CASE On-Campus Experience

The CASE On-Campus Experience is a multi-day summer on-campus experience. Eligible CASE Scholars are invited to campus for an immersive learning opportunity focused on service to the community. Students who participate in the on-campus experience will be named CASE Service Scholars and awarded an additional $2,000 scholarship, contingent upon their acceptance and matriculation to Mercer University.

Case Certificate of Achievement and Service Excellence

SAMPLE SCHEDULE | JUNE 7-11, 2026

Sunday, June 8
3:00 p.m. Check-In
4:00 p.m. Settle in
4:30 p.m. Welcome and Overview
5:00 p.m. Walking Campus Tour
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Group Activity
Monday, June 9
8:15 a.m. Breakfast
9:15 a.m. Service-Learning Session 1
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. Service-Learning Session 2
3:45 p.m. Downtime
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Group Activity
Tuesday, June 10
8:15 a.m. Breakfast
9:15 a.m. Service-Learning Session 1
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. Service-Learning Session 2
3:45 p.m. Downtime
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Group Activity
Wednesday, June 11
8:15 a.m. Breakfast
9:15 a.m. Service-Learning Session 1
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. Service-Learning Session 2
3:45 p.m. Downtime
4:30 p.m. Service Project
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Group Activity
Thursday, June 12
9:00 a.m. Breakfast and Application Workshop
9:45 a.m. Pack Bags and Check Out of Room
10:15 a.m. Departure

PACKING LIST

CLOTHES

  • Clothes for class (not too dressy or casual)
    High school dress code clothing will be appropriate.
  • Pajamas
  • Raincoat/Sweatshirt
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Bathing suit (Optional)

 

TOILETRIES

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.
  • Shower essentials
    Soap, shampoo, and conditioner

MISCELLANEOUS

  • Sheets, blankets, and pillow for twin XL bed
  • Towel and washcloth
  • Notebook and pen for class
  • Shower shoes
    Recommended, but not required
  • Water bottle

LEARN MORE

2025 SERVICE-LEARNING SESSION OFFERINGS

The Art of Recording Sound

So much of how we explore our world is through sound. In this hands-on session we'll listen to audio pieces to identify different kind of sounds and then use microphones to learn how to record the best audio.

Adaptive Technology

This experience is focused on adaptive technology efforts and students will work in pairs to create a powered dice roller and a momentary button that is compatible with other adaptive technology devices. Students complete a card and take a picture of themselves with the dice roller and button. The card and photo will be included with the dice roller and button when we distribute them to our pediatric physical therapy contacts.

Digital Detectives: Design Avatars and Crack Codes

Create your own digital avatars, explore coding basics, and crack secret messages using the Caesar cipher—all in one fun, hands-on session. No experience needed, just curiosity and creativity!

Your Block, Your Body: The Hidden Impact of Place on Health

This course reveals how where you live—your zip code, your street, even your block—can shape your health as much as your genetics or habits. We will take a look at how the built environment and social conditions quietly influence our bodies every day.

Marketing Yourself: Building a Personal Brand

In this interactive workshop, students will explore the fundamentals of personal branding and learn how to position themselves effectively in a competitive world—whether for college, careers, or beyond.

Marvels of Memory and Remembering to Forget

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to attend?

Rising high school seniors who are currently CASE Scholars will be invited to register for the CASE On-Campus Experience.

What kind of scholarships are awarded?

Students who participate in the on-campus experience will be named CASE Service Scholars and awarded an additional $2,000 scholarship, contingent upon their acceptance and matriculation to Mercer University.

Will I get to meet faculty?

Yes – throughout the multi-day experience you will have the opportunity to speak with current faculty, students, and staff from the University.