UW-Whitewater Business and Leadership Camp
Looking to give your teen a competitive edge? The Whitewater Business and Leadership Camp offers an unforgettable five-day, overnight experience for high school students interested in business, leadership, and personal growth. Hosted on the UW-Whitewater campus by Pi Sigma Epsilon, a sales and management student organization, students dive into exciting topics including entrepreneurship, marketing, finance, and sales through interactive workshops and competitions. Guided by some of our esteemed faculty and college mentors, campers build communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while crafting their resumes and learning how to pitch business ideas. The camp culminates with a high-energy business case competition, testing campers’ growth across the week as they apply everything they’ve learned in a dynamic, team-driven challenge.
Beyond the business skills, campers experience what it’s like to live and learn at UW-Whitewater, exploring the campus, dining facilities, and student community. For high school students, it’s an incredible chance to envision their future at Wisconsin’s top business school. It’s not just a camp—it’s a launchpad for future success.
Camp Features:
- Instruction from world renowned UW- Whitewater faculty
- Professional assistance with resume building and interviewing skills
- Workshops on digital marketing, business finance, sales, and more
- Competitions to develop real world business skills
- Awards Ceremony on Friday open to family and friends of the campers.
This event is available to high school aged students and incoming college freshmen ages 14-19 at the time of the event.
Monday, July 14 - Friday, July 18, 2025
Check-in is scheduled tentatively for 8-8:45am on July 14th. Reference the camp information packet below for additional information.
Registration
To register for this event and secure your spot, click the link below and complete the online registration form before Friday, July 4, 2025. Our events tend to sell out quickly, so it's recommended to register as soon as possible. If the event is already sold out, you can choose to register for the waitlist at no charge. If a spot becomes available and you are next on the waitlist, you will receive an email notification. You will have three days (or less, as indicated in the email) to respond and accept the open spot.
We do NOT accept walk-up registrations at event check-in.
Cost
- Resident: $575
- Commuter: $425
The resident camp and commuter fees both include instruction. The resident camp fee covers lodging and all meals, while the commuter fee only includes the noon and evening meals.
The final step in the registration process will give you two Payment Plan options. If you prefer to pay the whole amount of the order, you can select that option. However, if you choose to select a payment plan, you will only be required to pay a $100 non-refundable deposit, which will be deducted from the total event fee. Get more information about final payments, which are due at a later date.
Financial Assistance
If the cost of our camp is what is keeping you from registering, please fill out this form explaining your situation. A member of our team will get back to you within four business days on whether or not you qualify for financial assistance. If you do qualify, we will give you a promo code for you to use when registering.
*A surcharge of 2.85% will be added to the final purchase price for all credit/debit card transactions, applied at checkout, to cover processing costs. Payment by check will be exempt from the additional surcharge. Checks can made out to "UW-Whitewater" and mailed to UW-Whitewater Camps and Conferences, 800 West Main Street, Room 2124 Andersen Library, Whitewater WI 53190.
All registrant accounts must be paid in by 21 days prior to the event. Registrants with outstanding balances after payment is due in full are subject to being removed from the event roster without refund. Please contact Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu prior to this deadline if extenuating circumstances prevent you from completing a payment.
Your online registration and payment are always safe and secure. We accept MasterCard and Visa credit card payments in our online registration system. We will NOT accept credit card payments over the phone. We will accept checks made out to "UW-Whitewater" and mailed to UW-Whitewater Camps and Conferences, 800 West Main Street, Room 2124 Andersen Library, Whitewater WI 53190.
Confirmation Emails
Once you register to attend an event (including waitlisted), a confirmation email will be sent to the email address you registered with. Contact cesevents@uww.edu if you do not receive this confirmation email. You must have a working email address on file with us to be able to receive important announcements and updates about this event.
Refunds: All summer camp events require a minimum of a $100 non-refundable deposit.
In the event of a cancellation, Continuing Education Services should be notified no later than 21 days before the start of the event to receive a refund, less the deposit. Cancellation requests received less than 21 days from the start of camp will receive a refund minus a 50% late cancellation fee. Cancellations due to medical reasons will receive a full refund, less the deposit if the cancellation is requested and medical documentation is provided prior to the start of the event. Valid medical cancellations must include a signed letter from a licensed physician to qualify. NO REFUNDS will be given for withdrawal due to early departures, disciplinary reasons, or no-shows after the camp has started.
All cancellation requests must be submitted to cesevents@uww.edu; provide the registrant’s name, camp title, and medical documentation, if applicable. Refunds will be returned to the name and address of the payer.
