Physics

Dates

Jul 12 – 17

Grades

9th – 12th
(As of Sept. 2026 and 2026 grads)

Costs

$575 Overnight Camp
$475 Day Camp
+ $20 registration fee per camper (not per camp)

Come join us for a crash course in materials physics!

Do you find yourself thinking about how the universe works at the fundamental level? Are you curious to develop and apply this knowledge? In the BJU Physics EDUCamp, you will learn to apply the principles of physics to transport in advanced materials. You will gain first-hand experience synthesizing and measuring the properties of advanced materials, and practice how to how to describe your findings on the basis of the underlying physics. In the process, we will discuss the development of scientific models from the standpoint of a Christian worldview.

General Information

When to Arrive

Camp check-in for all campers is on Sunday between 2-4 p.m. at the Welcome Center.

Sunday Schedule:

  • 2-4 p.m. – Check-in
  • 4:15 p.m. – Orientation
  • 5 p.m. – Supper
  • 6 p.m. – Chapel
  • 7-9 p.m. – First Camp Session
  • 9-9:30 p.m. – Day Camper Pick-up

Day camp drop-off each day will be from 8-8:30 a.m. at the Welcome Center. Every day camper should check in and out at the Welcome Center every day.

What to do When You Arrive

When you arrive on campus, follow the signs to the Welcome Center to check-in. Our camp counselors will give you your camp schedule and camp T-shirt. If you have a camp balance, you can take care of it at this time.

When to Depart

Camps generally end on Friday after the Closing Program (11:15-11:40 a.m.); Friday lunch is included in the Dining Common. Check your specific camp schedule for times of final presentations, performances, or concerts that may take place morning or afternoon on Friday.

Day Campers

Day Campers are encouraged to stay through the evening chapel Monday-Thursday, which ends around 7 p.m. They are welcome to stay for evening free time activities from 7-9 p.m. Evening pick-up Sunday-Thursday will be from 9-9:30 p.m. in the Welcome Center. If you need to pick up your camper before this time, please communicate that with your camper and/or the Welcome Center.

Day campers must live in or stay with family in the immediate Greenville area.

Day campers can also enjoy a fun highlight of our camp experience, the Bruins Bash, on Wednesday from 7-9:30 p.m.

Lunch and dinner are included in the camp cost.

What to Bring

Phones may be used at certain time during the week of camp depending upon activities.

A modest amount of spending money is suggested for The Den, vending machines and Bruins Shop.

Please note: BJU cannot be responsible for money, valuables or personal articles.

Overnight Campers:

  • Twin bedding or a sleeping bag and pillow
  • Toiletries
  • Towels and shower shoes
  • Bible

What to Wear

At EDUcamp, we want to create an environment that is appropriate and comfortable for all campers. In order to do this, we have a dress code that we ask all campers to abide by. Please review these guidelines to ensure that your camper’s attire aligns with our camp standards:

Tops:

  • Camper may wear loose-fitting shirts.
  • Sleeveless, midriff-bearing, or tight-fitting shirts are not permitted.

Bottoms:

  • Shorts that approach the knee are acceptable.
  • Loose-fitting jeans and athletics pants are permitted.
  • Mid-thigh shorts or tight-fitting pants are not allowed.

Inappropriate Themes or Images:

  • Clothing with inappropriate themes, offensive language or explicit images is not allowed.
  • Campers should refrain from wearing attire that may be considered offensive or disrespectful to others.

Lunch will be served in our dining common in an all-you-can-eat buffet style. Any food concerns (allergies, diet restrictions, etc.) can be noted in the online registration form.

Camp Director

Nicholas Gothard

Nick Gothard

Dr. Nick Gothard holds a Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics with over 20 years experience researching electrical and thermal transport in materials. Before coming to BJU, he worked as a Research Scientist at the Air Force Research Laboratory, where he studied thermoelectric materials and materials for quantum technologies. He is active in the American Physical Society and has mentored several student research projects culminating in presentations at regional and national meetings of the American Physical Society.

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