments be exposed. Camp counselors are the final authorities on determining whether clothing is appropriate.
A Special Message from the Head Counselor...
“Is there anything I shouldn’t bring to camp?”
Glad you asked! Other than clothing no-no’s, there are a few items which are discouraged or flat out forbidden at Band Camp. Usually, the reason for banning an item is due more to the intent of the camper who brings it than the item itself, i.e., shaving cream. Note that it is aptly named “shaving” cream, not “squirting” cream. With this
in mind, I offer this fun (but nevertheless accurate) mandate:
Band Campers should not bring any substance for the purpose of having it ... squeezed, squished, squashed, squooshed, poured, placed, planted, powdered, ejected, reflected, injected, subjected, slopped, scraped, sprayed, spewed, splashed, blotted, blasted, soaked, sopped, or in any way transferred or transmitted to the person or property of a fellow camper or the premises in which we abide!
Mr. Jackson’s Motto: “If in doubt - leave it out!”
Roy Jackson
Resident campers will be housed in Pomfret Hall, located at the corner of Stadium Drive & California Boulevard. To further ensure camper safety, the following guidelines are enforced:
- Room changes will be made only during the Sunday evening floor meetings.
Do not call Music Camp registration regarding roommate changes. - Captains will check rooms at 7:00 a.m. each day to wake campers as needed.
- You must be in the dorm by 9:00 p.m. and on your floor no later than 10:15 p.m. each evening.
- Evening room checks will be conducted at 11:00 p.m. You are expected to be in your room and to stay there until morning.
- Do not allow anyone to enter the building who does not have an entry card. Politely direct these people to the main entrance.
- Stay off the ledge outside your window.
- Always lock your door.
- Close your blinds by 10:00 p.m., and always keep your window closed.
- Do not talk to or associate with strangers. Walk in groups of 2 or more.
- Boys are never allowed on girls’ floors and girls are never allowed on boys’ floors, for any reason, at any time.
- You may not date college students or any non-campers during camp.
- Camp social and recreational activities are closed to non-campers, including parents and/or guardians.
- Campers may leave campus only with written permission from parents, which must be presented at check-in.
- Most social/recreational activities are required. Regardless of students’ participation in these activities, they must remain in the dorm area.
- Driving or riding in cars is not allowed during camp. Sr. High campers who drive will turn in their car keys to their floor counselors for the week. Parking permits must be purchased & placed in vehicles parked on University property. Vehicles without permits are subject to ticketing & towing by the University of Arkansas Parking Office.
- Do not use your telephone after 11:00 p.m.
- A $150 lock and key replacement fee will be charged to any camper who does not turn in his/her dorm room key upon leaving camp.
Roommates/Dormitory
Resident campers will be housed in Pomfret Hall, located at the corner of Stadium Drive & California Boulevard. This facility is air-conditioned and houses a cafeteria. Students are housed two per room. Upon request by all parties, three students may share a room. Roommate preferences should be included on the registration form. Every attempt will be made to house campers with their preferred roommates. Room changes will be made only during the Sunday evening floor meetings. Do not call music camp registration regarding roommate changes.
Dormitory Safety
Each entrance to the facility is equipped with video security system, which is monitored by University personnel at all times. Everyone who enters or leaves the building is taped. Dorm entrances are staffed 24 hours per day, & doors are locked 10:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. daily.
Telephones
Each dormitory room is equipped with a telephone. Long distance calls may be made using calling cards or collect-calling procedures. Parents are encouraged to have their campers provide their room phone numbers upon arriving at camp. Students may bring cell phones.
Commuters
Commuters should be dropped off at the bus departure site or taken directly to their first class location. They may be picked up at the end of class, or may participate in evening recreational activities each day. Commuters are not allowed to drive themselves to camp.
What NOT to Bring
Campers with special physical needs may call Kim Jones at 800-952-1165 or
479-575-3604 to discuss accommodations.
Campers who require prescription medication should contact the head counselor upon checking in to camp. (Look for the "Camp Coordinator" station.)
Recommended Concert AttireBoys: short-sleeved, button-down shirt and slacks
Girls: dress or skirt and blouse
No athletic shoes, please.
Mail may be sent to campers at this address only:
Camper's Name
U of A Music Camp
Music Building, Room 102
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
A camp message board is located in the dorm lobby. Campers' names will be posted if they receive mail or messages. Mail will be distributed during daily general camp meetings. Mail sent to any other address will not be forwarded. Do not send mail to campers at the registration address.