We reserve the right to cancel any event for any reason; in such case, all fees paid will be refunded, or contact cesevents@uww.edu for alternate arrangements.
Cancellations and payments: All registrant accounts must be paid in full 21 days prior to the start of the event. Registrants with outstanding balances after payment is due in full are subject to being removed from the event roster without a refund. Please contact Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu prior to this deadline if extenuating circumstances prevent you from completing a payment.
By registering for an event, you agree to our Registration Terms and Conditions. UW-Whitewater will hold all registrants responsible for their conduct. Serious misconduct or disruption will lead to immediate dismissal from event. Registrants dismissed from the event will not receive a refund. Please review the Terms and Conditions for more details.
Be aware that we recommend that all portable electronic devices be left at home, but ultimately it is your decision. We know that parents and children value the ability to be able to call each other at a moment's notice. For that reason, we do not prohibit cell phones at camp, but ask that cell phone use does not interfere with the event and other participants. Parents are responsible for setting clear guidelines for cell use with their child. We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Preparing for Camp
Before attending camp, it is important to download and read the information provided above, which will be available approximately three weeks prior to the start of camp. This information will include:
- Medication Requirements: If you will be taking medication at camp, you will need to complete the medication requirements section. This will ensure that the camp staff is aware of any medication you are taking and can administer it properly.
- Parking Details: The information will include parking details, so you know where to park when you arrive at camp.
- Check-in and Out Times with Locations: The confirmed check-in and out times with locations will be provided, so you know when and where to arrive and depart from camp.
- Confirmed Daily Schedule: The confirmed daily schedule will be provided, so you know what activities are planned for each day.
- Mailing Address for Camper Mail: The mailing address for camper mail will be provided, so you can receive mail while at camp.
- What to Bring: The information will include a list of items you should bring to camp, so you can be prepared for your stay.
- Other Important Information: The information will include other important details you need to know before attending camp.
If any medical information changes, it is your responsibility to notify Continuing Education Services at cesevents@uww.edu.
Check in and Orientation
Resident and commuter campers must use the drive thru check in for housing assignments/keys and to drop off medications at the location mentioned in the Camp Information Packet. Parents/guardians are invited to the residence halls to visit with staff members and ask any last-minute questions. Please note that there are no structured activities during the check-in period, but residential staff will be in the residence hall to help campers get settled in their rooms and encourage campers to begin getting to know one another in an informal setting. Commuter campers can socialize at the dorms and go with the group to first session.
Arrival/Departure Outside the Event Scheduled Time
If your schedule results in you arriving after the designated check-in or before checkout time, please indicate in your registration the time you will arrive/depart in the “Accommodations/Comments” field or email cesevents@uww.edu if changes happened after you registered. On the day of arrival to campus, check the schedule in the Camp Information Packet to see where the group will be at the time of your arrival. Please call the staff number listed in the Camp Information Packet if you have any questions the day you arrive. If there are questions prior to camp, please contact cesevents@uww.edu.
Driving Directions
Parking
Parking details will be available in the Camp Information Packet. Notice: All campus parking lots require a parking permit. Failure to follow parking regulations will result in a fine. More information is available on the Visitor Center website.
Driving Directions
Parking
Parking details will be available in the Camp Information Packet. Notice: All campus parking lots require a parking permit. Failure to follow parking regulations will result in a fine. More information is available on the Visitor Center website.
We receive many questions from registrants. We have prepared a page with answers to our frequently asked questions about registering and attending an event.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is committed to equal opportunity in its educational programs, activities and employment policies, for all persons, regardless of race, color, gender, creed, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, Vietnam-era veteran status, parental status and pregnancy.
If you have any disabling condition that requires special accommodations or attention, please advise us well in advance. We will make every effort to accommodate your special needs.
By registering for this event you understand that the University may take photographs and/or videos of event participants and activities. You will be required to agree at the time of registration that the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater shall be the owner of and may use such photographs and/or videos relating to the promotion of future events. You will relinquish all rights that you may claim in relation to the use of said photographs and/or videos. Any media shared with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater on social media or use of its hashtags grants the University use of media for any purpose.
Insurance
Registrants are encouraged to have their own health insurance as accident insurance provided by the University is limited. Each registrant will be covered by a limited accident insurance policy. The insurance includes primary coverage up to $10,000. Insurance does not cover pre-existing injuries and is for accidents only. The cost of insurance is included in the registration fee.
