CCIM+ Speech Camp is an in-person, residential or commuter summer camp for high school students (including incoming Ball State freshmen) seeking to learn and grow as speech competitors. Held on the beautiful campus of Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, camp participants will utilize the same state-of-the-art facilities, classrooms and technology that our degree-seeking students use.

Any high school student (going into grades 9, 10, 11, and 12) who has an interest in learning about or expanding their knowledge and experience in speech communication for competition or enjoyment.

Upon arriving at Speech Camp, students will be divided into one of two tracks: public speaking or oral interpretation.

Students in the PUBLIC SPEAKING track will research, evaluate, organize, craft, practice and deliver an extemporaneous, informative, impromptu, or persuasive speech. Students in the ORAL INTERPRETATION track will research, evaluate, and cut literature for prose, poetry, oral interpretation, original interpretation, dramatic interpretation, humorous interpretation or duo.

Students in both tracks will learn preparation, performance, and competition strategies that are sure to improve your artistry.

Our residential workshop participants will stay in one of Ball State’s new or updated residence halls. Residence halls are air conditioned and feature semi-private bathrooms (pods shared by a small number of rooms). Each room is equipped with a bed, desk and dresser. Participants must bring their own bedding, toiletries, shower towel and luxury items. All residence halls are located within close proximity of a dining facility with numerous food options, including the ever-loved Starbucks.

Every minute of the workshop is planned (schedule forthcoming). Attendance is taken in every class meeting session. There are rules and curfews that all student participants must follow. Resident Assistants supervise all activities outside of the classroom in addition to conducting periodic room checks to ensure our participants are accounted for and safe.

4-Day Residential: $425 (includes $50 meal card)
4-Day Commuter: $350 (includes $50 meal card)

On-campus meals average about $9 per sitting. Additional meal cards are available for purchase. University dining halls also accept cash or credit/debit card. Snacks and drinks will be provided throughout the workshop. Participants are welcome bring their own snacks as well. Pro Tip: Use your own refillable bottle for discounted fountain drinks in university dining facilities. Water refills are always free!

Speech Camp registration will open on February 1, 2025. Check back frequently for updated information regarding camp information and registration!

We have a limited number of scholarships available for students in need to attend speech camp. Scholarship applicants will be notified of any scholarship awards by May 23. Scholarships will cover half of the registration amount owed. To apply, please submit a 1-2 page narrative explaining the financial challenges you face and how a scholarship to attend our summer workshop would benefit you financially and intellectually. Email your narrative to ccimoutreach@bsu.edu and type “CCIM Summer Workshops Scholarship” in the subject line. Please be sure to include the attendee’s full name, address and contact info in the body of the email. Scholarship applications must be received by May 18.

• All students, teachers and chaperones are to follow local, state, and federal laws while attending workshops.

• Residence Hall floor/room curfew is 11 p.m.

• Students are not to enter the Village, other residence halls or surrounding neighborhood houses during workshops.

• Opposite genders are not permitted to be on the same floor of the residence halls.

• Students will not operate their motor vehicles while at the workshop or ride in or on anyone else's personal vehicle while at workshops. This includes the use of electric scooters and other mechanical modes of transportation.

• This is a workshop and students are expected to complete assignments under given deadlines.

• CCIM Outreach and its employees may take photos during workshops to post on social media. Photos inside dorm rooms, bathrooms, etc. where privacy is expected will not be taken or posted. Student names will not be used.

• Smoking/vaping/tobacco use is prohibited during workshops.

• The use of drugs and alcohol is strictly forbidden.

• Students are expected to attend all sessions, unless sick. In such case, students must contact their RA or report directly to the CCIM Outreach office in LB 104 immediately.

• State and federal law prohibits students from tampering with fire alarms, safety, or security equipment.

• Horseplay, including excessive noise, removing window screens, and throwing items from windows, is strictly prohibited.

• Parents are responsible for any financial restitution owed to the university for property damage or lost dorm room keys.

• If students have/bring a smart phone to workshops, they will be asked to join a free "Group Me" messaging app that allows workshop leaders to send reminder messages to students about the daily schedule and events. This is a one-way communication -- students are not able to respond or send their own messages.

• In case of an emergency, students may receive individual text messages from workshop leadership (e.g. if a student is late or absent from class).

• Students are representatives of their schools and should act in accordance with all school rules and policies.

• Bullying of any kind, e.g. physical, verbal, emotional, cyber, etc., is strictly prohibited.

• Students may be dismissed from the Workshop if they are found violating any of the workshop policies.

• In the event of dismissal, parents will be notified to pick up their child immediately (regardless of the time of day or night) and refunds will not be given.