Founded by Justice Sandra Day O’Connor following her retirement from the U.S. Supreme Court, the nonpartisan, nonprofit Institute continues her distinguished legacy and lifetime work to advance American Democracy through multigenerational civics education, civil discourse and civic engagement.
The O'Connor Institute Ambassadors Civics & Debate Club for 9th through 12th grade high school students promotes civil discourse, civics education and civic engagement. Leaders in the making, O'Connor Institute Ambassadors set examples and encourage their peers to be active participants in our democracy.
Camp O’Connor USA is a free, merit-based week-long summer program providing civics education and leadership development for middle school students. Students must be a current 7th and 8th grade student during the 2023-2024 school year to be considered. Camp O’Connor USA is designed to educate, encourage and inspire the next generation of leaders to have a deeper understanding of and appreciation for our democracy, and to help build lifelong potential for success. Camp O’Connor USA is presented by the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute for American Democracy.
CAMP Details:
Date/Time: Monday, June 10 – Friday, June 14, 2024
Location: ASU Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, 111 East Taylor Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 15, 2024
First Round of Acceptance Notification: April 26, 2024